An Thoi, the pier town at Phu Quoc's southern tip, and Duong To, the commune covering the southern half of Long Beach plus the island's airport, are roughly 20–25 km apart by road. The journey takes 35–50 minutes by car or motorbike, and a metered taxi costs around 300,000–400,000 VND (USD 12–16). In daylight you do not need to pre-book anything: even the local bus makes the run for about 20,000–35,000 VND per person, while a rental motorbike at 120,000–200,000 VND per day becomes the cheapest choice of all once you make more than a couple of crossings.
How far is An Thoi from Duong To, and which road do you take?
Duong To is not one spot but a long coastal commune: it starts just north of An Thoi, runs past the airport, and stretches along the southern half of Long Beach (Bai Truong) almost to Duong Dong town. That means your actual distance depends on where you are headed. The resort cluster around Truong Beach and the Bai Truong Complex is about 20 km from An Thoi pier; continuing to central Duong Dong and the harbour adds roughly another 5 km.
There are two ways to drive it. The classic route is the coastal road — Tran Hung Dao Street and its continuation north — which hugs the west coast past beach resorts, seafood restaurants and the turn-off to Ho Quoc Pagoda. The newer inland road through Duong To shaves 5–10 minutes off the trip and carries less traffic, but you give up the sea views and most of the food stops. Both are flat, fully sealed and in good condition year-round.
| Journey | Distance | Time by car |
|---|---|---|
| An Thoi pier to southern Bai Truong (Sailing Club, Regent area) | ~20 km | 35–40 min |
| An Thoi to Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) | ~18–20 km | 30–40 min |
| An Thoi to central Duong Dong / Dinh Cau Night Market | ~25 km | 45–50 min |
There is no sea shortcut between the two — An Thoi's ferries head to the mainland (Rach Gia and Ha Tien), not up the coast — so for this trip it is road transport only.
All your transport options at a glance
Five realistic ways exist to cover the 20–25 km between An Thoi and Duong To. Here is how they compare on price, time and who they suit:
| Option | Typical cost | Time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Metered taxi (Vinasun, Mai Linh) | 300,000–400,000 VND (USD 12–16) | 35–50 min | Door-to-door comfort, night travel, luggage |
| Grab car | 250,000–350,000 VND | 35–50 min | Upfront pricing, no haggling |
| Grab bike | 120,000–180,000 VND | 45–60 min | Solo travellers with one bag |
| Local bus | 20,000–35,000 VND per person | 60–75 min | Daylight budget travel |
| Rental motorbike | 120,000–200,000 VND per day + fuel | 40–55 min | Exploring, multiple trips |
| Private car with driver | 450,000–600,000 VND (USD 18–25) | 35–50 min | Families, groups, fixed schedule |
Prices in VND convert at roughly 25,000 VND to USD 1. Taxi and ride-hail fares rise slightly at night, and Grab surge pricing can apply around sunset when everyone on Long Beach is heading out to dinner.
Taxi, Grab and private car: when they are worth it
Metered taxis charge roughly 12,000–15,000 VND per kilometre on Phu Quoc, which is why a 20–25 km run lands in the 300,000–400,000 VND range. Vinasun and Mai Linh both operate island-wide, and taxis queue at An Thoi pier when ferries arrive, so you will never struggle to find one there. Insist the driver starts the meter, or agree a price before setting off.
Grab works across the island, including pickups in An Thoi, and its advantage is a locked-in fare before you get in. One caveat: driver availability in An Thoi thins out late in the evening, so after about 10:00 PM the app may quote long waits — a street taxi is often faster at night. A Grab bike is the sweet spot for a solo traveller with a backpack: 120,000–180,000 VND and roughly the same journey time as a car once traffic builds near Duong Dong.
A pre-booked private car with driver (450,000–600,000 VND, about USD 18–25) makes sense for families with children or groups of three or four splitting the cost, and for anyone catching a flight who wants a guaranteed pickup time. It is a poor fit for a single traveller making one simple daylight transfer — you would pay two to three times the bus fare for time you do not actually save.
Can you take the local bus between An Thoi and Duong To?
