Buses from Phong Nha to Hanoi

Buses from Phong Nha to Hanoi

Phong Nha
Hanoi
Tue, May 14
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$14
 
 
$38

Other Options

Phong Nha to Hanoi Bus Schedule

Phong Nha to Hanoi Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 00:06 - 11:46VND 895k
Vietnam Railways Class II AC 05:14 - 16:05VND 492k
Vietnam Railways Class II AC 07:08 - 19:12VND 534k
Vietnam Railways VIP Sleeper 08:56 - 19:12VND 806k
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 10:30 - 21:50VND 982k
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 15:15 - 04:00VND 681k
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 16:01 - 04:00VND 658k
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 18:43 - 05:25VND 1,060k
Duc Duong Bus VIP 34 Sleeper 21:15 - 07:15VND 889k
Laman Express Premium Class 23:40 - 11:30VND 3,300k

Transportation from Phong Nha to Hanoi

Facts about the bus from Phong Nha to Hanoi

Cheapest Bus$14
Fastest Bus8h
Earliest Bus8:50 AM
Latest Bus11:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes85
Distance609 kilometers
Bus CompaniesDuc Duong Bus, Duy Khanh Transport, Full Moon Party Tour, Green Trips, Grouptour, Luxury Van Limousine, Queen Cafe Bus, Queen Cafe Bus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Techbus VN JSC, To Vietnam Travel, TP Booking, Vietnam Luxury Travel

Phong Nha to Hanoi Destination Reviews

HB
Not as nice as in the photos but comfortable enough. The guy at the office was nice but the ones in the bus were so rude and aggressive. They kept yelling at customers and speaking with a very hostile tone. One of them asked me to go to the back yelling. The other one saying I should go to the beginning also yelling at me so rudely. Honestly it's not as hard trying to be a bit nice. I also felt so unsafe with the driving and they didn't wake me up when we arrived to Hanoi but they threw my bags to the floor (also aggressively). I could have missed the stop and my bags
Bus VIP 20, TP Booking (TP Booking), Apr 15, 2024
KW
The bus was waiting on time at 9:15 pm at the Central Backpackers Hostel except that the company was Queen Cafe and we didn’t realize we should board until about 10:00 pm when we got a WhatsApp message from TechBus (because I asked) telling us to board. The driver did have our names on a printed list. Bus ride was smooth and quiet, seats comfortable. No curtain partitions or USB ports, but we were sleeping so didn’t mind. Bus had a bathroom, too, which was convenient even though not the cleanest. Arrived in Hanoi an hour late which is not bad. Drop off point was not exactly where our TechBus ticket said, but we were able to get a public bus to go to our lodging easily.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Feb 19, 2024
RH
The vehicle came not on time. The seats were comfortabel but you cannot fully lay down so my neck hurted. The driver woke everybody up several times to ask where they need to go. It was a night bus so everybody got anoyed because they want to sleep. They don’t communicate with you, only shouting. There were no beds left, so a local men had to lay into the middle to sleep. Horrible!
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 23, 2023
MR
We where declined at the limousine bus we payed for, we showed our ticket which clearly mentioned limousine class but they told us we where not on the list and had to wait for the next bus of Queen open bus. Then when this bus arrived at 22:00 while our bus should be there at 21:00 it was a normal sleeper bus where we were on the list. At this point we where very confused. We showed our ticket to this bus driver. Later while driving they asked us if we wanted to switch to the other which we clearly wanted because we felt bad about the situation. They called the other bus and at the next bus stop they switched us with the limousine bus. We also wanted to make use of the free transfer to the hotel in old town Hanoi, which was offered by the operator, we requested this in advance and got a reply that it was sorted and that we would be brought to our hotel. When we arrived at Hanoi the bus driver yelled that it was the last stop and that everyone must leave the bus. Overall this was very stressful. The support from 12go was great, we immediately created a support case at 12go, they contacted Queen open bus and the day after they refunded the difference in between the two bus classes to compensate for the bad experience. Thank you 12go.
Bus Limousine, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Oct 14, 2023
OP
9 hours instead of 7 as was promised
Bus VIP Sleeper 33 , Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jun 1, 2023
NA
The bus itself was great, as advertised. However, we didn’t get to Hanoi until 6:30am, two hours later than we were supposed to with no traffic at all slowing down our trip. This seems to be a running theme with companies advertising transfer times that are extremely inaccurate.
Bus VIP Sleeper 33 , Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Mar 19, 2023
AD
I expected to reach at 9:30 am but we reach there by 5:30 am, Bus is comfortable and WC facility available
Bus Sleeper 41, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Dec 26, 2022
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How to get from Phong Nha to Hanoi by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Phong Nha to Hanoi by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Phong Nha to Hanoi a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How far is Phong Nha from Hanoi?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 609 km between Phong Nha and Hanoi.

How long does it take to get from Phong Nha to Hanoi by bus?

Buses normally need between 8h and 11h 30m hours to get to Hanoi from Phong Nha. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, TP Booking offers the fastest service. Luxury Van Limousine buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

How much does it cost to get from Phong Nha to Hanoi by bus?

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Phong Nha and Hanoi remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company) and costs USD 13.16. A Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh)'s ticket will set you back USD 13.16 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

  • If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
  • VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
  • Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
  • If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
  • Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
  • To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
  • As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
  • Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
  • If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.