Vung Tau – Con Dao launch
Con Dao Express 36 was inaugurated at Cau Da Port and began passenger service on 15 February 2019, reducing the crossing to just over three hours in favorable conditions.
Discover Con Dao Express
Con Dao Express: A new chapter in island ferry travel
From a 598-seat catamaran connecting Vung Tau and Con Dao to the 1,017-seat Thang Long, this fleet helped reshape high-speed passenger travel between the mainland and the island.
What is Con Dao Express?
Con Dao Express is a high-speed passenger ferry brand associated with journeys between mainland Vietnam and Con Dao Island. Its large twin-hull ferries, ECO and VIP seating options, and connections from Vung Tau and Tran De introduced more choices for island travel. The Thang Long ferry later expanded capacity to 1,017 passengers.
These sea routes serve island residents, family visits, historical visits and travelers exploring Con Dao’s natural beauty.
Three milestones in the fleet’s story
Tran De – Con Dao launch
Trung Trac inaugurated a new ferry connection from Soc Trang, opening another convenient mainland departure point for travelers from the Mekong Delta.
Saigon – Con Dao launch
The Thang Long super ferry launched a service from Saigon–Hiep Phuoc Port, marking a major step forward in passenger capacity.
Past connections and the next route
The service from Ninh Kieu Wharf via Tran De to Con Dao was once in operation, offering another way to reach the island from central Can Tho. It was subsequently suspended due to a combination of operating considerations. No confirmed restart date is currently available.
A future service from Vinh Long to Con Dao is being considered, with departure planned in the Duyen Hai area. This is a prospective route, not an announcement of a launch date, timetable or ticket sales.
Meet the ferries
Each vessel represents a chapter in high-speed ferry travel to Con Dao. Operating assignments and routes can change, so the historic fleet list should not be treated as a live service roster.
Con Dao Express 36
A 598-seat catamaran that helped launch the Vung Tau route in 2019.
Trung Trac
A large catamaran linked to the inauguration of the Tran De crossing.
Trung Nhi
Part of the twin-hull fleet with spacious passenger cabins and different seat categories.
Thang Long
A 1,017-seat single-hull ferry known for its scale and capacity.
Why travel by high-speed ferry?
Crossings measured in hours
High-speed service can shorten the journey considerably when weather and sea conditions permit.
Choice of seat categories
Depending on the vessel, passengers may have access to standard, VIP or other seating classes.
Connections from several regions
Vung Tau, Tran De and Saigon services have played a role in connecting Con Dao to mainland Vietnam.