Motorbike Rental Vietnam
Saigon Motorbike Rental: 10 Best Shops (2026 Guide)
Saigon motorbike rental is the best way to feel the pulse of Vietnam’s biggest, fastest city — and to escape it. Ho Chi Minh City moves on two wheels, and once you find the rhythm you can buzz between District 1’s landmarks and street-food alleys, then ride out to the Củ Chi tunnels, the Cần Giờ mangroves or the beaches of Vũng Tàu. It is also the southern start or finish of the classic north–south motorbike trip. This 2026 guide lists the 10 best rental shops in Sài Gòn, honest prices, the licence rules for foreigners and the routes worth planning your trip around.
Why rent a motorbike in Sài Gòn?
Saigon motorbike rental gives you the run of a city built for two wheels — and an easy escape to tunnels, mangroves and beaches that day tours rush through.
City energy
Buzz between the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, Bến Thành Market and the neon of Bùi Viện walking street, stopping for street food along the way.
War history
Ride out to the Củ Chi tunnels and back, or link the War Remnants Museum and Reunification Palace in a single afternoon loop.
Nature escapes
Cross the river to the Cần Giờ mangrove biosphere with its monkey island, a green world just an hour from downtown.
Beaches & delta
Sài Gòn is the launchpad for Vũng Tàu’s beaches and the orchards and floating markets of the Mekong Delta.
Saigon motorbike rental prices (2026)
Sài Gòn has bikes for every budget in 2026, from cheap backpacker scooters to well-serviced touring machines. Expect roughly these daily rates, with discounts on multi-day and weekly hires.
| Bike type | Daily rate (2026) | Deposit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Semi-auto (Wave, Sirius) | 80,000–130,000₫ | Passport or 1–3M₫ | City & short trips |
| Automatic (Vision, Lead, Air Blade) | 120,000–180,000₫ | Passport or 1–3M₫ | Comfort & couples |
| Manual / touring (Winner, XR150) | 180,000–350,000₫ | Passport or 2–5M₫ | North–south tours |
| Weekly / long hire | from ≈800,000₫/week | By arrangement | Multi-week travellers |
The 10 best Saigon motorbike rental shops
These are the most reputable places for Saigon motorbike rental, from backpacker District 1 shops to professional touring outfits. Always confirm the current rate and check the bike before you ride off.
Tigit Motorbikes
- Location: Sarimi B2-00.01, 72 Nguyễn Cơ Thạch, An Khánh, TP Thủ Đức
- Phone: 0386 518 481
- Price: 140,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Well-serviced touring bikes & long trips
Dragon Bikes
- Location: 182/5A Đề Thám, Cầu Ông Lãnh, Quận 1
- Phone: 0909 283 280
- Price: 80,000–160,000₫/day
- Best for: Backpackers in the Phạm Ngũ Lão area
Thanh Lan Motorbike
- Location: 17C Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Quận 1
- Phone: 0902 840 361
- Price: 100,000–180,000₫/day
- Best for: Reliable scooters in the centre
Flamingo Travel
- Location: 30A Đỗ Quang Đẩu, Phạm Ngũ Lão, Quận 1
- Phone: 098 675 1020
- Price: 120,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Tours, rentals and 24-hour help
Style Motorbikes
- Location: 368 Võ Văn Kiệt, Cô Giang, Quận 1
- Phone: 091 513 9796
- Price: 150,000–300,000₫/day
- Best for: One-way rentals north to Hà Nội
Bike Saigon
- Location: 04 Cách Mạng Tháng 8, Quận 3
- Phone: 0974 424 163
- Price: 120,000–160,000₫/day
- Best for: Free delivery to your hotel
Tuấn Motorbike
- Location: 2E Thái Thị Nhạn, Tân Bình
- Phone: 0772 775 999
- Price: 100,000–250,000₫/day
- Best for: A wide choice near the airport
Gia Bảo Moto
- Location: Several branches across the city
- Phone: 0933 939 428
- Price: 100,000–250,000₫/day
- Best for: Multiple pickup points and delivery
Motorbike For Rent
- Location: 133/25 Hòa Hưng, Quận 10
- Phone: 0988 008 231
- Price: 120,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: Fair-priced automatics with delivery
Thành Đạt Motorbike
- Location: 115/21 Lê Văn Sỹ, Phú Nhuận
- Phone: 0909 269 732
- Price: 50,000–200,000₫/day
- Best for: The tightest budgets and long hires
How to rent a motorbike in Saigon step by step
Saigon motorbike rental is quick and easy once you know the routine. Here is how to do it right:
- Book ahead for touring bikes. Reliable manual and semi-auto bikes for a north–south trip get snapped up, so reserve a few days early, especially in peak season.
- Bring your papers. Carry your passport, home driving licence and an International Driving Permit. Most shops take a passport photo or a cash deposit rather than the original.
