What is the best way to travel from Hạ Long to Phong Nha?
Looking for a trip? Check and compare all the available Buses and Carpool to Phong Nha from Hạ Long. Look at different modes of transportation, search for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 6 available companies to find your perfect trip!
What is the cheapest way to reach Phong Nha from Hạ Long?
You can reach Phong Nha with just £18 by taking a Bus from Cua Ong Limousine, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m015:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise02:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 12/12/2025 15:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 13/12/2025 02:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m016:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise03:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 12/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 13/12/2025 03:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Grouptour12h 0m015:30Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel03:30Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BasicA Car from Grouptour goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 12/12/2025 15:30:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 13/12/2025 03:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Cua Ong Limousine12h 0m016:00Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel04:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Cua Ong Limousine goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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QH Discovery Travel11h 0m015:40Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel02:40Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0EconomyA Bus from QH Discovery Travel goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 15:40:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 02:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m015:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise02:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 15:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 02:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m016:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise03:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 03:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Sapa Discovery Travel10h 15m016:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise02:15Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Sapa Discovery Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 02:15:00. 50 Business ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
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Grouptour12h 0m015:30Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel03:30Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BasicA Car from Grouptour goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 15:30:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 03:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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What are the fastest trips from Hạ Long to Phong Nha?
You can get to Phong Nha from Hạ Long in just 10h 15m with a Bus from Sapa Discovery Travel. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m015:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise02:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 12/12/2025 15:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 13/12/2025 02:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m016:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise03:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 12/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 13/12/2025 03:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Grouptour12h 0m015:30Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel03:30Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BasicA Car from Grouptour goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 12/12/2025 15:30:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 13/12/2025 03:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Sapa Discovery Travel10h 15m016:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise02:15Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Sapa Discovery Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 02:15:00. 50 Business ticket for £26 per person are available. Travel duration is 10h 15m
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QH Discovery Travel11h 0m015:40Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel02:40Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0EconomyA Bus from QH Discovery Travel goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 15:40:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 02:40:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m015:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise02:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 15:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 02:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Vietnam Luxury Travel11h 0m016:00Hạ LongOasis Party Cruise03:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Vietnam Luxury Travel goes from Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 03:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £23 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 0m
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Cua Ong Limousine12h 0m016:00Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel04:00Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BusinessA Bus from Cua Ong Limousine goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 16:00:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 04:00:00. 50 Business ticket for £18 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Grouptour12h 0m015:30Hạ LongTung Luxury Hotel03:30Phong NhaMidtown Hotel0BasicA Car from Grouptour goes from Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) at 14/12/2025 15:30:00 to Midtown Hotel, Phong Nha (Vietnam) arriving at 15/12/2025 03:30:00. 50 Basic ticket for £24 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 0m
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Bus from Hạ Long to Phong Nha
What are the most popular stations in Hạ Long and Phong Nha?
In Hạ Long, you will usually depart from Oasis Party Cruise, Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor or Tung Luxury Hotel, while in Phong Nha you will be arriving at Midtown Hotel, ĐT20 Bus Stop or South Bus Stop, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Phong Nha from Hạ Long? With 4 connections between 6 Bus and Carpool operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Hạ Long and Phong Nha, you can pay as low as £18 with a Bus from Cua Ong Limousine.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Sapa Discovery Travel: you will get to Phong Nha in just 10h 15m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Hạ Long and Phong Nha are Vietnam Luxury Travel, Grouptour and Cua Ong Limousine, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Hạ Long and Phong Nha is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Hong Hai or to Sơn Trạch, and look at flights from Van Don Airport, and landing at Dong Hoi Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Hạ Long to Phong Nha?
The most popular companies between Hạ Long and Phong Nha, are Vietnam Luxury Travel, Grouptour and Cua Ong Limousine. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Vietnam Luxury Travel, Cua Ong Limousine, QH Discovery Travel and 1 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Hạ Long to Phong Nha
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hạ Long to Phong Nha. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Hạ Long to Phong Nha
How can I reach Phong Nha from Hạ Long?
Every day, there are on average 4 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Phong Nha from Hạ Long.
How far is Phong Nha from Hạ Long?
The distance between Hạ Long and Phong Nha is 382.7 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hạ Long and Phong Nha?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 10 kgs of CO2, a train 13 kgs, a car 65 kgs, and a flight 94 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Hạ Long to Phong Nha?
You can get to Phong Nha with just £18 by taking a Bus from Cua Ong Limousine.
What is the fastest way to get from Hạ Long to Phong Nha?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Phong Nha in just 10h 15m with a Bus from Sapa Discovery Travel.
More routes to Hạ Long and to Phong Nha
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Hạ Long and to Phong Nha. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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