Yes. Phu Quoc's public bus route runs the length of the west coast between Duong Dong, Bai Truong and An Thoi, roughly from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM, with departures every 20–40 minutes depending on time of day. The fare is a modest 20,000–35,000 VND per person depending on how far along the route you board. Buses stop along the main road rather than at formal stations — you simply wait on the roadside and wave one down, or ask your hotel which stop is closest.
The trade-offs are real, though. Buses are infrequent after dark, the last departures leave An Thoi well before the night markets peak, and luggage space is limited to whatever fits on your lap. It is also not ideal for the airport, because the bus stops on the highway and you face a 1–2 km walk or a short taxi hop to the terminal. The bus is a poor fit for late arrivals, families with big suitcases, or anyone on a tight flight schedule — but for a daylight hop with a daypack, it is unbeatable value.
Renting a motorbike for the run: who it suits and who it does not
A rental motorbike costs 120,000–200,000 VND (USD 5–8) per day on Phu Quoc, usually a semi-automatic 110–125 cc bike with helmets included and a passport or cash deposit. Fuel runs about 20,000–25,000 VND per litre at roadside pumps and bottle stalls; a round trip An Thoi–Duong To uses roughly 60,000–90,000 VND of petrol. That means two people sharing one bike pay less for a full day of transport than a single one-way taxi fare.
The ride itself is easy: 40–55 minutes on flat coastal road with light traffic outside Duong Dong. It is the right choice if you plan to hop between the beach, restaurants and sights like Ho Quoc Pagoda or Phu Quoc Prison (Coconut Tree Prison) near An Thoi over several days, or if you want to stop wherever the sea looks good.
It is a poor fit if you have never ridden a scooter before — traffic around the airport junction and Duong Dong is busier than it looks — or if you are travelling with small children, plan to drink at the beach clubs, or arrive during the October–December rainy season when afternoon downpours are frequent. Also note the legal detail: riding on Phu Quoc technically requires a Vietnamese licence or an International Driving Permit with an A1 category, and police checks do happen, with fines for unlicensed riders.
An Thoi to Phu Quoc Airport (PQC): the Duong To shortcut
A detail many travellers miss: Phu Quoc International Airport sits inside Duong To commune, right on the coastal road between An Thoi and Duong Dong. So if you are ferrying into An Thoi and flying out the same day, you do not pass through any town centre at all — the airport comes to you in 30–40 minutes by car at roughly 250,000–350,000 VND by taxi, or about 30,000 VND by bus plus a short walk.
Time your departure carefully. Domestic airlines want you at the terminal 90 minutes before departure, international flights two and a half to three hours. If your flight leaves before 8:30 AM, leave An Thoi by 6:00 AM — traffic is light then and the airport is calm. Factor in a buffer during the October–December rainy season, when a heavy shower can slow the coastal road by 20–30 minutes.
One last practical note: the airport area is still Duong To, so if you have a late-afternoon flight, you can eat lunch nearby rather than rushing — Nemo Restaurant at 189 Tran Hung Dao Street serves from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM daily, well within reach of the terminal.
Where to eat once you arrive: Duong To restaurants and the road up to Duong Dong
Duong To rewards the journey. Per Tripadvisor's listings, seafood and barbecue dominate the local scene, and the price range is wide. Nemo Restaurant (189 Tran Hung Dao Street, Cua Lap, right on the coastal road) serves daily from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM. Sailing Club Phu Quoc at Lot B7, Bai Truong Complex, opens at 6:30 AM and runs to 10:00 PM — beach beds by day, barbecue by night. For something quieter, Sora & Umi on the 2nd floor of the InterContinental Phu Quoc Long Beach Resort serves Japanese dishes in three slots: 6:30–10:30 AM, 12:00–3:00 PM and 6:30–10:00 PM. Rice Market at Regent Phu Quoc on Truong Beach does Vietnamese and rice dishes, and Lang Ca Seafood keeps things local at just USD 3.50–10.50 per dish.
Budget travellers should skip the resorts and work the side streets. Authentic Vietnamese street food across the island is usually well under 30,000 VND per order: pho stalls trade from 6–10 AM, street stalls generally run 6–10 AM before selling out, and typical serving prices sit at 40,000–55,000 VND. A banh mi opla (baguette with egg) can cost as little as 10,000 VND. Locals eat at quan com — humble rice restaurants — on the side streets off Tran Hung Dao, and the Duong Dong morning market is the place for a proper breakfast.