- Inspect the bike. Test the brakes, lights, horn and mirrors, and photograph any scratches before you ride off so the deposit dispute never happens.
- Agree the deposit. Expect a passport copy or 1–5 million₫ for a touring bike. Get the daily rate, the fuel policy and the return time written down or sent over Zalo.
- Check fuel & helmets. Bikes often leave nearly empty — fill up at the first station. Insist on two decent helmets, plus a phone mount and straps if touring.
- Ask about one-way & tours. Several Sài Gòn shops let you drop the bike in Đà Lạt, Hội An or Hà Nội — ideal for a south-to-north adventure.
Licence & law for foreigners
Ride legally — Sài Gòn is busy and regularly policed, with checkpoints common on the main arteries.
The best motorbike routes around Saigon
District 1 landmarks loop
Link the Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Central Post Office, the Reunification Palace, the War Remnants Museum and Bến Thành Market before finishing amid the neon of Bùi Viện.
Củ Chi tunnels
Ride northwest through the suburbs and rubber country to the vast underground network of the Củ Chi tunnels, one of Vietnam’s most famous war sites.
Cần Giờ mangrove biosphere
Cross the Bình Khánh ferry to the UNESCO Cần Giờ mangroves, with their monkey island, salt fields and fresh-seafood shacks — a green half-day escape.
Vũng Tàu beaches
Follow the coastal road southeast to the seaside city of Vũng Tàu, its beaches, lighthouse and giant hillside Christ statue — a classic weekend ride.
Mekong Delta (Mỹ Tho)
Head southwest to Mỹ Tho for your first taste of the Mekong — river islands, coconut candy and the Vĩnh Tràng pagoda, and the gateway on to Vĩnh Long and Cần Thơ.
Tây Ninh: Bà Đen & Cao Đài
A longer day ride to the colourful Cao Đài Holy See and Núi Bà Đen, the highest mountain in the south, now topped by a cable car and temple complex.
Safety & riding tips
- Go with the flow. Move steadily and predictably, signal early and avoid sudden stops; the swarm flows around you if you keep moving.
- Beware bag-snatchers. Keep bags and phones secure and off the road side, especially at lights and in quiet streets at night.
- Skip rush hour at first. Avoid 7–9am and 5–7pm while you find your feet, and practise on quieter District 3 or Thảo Điền streets.
- Prepare for rain. The May–November wet season brings daily downpours — carry a poncho and wait out the heaviest bursts under cover.
- Prep for touring. Riding north to Đà Lạt or beyond? Check tyres, brakes and chain, and carry the shop’s Zalo for roadside help.
Heading to Hội An or Đà Nẵng next?
Flying up to Hội An? Rent with Anh Khoa
Sài Gòn is a thrilling start or finish to a Vietnam trip — and when you reach the central coast, Anh Khoa rents clean, well-serviced scooters and electric bikes in Hội An and Đà Nẵng from just $4.7/day, with free hotel delivery, quality helmets and 24/7 help. (We’re a Hội An shop and don’t operate in Sài Gòn — but the central coast is well worth the trip.)
See Hội An motorbike rental →Saigon motorbike rental FAQ
How much is motorbike rental in Saigon in 2026?
Around 100,000–180,000₫ (about $4–7) a day for a scooter, and 180,000–350,000₫ for a well-serviced manual or touring bike. Multi-day and weekly hires are discounted.
Can foreigners legally rent and ride in Sài Gòn?
Yes. Carry an International Driving Permit (1968 Vienna Convention) together with your home licence, and always wear a helmet — Sài Gòn’s roads are regularly policed.
Is it safe to ride a motorbike in Ho Chi Minh City?
The traffic is dense but slow-moving. Ride calmly and predictably, avoid the rush hours at first, keep your bag secure against snatchers, and you will soon find the rhythm.
Can I rent in Saigon and ride to Hội An or Hà Nội?
Yes — this is a classic trip. Hire a reliable touring bike and ask about a one-way drop-off in Đà Lạt, Hội An or Hà Nội.
What are the best day trips from Saigon?
The Củ Chi tunnels, the Cần Giờ mangroves, Vũng Tàu’s beaches, the Mekong at Mỹ Tho and Tây Ninh’s Cao Đài temple are all rewarding rides.
How do I get to the Củ Chi tunnels by motorbike?
It is about 40 km northwest of the centre, roughly 1.5 hours each way through the suburbs — an easy half-day out and back on any scooter.
Do I need a deposit to rent a bike?
Usually a passport copy or a cash deposit of 1–5 million₫, higher for touring bikes. Many shops accept a photo of your passport rather than the original.
Can I ride into the Mekong Delta from Saigon?
Yes — Mỹ Tho is only about 70 km southwest, an easy gateway to Vĩnh Long, Cần Thơ and the wider delta by motorbike.
Sources: Gtrip, Saigon Local Tour. Prices verified July 2026 — please confirm the current rate with each shop before booking.
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