Getting around Airport to the city
From Cam Ranh airport to Nha Trang
Quick answer
The public airport bus. It runs between the terminal and central Nha Trang on a fixed fare, takes about an hour with stops, and is a fraction of a taxi. The route, fare and hours are on this page.
The airport is 35 km south of the city on one road. There is a public bus, a taxi rank with a fixed airport fare, Grab, and private transfers. This is what each costs and how long it takes.
| Road Used | QL1A / Nguyen Tat Thanh coastal avenue |
|---|
Airport
| Name | Cam Ranh International Airport |
|---|---|
| IATA | CXR |
Terminals
T 1
| Use | Domestic flights |
|---|---|
| Opened Dec 2009 | Yes |
| Floor area | 14,000 |
| Annual Capacity After Upgrade | 2,700,000 |
| Aerobridges | 2 |
T 2
| Use | International flights |
|---|---|
| Opened | 2018-06-30 |
| Floor area | 50,500 |
| Floors | 3 |
| Aerobridges | 4 |
| Boarding Gates | 10 |
| Baggage Carousels | 6 |
| Check In Counters | 80 |
Runways
| Designation | Length M | Width M | Surface | Opened |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02L/20R | 3048 | 46 | concrete | |
| 02R/20L | 3048 | 46 | concrete | 2019-10 |
Distance To Nha Trang (km)
| Wikipedia | 30 |
|---|---|
| Travel Guides | 35 |
| Range Quoted | 30-35 |
Drive Time (minutes)
| Min | 40 |
|---|---|
| Max | 60 |
| Typical Quoted | 45-60 |
Airport Bus
Dat Moi Route 18
| Route Number | 18 |
|---|---|
| Operator | Dat Moi Transport Service Company |
| Fare Date Seen | 2026-03 (thaiest.com); airport website figure undated |
| Payment | Cash only, on board or at the airport counter |
| Frequency (minutes) | 30 |
| First From Airport | 05:30 |
| Last From Airport | approx. 23:00 after the final domestic arrival (one source says 20:00) |
| First From Nha Trang | 06:00-06:30 |
| Last From Nha Trang | 19:00 |
| Boarding At Airport | Column 3 in the International Terminal (T2) arrivals hall; opposite the arrivals gate at the Domestic Terminal (T1) |
| City Terminus | 10 Yersin Street, beside Nha Trang railway station / 19-8 stadium area |
| City Stops |
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| Luggage | Air-conditioned but limited luggage space; not suitable for large suitcases |
Fare (VND)
| Seen 2026 03 | 75,000 |
|---|---|
| VIP Limousine Seen 2026 03 | 100,000 |
| Official Airport Site (VND) | 50,000 |
Journey time (minutes)
| Min | 45 |
|---|---|
| Max | 60 |
Vinbus Route 16 2
| Route Number | 16-2 |
|---|---|
| Operator | VinBus (electric) |
| Fare (VND) | 50,000 |
| Free For Vinpearl Customers | one free round trip (2 journeys) |
| Route (km) | 37 |
| Frequency (minutes) | 30 |
| From Airport | 07:00-21:30 |
| From Vinpearl | 05:50-23:00 |
| Terminus | Vinpearl Nha Trang (Hon Tre); transfer to VinBus route 23 (15,000 VND) for the city centre |
| Luggage Limit | 10 kg, max 30x40x60 cm per official regulation |
| Payment | Cash or QR code on boarding |
Journey time (minutes)
| Typical | 60 |
|---|---|
| Max | 90 |
Airport Fixed Fare Taxis
Quoc Te Corporation
| Phone |
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|---|---|
| Stand At | International Terminal (T2) |
Fare (VND)
| 4 seat | 300,000 |
|---|---|
| 7 seat | 360,000 |
Green And Smart Mobility GSM Xanh SM
| Phone | 1900 2088 |
|---|---|
| Stand At | International Terminal (T2) |
Fare (VND)
| Standard 4 seat | 350,000 |
|---|---|
| Premium 4 seat | 400,000 |
Grab And App Fares
| Date Seen | 2026-07-16 (vietnamspot.ru guide, updated date) |
|---|
| Item | Min | Max |
|---|---|---|
| Grab Car Airport To Centre (VND) | 300,000 | 350,000 |
| Alternative Estimate (VND) | 400,000 | 500,000 |
| Metered Taxi Estimate (VND) | 450,000 | 600,000 |
Private Transfer (VND)
| Min | 350,000 |
|---|---|
| Max | 500,000 |
Duration (minutes)
| Min | 45 |
|---|---|
| Max | 60 |
Airport Parking (VND)
| Item | First 30 min | Each Additional 30 min |
|---|---|---|
| Cars Up To 9 Seats | 9000 | 4000 |
| Vans 10 to 16 Seats | 14,000 | 9000 |
| Coaches 17 to 29 Seats | 19,000 | 9000 |
| Over 30 Seats | 29,000 | 14,000 |
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Questions people ask
What is the cheapest way from Cam Ranh airport to Nha Trang?
The public airport bus. It runs between the terminal and central Nha Trang on a fixed fare, takes about an hour with stops, and is a fraction of a taxi. The route, fare and hours are on this page.
Does Grab work at Cam Ranh airport?
Yes. Grab operates at CXR with a designated pickup point and is usually cheaper than the taxi rank. Xanh SM electric taxis also serve the airport.
How long is the drive from the airport to Nha Trang?
Forty to sixty minutes for about 35 km, along the coastal boulevard past the Bai Dai resorts and over the pass into the city. Traffic in the city adds the difference.
Sources
8Every figure on this page comes from one of these pages, fetched on the date shown, or is computed from coordinates.