Arrival & Travel Information for Vinh Long and Surroundings

Getting to Vinh Long

🚍 By Bus
Vinh Long is well-connected by state-run buses and private minibuses, with the main bus station located on 3 Thang 2 Street in the town center. While local buses operate routes to destinations like Sa Dec and Tra Vinh, most private bus services simply pass through Vinh Long rather than making dedicated stops.

For a reliable and comfortable journey, Futa Bus Lines (futabus.com) is the best option. Though their station is located 3km southwest of the city center, they provide free shuttle services to and from the station when needed, even for solo travelers.

🗺 Bus Travel Times from Vinh Long:

  • Can Tho – 1 hour
  • Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) – 3 hours
  • Sa Dec – 50 minutes
  • Tra Vinh – 1 hour 30 minutes

🚖 By Taxi
The only affordable taxi trip from Vinh Long is to Sa Dec, which takes around 40 minutes. For other destinations, buses or private car rentals are more cost-effective.

Tourist Information & Booking Tours

For boat trips, homestay bookings, or local tours, contact Cuu Long Tourist (📞 0270 382 3616, cuulongtourist.com). Their main office is located at Cuu Long Hotel, offering three-hour tours that include:
✔️ Cai Be Floating Market exploration
✔️ Fruit orchard visits
✔️ Boat rides through An Binh Island’s scenic canals

✨ Upgrade Options: For an additional fee, you can include:
🎤 An English-speaking guide
🎶 A traditional dance and music performance
🛶 An extra hour on the boat

🚀 Pro Tip: If you’re traveling from Ho Chi Minh City, consider taking a morning Futa bus to maximize your time exploring Vinh Long’s floating markets and islands before sunset.