Vinbus – The beginning of smart urban development

Vingroup is deploying 15 Vinbus electric bus lines powered by clean energy with zero emissions across Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Phu Quoc. The initiative has been approved by the Ministry of Transport, with operations commencing in 2021. This represents an inevitable global shift toward electric bus solutions for environmentally conscious public transportation.

To ensure efficient management and operation of Vingroup’s transportation system, the Group established Vinbus Ecological Transportation Service Company Limited, specializing in public passenger transportation by automobile. The company has been granted a business license by the City Department of Transport to operate bus passenger transportation services. The company operates with a charter capital of 1,000 billion dong.

About Vinbus

As Vietnam’s pioneering provider of public passenger transportation via electric bus, Vinbus is committed to delivering exceptional service with a focus on premium quality, hospitality, and safety.

With the mission of enhancing public transportation appeal, Vinbus electric buses feature cutting-edge technology and operate with zero emissions, contributing to reduced environmental pollution and improved air quality across urban centers.

Vinbus operates on a non-profit model in the passenger transportation sector, dedicated to establishing civilized and modern public transportation, reducing air and noise pollution in Vietnam’s major cities. One hundred percent of profits are reinvested to enhance service quality, expand the network, and extend services to broader populations, ensuring all citizens have access to clean and modern public transportation.

Committed to a sustainable future, Vinbus is dedicated to “Serving from the heart”.

Through a strategic partnership with Star Charge, a world-leading provider of electric vehicle charging equipment and solutions, VinBus has further expanded its reach. The company has also entered into an agreement with Advantech to develop IoT solutions, including AI-powered cameras for driver behavior monitoring, passenger WiFi connectivity, journey tracking devices, in-vehicle security systems, and vehicle fleet management software. In a remarkably short timeframe, VinBus has established partnerships with major industry leaders to systematically build and scale Vietnam’s largest ASEAN electric bus charging station network, alongside the country’s first intelligent IoT-based management and operations system for electric buses.

Committed to delivering premium service with a philosophy of “service from the heart,” VinBus is dedicated to presenting a modern and welcoming transit experience that encourages more passengers to embrace public transportation. This commitment contributes meaningfully to reducing urban air pollution and noise levels.

VinBus fares are competitively priced at 7,000 dong per trip for routes 1, 2, and 3, and 5,000 dong per trip for routes 4 and 5 after subsidy. Students enjoy a discounted rate of 3,000 dong per trip.

About VinBus Electric Buses

Leveraging advanced technology, VinBus electric buses deliver exceptional performance advantages: reduced energy consumption compared to conventional combustion engine buses, renewable energy usage, quieter operation, lower emissions, reduced CO₂ footprint, and lower lifecycle costs combined with dependable service. VinBus electric buses are equipped with 281.9 kWh lithium batteries that fully charge in two hours using a 150 kW charging station, providing a range of 220–260 km per charge.

Five Advantages of VinBus Electric Buses

Environmentally Friendly

Green, clean, livable communities with zero emissions and zero noise pollution—VinBus electric buses utilize clean energy to elevate the public transportation network. Passengers benefit from sustainable, convenient, and civilized transit that aligns with modern environmental values.

Premium Service Quality

Embodying the philosophy of “service from the heart,” VinBus delivers a distinctive passenger experience through courteous service, advanced technological amenities, convenient route information systems, and integrated service quality feedback via VinID.

Skilled Workforce

All drivers undergo systematic training to develop strong skills in accordance with VinBus standards. Equipped with AI-powered cameras, the system immediately alerts drivers when signs of drowsiness or loss of focus are detected, ensuring safe vehicle operation at all times.

Business for Society

All profits are reinvested into infrastructure and service quality improvements. Operating under a non-profit model, VinBus is committed to building a civilized, modern public transportation system and expanding services across multiple provinces and cities so Vietnamese people have access to high-quality public transit.

Advanced Technology

Technology plays a central role in VinBus operations. The IoT-based vehicle management system, real-time scheduling, and intelligent charging station management enable efficient and safe operations.

