What is the "Phan Thiet Bus Station Taxi Overcharge" scam in Mui Ne?

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Long-distance buses from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi terminate at Phan Thiet bus station, roughly 22 km from Mui Ne town center. Unofficial taxi and motorbike taxi drivers waiting at the station quote prices of 300,000 to 500,000 VND for the transfer, five to ten times the metered or app-based fare. Travelers who arrive after dark or with luggage are particularly targeted and may be told no cheaper options exist. Pre-book a Grab taxi from Phan Thiet bus station to Mui Ne before your bus arrives — the app fare is typically 120,000 to 180,000 VND. Alternatively, ask your accommodation to arrange a transfer. Ignore touts who approach you immediately outside the station exit.

Taxi & Transport Scams in Mui Ne

Phan Thiet Bus Station Taxi Overcharge

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