Greenlines DP Ferry

Greenlines DP Ferry operates fast hydrofoil catamarans on 1 coastal river route connecting central Ho Chi Minh City with Vung Tau in 2 hours. Departures run from Pier No. 4 on the Bach Dang riverfront, opposite Ham Nghi Street, to Ho May Pier in Vung Tau across an 85 km journey comprising 73 km along the Saigon River and Can Gio waterways followed by 12 km across Can Gio Bay. The operator runs two to six sailings daily with one-way adult fares of 350,000 VND. Last verified 12/10/2026.

• Operator type: Fast hydrofoil catamaran passenger ferry
• Routes in Vietnam: 1 commercial route (Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau)
• Fleet: 11 passenger vessels (15 to 150 seats)
• Service speed: 26 to 30 knots
• Fare from: 300,000 VND for a child or senior, 350,000 VND for an adult
• Check-in: Arrive 30 to 45 minutes before departure
• Legal entity: Cong ty TNHH Cong nghe Xanh DP

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About Greenlines DP

Greenlines DP is a fast hydrofoil and catamaran operator providing scheduled passenger river-to-sea transit in southern Vietnam. Registered on October 28, 2005 under the corporate entity Greenlines DP Technology Co., Ltd (Cong ty TNHH Cong nghe Xanh DP) and led by Tran Song Hai, the company launched passenger ferry operations on April 30, 2016. Headquartered at 2 Ngo Duc Ke Street in Sai Gon Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, the operator focuses on high speed passenger transportation between the metropolis and the coastal resort city of Vung Tau.

The carrier operates 1 primary commercial route between Pier No. 4 on the Bach Dang riverfront in central Ho Chi Minh City and Ho May Pier in Vung Tau. Boarding opposite Ham Nghi Street allows travelers to bypass highway congestion between Ho Chi Minh City and the coast. The scenic 2-hour voyage covers 85 km through the calm waterways of the Saigon River, Soai Rap River, and Can Gio mangrove channels before crossing Can Gio Bay.

Greenlines DP passenger ferry on the water

The crossing takes 2 hours from pier to pier, the cabin is a single Economy class with a power outlet at every row, and the vessels carry travelers only. Greenlines DP passenger vessels do not accommodate motorbikes or automobiles.

Greenlines DP Fleet

The Greenlines DP passenger fleet comprises 11 vessels, featuring twin-hull hydrofoil catamaran craft designed for rapid river navigation and protected coastal crossings. Eight catamarans are assigned to the Ho Chi Minh City to Vung Tau route, offering passenger capacities ranging from 50 to 150 seats with cruising speeds of 28 knots.

The other three vessels in the fleet, the 60-seat Greenlines A1 and the 15-seat river craft RX1 and RX2, do not sail this route. The operator most frequently deploys K-class catamarans K6 and K7, each carrying 96 passengers. The operator assigns the vessel for each departure, so passengers book a departure time and are assigned seats rather than selecting a specific vessel during reservation.

Greenlines DP ferry interior

Greenlines DP offers a single passenger class, Economy. Seats are cushioned leather and do not recline, and the cabin has central air conditioning, TV, a power outlet at every row of seats, free Wi-Fi and a life jacket for each passenger. Each passenger receives bottled drinking water and a chilled towel. The vessels also have restrooms, an outdoor deck for river and bay views and a bar at the front of the vessel, and Wi-Fi can weaken far offshore in Can Gio Bay.

Routes Operated by Greenlines DP

Greenlines DP operates 1 scheduled passenger waterway route linking Ho Chi Minh City with Vung Tau across an 85 km transit corridor.

The crossing covers 46 nautical miles in two segments. A 39.4 nautical mile river leg runs along the Saigon River past Phu My Bridge, the Cat Lai industrial zone and Nha Be, then through the Soai Rap estuary and Can Gio waterways. A 6.5 nautical mile open-water leg crosses Can Gio Bay into Ho May Pier at Bai Dau. Because 73 km of the 85 km course stays inside calm river channels and only the final 12 km crosses the bay in moderate swell, the twin-hull hydrofoil ride causes minimal motion sickness for most passengers.

Weekday sailings between Monday and Friday operate with two daily departures in each direction. Ferries depart Pier No. 4 in Ho Chi Minh City at 09:00 and 12:00, while return services depart Ho May Pier in Vung Tau at 12:00 and 15:00. On Saturdays and Sundays, the operator adds afternoon departures, scheduling outbound trips from Ho Chi Minh City at 09:00, 12:00 and 14:00, and return trips from Vung Tau at 12:00, 14:00 and 16:00.

During peak travel seasons including summer from June to August, Tet and public holidays such as Reunification Day on April 30 and National Day on September 2, Greenlines DP adds morning departures at 08:00 and 10:00, expanding operations to five or six daily crossings in each direction. Book 3 to 5 days ahead for these dates. During the wind season from October to February, coastal swell and storms can cause schedule adjustments. The total travel time is 2 hours under standard river and sea conditions.

Greenlines DP Ticket Prices

Ticket prices for Greenlines DP services apply uniformly across the fleet and are the same every day of the week. The current tariff took effect on October 1, 2026.

Standard adult tickets for travelers aged 12 and over are 350,000 VND. Discounted fares of 300,000 VND apply to children between 6 and 11 years of age, as well as senior passengers aged 63 and older. Children under 6 travel free when sharing an adult seat.

Fares are sold on a one-way basis without round-trip promotional discounts. A round-trip journey is calculated as two separate one-way tickets, so an adult return costs 350,000 VND plus 350,000 VND, totaling 700,000 VND.