Continue 5 km further into Duong Dong town and the options multiply: Xin Chao Phu Quoc covers everything from USD 1.46 to 12.29 per dish, The Home Pizza runs 11:00 AM–11:00 PM, BBQ KOZE fires up 5:00 PM–11:00 PM, and Ganesh serves Indian food from 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM. After dark, the Locals' Night Market (seafood from 30,000 VND, and the island's best for it) and Dinh Cau Night Market — Phu Quoc's most popular food destination, open roughly 5:00 PM to 10:30 PM — are both a 10-minute ride from the southern Duong To resort strip.
Timing the trip: weather, traffic and safety
The road is easy, but the clock matters. Travel before 8:00 AM or after 4:00 PM to dodge the midday heat, which is brutal on a scooter with no shade anywhere on the route. From November to March, the west coast is calm and dry most of the day; from October to December, short violent downpours can arrive mid-afternoon and slow the journey by 30 minutes or more.
Watch for three predictable slow points: the sunset rush along the Bai Truong strip between roughly 5:00 and 7:00 PM, when every resort guest is heading to dinner; the airport junction, where arrivals traffic merges onto the coastal road; and the last few kilometres into Duong Dong, where motorbikes, cars and market delivery carts share narrow lanes. Drive with your headlight on, keep right, and never assume a right of way at the junctions.
Fuel up in An Thoi or Duong Dong before setting out — petrol stations are sparse in between, though roadside bottle stalls sell fuel at a small premium. If you are riding at night, stick to the main coastal road rather than the unlit inland alternative, and check your brakes before the first descent into Duong Dong.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a taxi from An Thoi to Duong To cost?
Expect 300,000–400,000 VND (USD 12–16) for the 20–25 km trip in a metered Vinasun or Mai Linh taxi, taking 35–50 minutes. Fares rise slightly after 10:00 PM, and prices are highest to central Duong Dong at the far end of the route. Agree on the meter before getting in, or book a Grab for a fixed upfront price of around 250,000–350,000 VND.
Is Grab available on Phu Quoc?
Yes — both Grab cars and Grab bikes operate island-wide, including pickups at An Thoi pier and throughout Duong To. A car costs about 250,000–350,000 VND and a bike 120,000–180,000 VND for this route. Availability thins out late at night in An Thoi, when the app may show waits of 10–15 minutes or more, so a street taxi is often quicker after dark.
How do I get from An Thoi ferry pier to Duong To?
Taxis queue directly at the pier when ferries from Rach Gia and Ha Tien dock, charging roughly 300,000–400,000 VND to Duong To in 35–50 minutes. You can also book a Grab from the pier, or take the local bus — walk out to the main road and flag it down for 20,000–35,000 VND, though the bus only runs from about 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
How far is An Thoi from Phu Quoc Airport?
About 18–20 km, or 30–40 minutes by car, costing roughly 250,000–350,000 VND by taxi. Because the airport sits inside Duong To commune on the coastal road, you do not pass through any town centre. For a domestic flight, leave An Thoi 2–2.5 hours before departure; for international flights, allow 3.5–4 hours including check-in time.
Is it cheaper to rent a motorbike than take taxis?
Usually, yes. A rental bike costs 120,000–200,000 VND per day plus about 60,000–90,000 VND of fuel for a round trip to Duong To. Two one-way taxi fares already cost 600,000–800,000 VND, so if you will make more than two crossings, or plan a full day of exploring, the bike pays for itself from the second or third journey onward.
Can I drive the route at night?
Yes, and many people do — the coastal road is sealed and mostly lit through the resort areas. Still, keep to 40–50 km/h, use your headlight, and stay on the main coastal road rather than darker inland routes. After about 9:00 PM traffic fades fast, so watch for pedestrians near night markets and watch for dogs on the quiet stretches south of Duong To.
Where should I stop to eat along the way?
Right on the coastal road you have Nemo Restaurant (189 Tran Hung Dao, open 10:00 AM–11:00 PM), Sailing Club Phu Quoc at Bai Truong Complex (6:30 AM–10:00 PM) and Lang Ca Seafood with dishes at USD 3.50–10.50. For local flavours, look for quan com rice shops and pho stalls off Tran Hung Dao — most street-food orders land between 10,000 and 55,000 VND.
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