Five VinBus Electric Bus Routes in Ho Chi Minh City

All five electric bus routes originate from the Vinhomes Grand Park metropolitan area in District 9 and connect to major transportation hubs throughout the city.

• Route 1: Vinhomes Grand Park – Emart Shopping Center, Go Vap (27 km)
• Route 2: Vinhomes Grand Park – Tan Son Nhat Airport, Tan Binh (30 km)
• Route 3: Vinhomes Grand Park – Saigon Bus Station, National University Urban Area (10 km)
• Route 4: Vinhomes Grand Park – New Mien Dong Bus Station (8.5 km)
• Route 5: Vinhomes Grand Park – Vinhomes Central Park (Binh Thanh)

Bus stops will be distributed evenly across all districts. VinBus will continue expanding service based on residential growth and demand in coming years.

** Update: VinBus Ho Chi Minh City – Route D4 bus line: Vinhomes Grand Park – Saigon Bus Station has added four additional bus stops to serve residents at Diamond Island Tower at the following locations:

• Two stops (in both directions) in the Diamond Island area on Tran Quy Kien Street, Binh Trung Tay Ward, Thu Duc City (Stop name: Diamond Island, codes Q2 108 and Q2 109)
• Two stops (in both directions) near the Mai Chi Tho and To Huu intersection on Mai Chi Tho Street, Thu Thiem Ward, Thu Duc City (Stop name: Urban Traffic Management and Control Center, codes Q2 110 and Q2 111)

10 Vinbus Electric Bus Routes in Hanoi

Vinbus routes in Hanoi

• Route No. 1: Long Bien – Tran Phu – Smart City Urban Area
• Route No. 2: Long Bien – Cau Giay – Smart City Urban Area
• Route No. 3: Giap Bat Bus Station – Smart City Urban Area
• Route No. 4: Smart City Urban Area – Tay Ho Water Park
• Route No. 5: Smart City Urban Area – Vincom Long Bien
• Route No. 6: Hao Nam – Ocean Park Urban Area
• Route No. 7: My Dinh Bus Station – Ocean Park Urban Area
• Route No. 8: My Dinh (Ham Nghi) – Ocean Park Urban Area
• Route No. 9: Hanoi Departments and Agencies Complex – Times City Urban Area
• Route No. 10: Ocean Park Urban Area – Noi Bai Airport

Vinbus Routes in Phu Quoc

Initially, VinBus will operate electric bus routes serving tourists at Phu Quoc United Center. The service consists of four main routes connecting Vinpearl and Grand World resort destinations, including:

1. VinOasis, Vinpearl Resort & Spa – Grand World Phú Quốc
2. Vinpearl Resort & Golf, Vinpearl Discovery Wonderworld, and Grand World;
3. Vinpearl Discovery Coastalland, Vinpearl Discovery Greenhill, and Grand World;
4. Grand World – VinOasis, Vinpearl Resort & Spa, Vinpearl Resort & Golf, Vinpearl Discovery Wonderworld, Vinpearl Discovery Coastalland, and Vinpearl Discovery Greenhill.

With the introduction of VinBus, visitors to Grand World will enjoy seamless convenience. Grand World is a comprehensive destination offering resort accommodations, entertainment, recreation, and shopping facilities in the heart of the Vinpearl Phú Quốc Complex. It also provides direct access to numerous premium amenities within Phú Quốc’s premier resort ecosystem, including Corona Casino, VinWonders theme park, Vinpearl Safari wildlife park, an 18-hole international standard golf course at Vinpearl Golf, and more.

Summary

The primary beneficiaries of VinBus are residents of Vingroup’s urban developments, including Vinhomes Smart City, Vinhomes Ocean Park, and Vinhomes Grand Park, as the electric bus system will address their daily transportation needs. Given Vingroup’s extensive real estate portfolio, which encompasses major urban centers and shopping malls, VinBus will serve all key routes throughout the city. This means that both Vinhomes residents and the broader city population will benefit from this innovative and modern transportation solution.