The cheapest and fastest buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
12 h
Average duration
12 h 46 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
426 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 5 buses that leave Ho Chi Minh City for Kon Tum on Mon, Jun 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct buses cover the 426 km distance in an average of 12 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest buses will take 14 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:00 PM14h00Ho Chi Minh City10:00 AMKon Tum$151One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM12h20Ho Chi Minh City7:20 AMKon Tum$151One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM12h00Ho Chi Minh City9:45 PMKon Tum$171One-way0 transfers
12:15 PM12h00Ho Chi Minh City12:15 AMKon Tum$181One-way0 transfers
1:00 AM13h30Ho Chi Minh City2:30 PMKon Tum$251One-way0 transfers
9:45 AM12h00Ho Chi Minh City9:45 PMKon Tum$171One-way0 transfers
12:15 PM12h00Ho Chi Minh City12:15 AMKon Tum$181One-way0 transfers
7:00 PM12h20Ho Chi Minh City7:20 AMKon Tum$151One-way0 transfers
1:00 AM13h30Ho Chi Minh City2:30 PMKon Tum$251One-way0 transfers
8:00 PM14h00Ho Chi Minh City10:00 AMKon Tum$151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and flight for Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 58m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 264 miles (426 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 30m Average total duration 13h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration Fastest 2h 58m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum:
A bus is $97 (€79) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum costing on average $114 (€93).
Other travel options to Kon Tum take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 0m.
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Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Quang Dũng Opentour | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Phuong Trang | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Phuong Trang | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Phuong Trang | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Việt Tân Phát | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Nhật Tân | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Minh Quốc | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Phuong Trang | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Phuong Trang | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 14h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Tây Nguyên | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Nhật Tân | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Nhật Tân | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 14h00 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Live departures
Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 12h00 | 9:00 PM Kon Tum | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 11h50 | 9:50 PM Kon Tum | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 14h00 | 10:00 AM Kon Tum | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
![]() | 1:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 13h30 | 2:30 PM Kon Tum | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum
Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum run on average 34 times per day, taking around 13h 0m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 20:00. The fastest bus covers the 264 miles (426 km) distance in 11h 50m.
Distance 264 miles (426 km) |
Average bus duration 13h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 11h 50m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 8:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Bus providers: Việt Tân Phát from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon TumYou can travel by bus between Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum with Việt Tân Phát for as low as $15 (€12). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Kon Tum by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kon Tum, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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