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Ho Chi Minh City holiday itinerary ideas

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

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Quick answer

Ho Chi Minh City is the major transport hub of southern Vietnam. Most visitors fly into Tan Son Nhat Airport and take a taxi or grab-share to the city center, which takes 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.

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Nearest airport

Tan Son Nhat International Airport | 7 km | 20 minutes by car

02

Nearest railway

Saigon Railway Station | 2 km from city center | 10 minutes by taxi

03

Nearest bus stop

Mien Dong Bus Station | In city | Variable by location

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Ho Chi Minh City is the major transport hub of southern Vietnam. Most visitors fly into Tan Son Nhat Airport and take a taxi or grab-share to the city center, which takes 20–30 minutes depending on traffic.

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