Vietnam Two-Wheeler Express Delivery Service Market Trends and Insights
Growth in E-Commerce and Digital Retail
The rapid growth of online shopping in Vietnam is the primary driver of the two-wheeler express delivery market. Consumers increasingly demand faster fulfillment, pushing e-commerce platforms to rely heavily on motorcycle couriers. This volume of digital transactions provides a steady, growing baseline of demand for logistics operators. The expansion of digital retail has also encouraged new market entrants and increased investment in last-mile delivery infrastructure. As more consumers shift their purchasing habits online, the frequency and variety of deliveries continue to rise, covering categories from electronics to daily essentials. This broadening scope of e-commerce activity reinforces the long-term demand outlook for two-wheeler express delivery services in Vietnam.Urban Traffic Congestion Favors Two-Wheeler Deliveries
Major Vietnamese cities like Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City experience severe daily traffic congestion that limits the effectiveness of larger delivery vehicles. Two-wheelers navigate dense, narrow urban corridors more efficiently, making them a practical option for express fulfillment. Their ability to avoid traffic bottlenecks helps ensure time-sensitive deliveries meet service-level agreements. The structural layout of Vietnamese cities, characterized by narrow streets and densely populated residential areas, further reinforces the operational advantage of motorcycle-based delivery. As urban populations continue to grow and city centers become more congested, the relative efficiency of two-wheelers over larger vehicles is expected to increase. This makes motorcycle couriers a durable and practical solution for urban last-mile logistics in the foreseeable future.High Driver Turnover and Labor Instability
Express delivery platforms face high rider turnover due to intense competition, fluctuating commission structures, and limited employment benefits. Drivers frequently switch between platforms in pursuit of short-term bonuses, disrupting operational consistency and increasing onboarding costs. Growing dissatisfaction over platform fees also raises the risk of organized labor actions that can temporarily disrupt delivery networks. The absence of formal employment protections for gig workers further compounds labor instability in the sector. Without access to benefits such as health coverage or income guarantees, drivers are more likely to exit the workforce during periods of low demand or unfavorable commission changes. This structural vulnerability makes it difficult for platforms to maintain a reliable and experienced driver base, which in turn affects service quality and customer satisfaction.Other drivers and restraints analyzed in the detailed report include:
- Shift Toward Electric Vehicle (EV) Delivery Fleets
- Rising Consumer Demand for On-Demand Logistics
- Price Competition and Compressed Profit Margins
Segment Analysis
Scooters and mopeds held 78.32% share in 2025, giving them the dominant position in the Vietnamese two-wheeler express delivery service market because they fit dense city traffic and short-haul dispatch patterns well. The segment is also projected to post a 25.11% CAGR through 2031, which keeps this vehicle class at the center of platform fleet planning over the forecast period. Motorcycles equipped with cargo boxes have become the preferred choice for parcel operators due to their capacity to transport larger and heavier loads. These vehicles are particularly effective for business-to-business shipments, postal services, and spare parts logistics, where payload capacity remains a critical factor.Major urban centers, particularly Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, prioritize delivery speed and accessibility over payload volume. Dense populations and heavy traffic in these cities make scooters and mopeds essential to efficient last-mile logistics operations. Scooters provide strong urban maneuverability, enabling couriers to navigate narrow lanes, congested districts, and high-density office complexes efficiently. This allows faster pickups and drop-offs compared to larger motorcycles. Their ability to access areas that are difficult for larger vehicles to reach reinforces their role as a critical component of Vietnam’s urban delivery ecosystem, especially for city-center deliveries.
Complete Report Scope:
- By Vehicle Type
- Scooters/Mopeds
- Motorcycles
- By Propulsion Type
- Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
- Electric
- By Province
- Ho Chi Minh City (HCM)
- Ha Noi
- Vung Tau
- Quang Ninh
- Binh Duong
- Dong Nai
- Bac Ninh
- Da Nang
- Thanh Hoa
- Thai Nguyen
- Vinh Phuc
- Can Tho
- Hung Yen
- Phu Thọ
- Ninh Binh
- Hue
- Others
List of Companies Covered in this Report:
- Green SM
- Grab Holdings Limited
- Be Group JSC
- Ahamove
Additional Benefits:
- The market estimate (ME) sheet in Excel format
- 3 months of analyst support
Table of Contents
Companies Mentioned (Partial List)
A selection of companies mentioned in this report includes, but is not limited to:
- Green SM
- Grab Holdings Limited
- Be Group JSC
- Ahamove

