What to know before you book
Con Dao ferry from HCMC leaves Nha Rong Port in Xom Chieu Ward and reaches Ben Dam Port on Con Dao in about 5 hours 15 minutes aboard the Phu Quy Express 02 sleeper boat. It sails from Saigon at 06:30 on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday and from Con Dao at 12:00 on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. Adult seat fares start at 965,000 VND, and the 502 seat trimaran offers standard seats, VIP seats, berths and VIP cabins. Last verified 12/10/2026.
- Crossing time: about 5 hours 15 minutes
- Departure window: 06:30 from Nha Rong on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday, 12:00 from Ben Dam on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday
- Adult fare from: 965,000 VND
- Departure terminal: Nha Rong Port
- Arrival terminal: Ben Dam Port on Con Dao Island
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The full route guide, with every fare class, onboard layout and cancellation fees, is on the Ho Chi Minh to Con Dao ferry page.
Ferry Schedule: HCMC to Con Dao
| Operator | Departure from Nha Rong | Departure from Ben Dam | Crossing time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phu Quy Express | 06:30 (Mon, Wed, Sat) | 12:00 (Tue, Thu, Sun) | 5h15 |
The departure time does not shift with the tide. The boat runs three days a week in each direction, and one vessel serves the route, so no extra sailings are added on peak days. Phu Quy Express suspended the Ho Chi Minh City to Con Dao route on September 1, 2026, and expects to resume service in January 2027.
Con Dao to HCMC Ferry
Phu Quy Express runs the return from Ben Dam Port on Con Dao at 12:00 on Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday. The Phu Quy Express 02 takes about 5 hours 15 minutes and reaches Nha Rong Port at 17:15. Return fares match the HCMC to Con Dao fares below.
Ferry Ticket Prices: HCMC to Con Dao
| Seat class | Monday to Thursday | Friday to Sunday and holidays |
|---|---|---|
| Standard seat, adult | 965,000 VND | 1,055,000 VND |
| Standard seat, child (6-11) or senior | 785,000 VND | 855,000 VND |
| VIP seat, adult | 1,125,000 VND | 1,225,000 VND |
| Standard berth, adult | 1,095,000 VND | 1,215,000 VND |
| VIP cabin, adult | 1,205,000 VND | 1,325,000 VND |
Children under 6 travel free. Fares include the 18,000 VND Ben Dam Port fee, so there is nothing more to pay at the port.
Nha Rong and Ben Dam Ferry Terminals
Nha Rong Port is at 5 Nguyen Tat Thanh Street, Xom Chieu Ward, Ho Chi Minh City, 3 km from central Saigon and 8 km from Tan Son Nhat Airport. A free electric cart carries passengers from the port gate to the pier. Overnight motorbike parking costs 10,000 to 30,000 VND, and car parking costs 45,000 to 160,000 VND for two nights.
Ben Dam Port is in Ben Dam Bay, Area 10, Con Dao Special Zone, about 12 km from Con Dao town. A shuttle and taxis cover the 20 minute ride to town.
How to Book Your Con Dao Ferry from HCMC
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Arrive at Nha Rong Port at least 45 minutes before departure.
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Cancellation, Refund and Ticket Change Policy
Cancellation fees grow as departure gets closer, from 10% on weekdays at 5 to 3 days before departure to 50% at 36 to 20 hours before. Phu Quy Express refunds 100% or rebooks you free when it cancels for weather or safety.
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FAQ
The Phu Quy Express 02 leaves Nha Rong Port, 5 Nguyen Tat Thanh Street in Xom Chieu Ward, and arrives at Ben Dam Port on Con Dao.
No. Thang Long sails between Cau Da Port in Vung Tau and Con Dao.
About 5 hours 15 minutes from Nha Rong Port to Ben Dam Port.
It leaves Nha Rong at 06:30 on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
An adult standard seat costs 965,000 VND from Monday to Thursday and 1,055,000 VND from Friday to Sunday.
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