Results from Hanoi to Ha Long on Tuesday, 03 October 2023

The easiest way to travel from Hanoi to Ha Long is by bus.

How far is Ha Long from Hanoi?

The travel distance from Hanoi to Ha Long is 150 km by road. The easiest way to travel between Hanoi and Ha Long is taking a bus.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Ha Long?

It takes 3-4 hours to get from Hanoi to Ha Long by a bus.

Depending on the traffic, sometimes the bus arrives 30 minutes earlier or later than scheduled.

What types of buses operate the route from Hanoi to Ha Long?

There are four types of buses running the route Hanoi to Ha Long.

Sleeper Bus: double-deck coaches equipped with fixed berths and capacity for 40–46 passengers. These are quite comfortable so you can sleep during most part of the journey.

Seated Bus: single-deck coaches equipped with seats and capacity for 40–46 passengers.

Minibus: minibuses equipped with seats and capacity for 25-32 passengers.

Limousine Van: minivans that have the interior refurbished with three rows of seats accommodating 9 passengers, or one row of seats at the back and four individual seats in the center accommodating up to 7 passengers. Additionally, there is space for 1 extra passenger in the front of the van, seating next to the driver.

For more information about travelling by bus, please read our Bus Guide in Vietnam.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Ha Long by bus?

The price of the bus ticket from Hanoi to Ha Long varies depending on the type of vehicle that you choose. It ranges from 100,000 VND to 350,000 VND.

Keep in mind that some bus companies in Vietnam increase the price on weekends and national holidays.

Where does the bus from Hanoi to Ha Long depart?

Most buses from Hanoi to Ha Long depart from My Dinh Station and the representative offices of the bus companies in Hoan Kiem District, Cau Giay District or Hai Ba Trung District.

Please arrive to the point of departure at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Note that some bus companies will organize the transfer of passengers from the point of departure to the bus terminal by shuttle bus, therefore customers must show up in advance or risk missing the bus.

Where does the bus from Hanoi to Ha Long arrive?

Most buses from Hanoi to Ha Long arrive at Bai Chay Station and the representative offices of the bus companies in Tuan Chau, Bach Dang, Bai Chay, Yet Kieu, Hong Gai or Hong Hai Wards, in Ha Long.

Where to travel next from Ha Long?

From Ha Long, you can return to Hanoi by bus or continue traveling to other destinations in Northern Vietnam, such as Cat Ba, Ninh Binh, Ha Giang, Sapa and Mu Cang Chai.