Travel Tips for Greenlines DP Passengers

• Choosing the ferry or a coach: The ferry completes the crossing in 2 hours from pier to pier. Express buses and limousines take 2 hours to 2 hours 30 minutes under clear conditions, but weekend traffic on the Ho Chi Minh City to Long Thanh to Dau Giay Expressway and National Route 51 adds delays. Travelers bringing a motorbike must use road transport.
• Check-in and arrival time: Arrive at the boarding pier 30 to 45 minutes before departure.
• Identification documents: Vietnamese passengers can use VNeID or an original citizen identification card. International travelers must present an original valid passport and Vietnam visa. Children under 14 require an original birth certificate.
• Luggage limits and prohibited items: Each ticket holder is permitted up to 20 kg of free luggage. Excess baggage is weighed and charged at the pier. Explosives, flammable substances, toxic chemicals, weapons and livestock or poultry are prohibited on board.
• No vehicle transport: Greenlines DP vessels are passenger-only. The operator does not transport motorbikes or cars.
• Cancellations and changes: Canceling or changing a ticket costs 30% when requested at least 24 hours before departure. Requests within 24 hours, on weekends, on public holidays or Tet, or when a sailing has fewer than five tickets remaining are not eligible for refund or exchange. If Greenlines DP cancels a sailing for weather or safety reasons, passengers receive a 100% refund or a free change to the nearest available departure.
• Ho Chi Minh City pier access: Boarding takes place at Pier No. 4 on the Bach Dang riverfront, opposite Ham Nghi Street and 50 meters from Thu Ngu Flagpole, near 10B Ton Duc Thang Street in Sai Gon Ward. Greenlines DP has boarded here since August 28, 2025, about 400 m from the former terminal. The pier is about 0.5 km from the Saigon Opera House, 0.8 km from Ben Thanh Market, 1.2 to 1.5 km from Ba Son Metro Station and 8 km from Tan Son Nhat Airport. The pier has a waiting hall and restrooms but no parking for ferry passengers, and the lot inside the Bach Dang Waterbus station serves Waterbus riders only. Passengers traveling by private vehicle can use 24-hour paid parking nearby at 01 Ham Nghi Street or inside Bitexco Financial Tower at 2 Hai Trieu Street.
• Vung Tau pier facilities and connections: Ferries arrive at Ho May Pier at 1A Tran Phu Street in Bai Dau, beneath the Ho May Park cable car station rather than at Front Beach. The terminal complex features a ticket counter, a sea-view waiting lounge, restrooms, on-site car and motorbike parking, In The Sea Restaurant and Coffee, Hon Ru Ri Restaurant next door, and waiting XanhSM taxis and electric shuttle vehicles. White Palace is 500 meters away, about 7 minutes on foot, and Back Beach is 3.3 km away, 8 to 10 minutes by XanhSM electric car for 55,000 to 60,000 VND.
• Continuing to Con Dao: Ho May Pier is 1.9 km, about 4 minutes by taxi, from Cau Da Port, where Phu Quoc Express sails the Vung Tau to Con Dao ferry on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 07:30 in about 3 hours 30 minutes, so travelers from Ho Chi Minh City stay one night in Vung Tau. Phu Quoc Express suspended the Vung Tau to Con Dao route on August 1, 2026, and expects to resume service in January 2027.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which routes does Greenlines DP operate in Vietnam? Greenlines DP operates 1 scheduled commercial fast ferry route in Vietnam, connecting Pier No. 4 on the Bach Dang riverfront in Ho Chi Minh City with Ho May Pier in Vung Tau. The 85 km crossing takes 2 hours across 73 km on the Saigon River and Can Gio waterways followed by 12 km across Can Gio Bay.

Can passengers bring motorbikes or cars on Greenlines DP ferries? No. Greenlines DP operates passenger-only hydrofoil catamarans and does not carry motorbikes or cars on any departure. Each ticket includes up to 20 kg of free personal luggage.

How much does a Greenlines DP ferry ticket cost? One-way adult tickets cost 350,000 VND every day of the week. Fares for children aged 6 to 11 and seniors aged 63 and older are 300,000 VND. Children under 6 travel free when sharing a seat with an adult.

How far in advance should passengers arrive at the pier? Passengers should arrive at Pier No. 4 in Ho Chi Minh City or Ho May Pier in Vung Tau 30 to 45 minutes prior to scheduled departure. This ensures sufficient time for document verification, ticketing and boarding.

Where do Greenlines DP ferries depart and arrive? In Ho Chi Minh City, vessels depart from Pier No. 4 on the Bach Dang riverfront, opposite Ham Nghi Street and 50 meters from Thu Ngu Flagpole. In Vung Tau, vessels arrive at Ho May Pier located at 1A Tran Phu Street in Bai Dau.

Is the Greenlines DP ferry ride prone to seasickness? Most passengers do not experience seasickness because 73 km of the 85 km journey runs along calm inland rivers and mangrove channels, leaving only 12 km across Can Gio Bay on stable twin-hull hydrofoil vessels. Travelers sensitive to sea motion should choose middle-row seats or step onto the outdoor deck for fresh air during the bay crossing.

What is the cancellation and change fee for Greenlines DP? Cancellations or changes requested at least 24 hours before departure cost 30% of the ticket. Requests within 24 hours, on weekends, public holidays or Tet, or on sailings with fewer than five tickets remaining cannot be refunded or exchanged. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, passengers receive a 100% refund or a free transfer to the nearest sailing.