Driving from Ho Chi Minh City to Chí Linh
Chí Linh lies 1,140 km (708 mi) north of Ho Chi Minh City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 17 h 23 min without stops, over roughly 1,390 km (864 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Ho Chi Minh City | Chí Linh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Vietnam |
| Population | 14 million | 220,421 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 5 m (16 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) |
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Common questions
How far is Chí Linh from Ho Chi Minh City?
1,140 km (708 mi) in a straight line, north of Ho Chi Minh City; by road roughly 1,390 km (864 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Chí Linh by car?
About 17 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Chí Linh?
No, both are on Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.