Phong Nha to Hanoi

Phong Nha to Hanoi

Phong Nha
Hanoi
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Phong Nha to Hanoi Destination Reviews

VP
Vishak P
I was denied entry to the bus even though I showed them the ticket booked via 12Go. Their list didnt have my name. Tried calling operator no help, driver no help, 12Go support no response. Fraud !!! I will sue , money taken but no service delivered . I lost hotel booking day trip booking bus booking because of you guys
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus VIP 32 Cabin, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), May 19, 2026
RG
Rubia G
Good: bus with toilet, good air conditioning, arrived on time Bad: rude driver, old bus
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus VIP 32 Cabin, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Apr 29, 2026
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Qmw5wfs8y6
Probably one of the best bus companies overall. However, the toilet didn’t flush and there was no water available for hand washing, which could be improved.
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Apr 13, 2026
AE
Adam E
Definitely recommend this company. They went out of their way to get me onto a bus when all of theirs were full. Excellent customer service
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus Cabin 22, Amazing Vietnam Travel, Mar 27, 2026
DD
Daniel D
Our bus ride was a cabin 22 from Phang Nha to Hanoi. It was supposed to leave at 11:30 pm and arrive 8:30 am. This would have allowed for a good number of hours of sleep and not arrive too early. Instead we got a text saying the bus was now leaving at 10:40 pm. We had to get ourselves ready earlier but we made the bus. The bus was operated by Duy Thanh company. It had comfortable pods and I am 191 cm (6’3”) and was able to just fit fully stretched out. The problem was that there was no toilet on board and no proper toilet breaks were taken. The bus continued all the way to Minh Binh to drop off passengers and a few of us needed to use the toilet but there was no toilet available at that stop at 3:00am, and the driver said to use the alleyway next to some closed food carts. The place was crawling with many rats and just wasn’t useable. He looked at me like what’s the problem. I had to beg him to take us to a proper washroom but he looked like we were bothering him to ask for the most basic of needs. We drove for another 5 minutes and we went to a location that was on the side of the road but was dark and locked. The drivers assistant tried to find a washroom but what he found was dark space with a toilet and chickens around it. One of the girls used it and ran out screaming when she discovered chickens around her. This was ridiculous. There were no further stops until about 5:30 am where the bus stopped in the middle of the highway to put us 6 remaining passengers into a car to drive us the rest of the way to Hanoi. We arrived at 6:30 am. A time where nothing was yet open in Hanoi and not ideal time to arrive. I had only slept a maximum of 2-3 hours on what was supposed to be a 9 hour trip. Other than the comfortable bus, the rude driver, the lack of proper toilet breaks, and leaving at a time that was not the original scheduled time, this was an awful experience for a overnight bus trip.
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus Cabin 22, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus), Mar 15, 2026
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Sara M
They dropped us off at a different location then mentioned in the booking (30min away from the address, by car) We left half an hour early and still arrived 2 hours late. The phone charging station wasn’t working. One place where they dropped us off for a toilet break was soo dirty. You really could not go there.
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus VIP 20, TP Booking (TP Booking), Mar 5, 2026
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Esther F
I was at the pickup point on time, yet the bus driver called me angrily asking where I am and saying I should immediately rush to the bus. Turns out he was not coming to the bus station, but was parking down the road of the bus station. So he was in the wrong place, yet he was calling me angrily. I did spend a little more money on the ticket to get a better and more comfortable bus. The bus didn’t look anything like on the ticket. Also, we arrived at the destination 2 hours early so that I had to be there in the middle of the night. Overall everything would be fine, but the bus drivers are one of the rudest people I’ve met. Definitely didn’t expect that in a country where all the other people are so kind and helpful. It’s a shame that the bus organizations dull the experience of Vietnam travelers!
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus VIP 32 Sleeper, King Express Bus, Feb 12, 2026
MT
Matthew T
Three different vehicles, inexplicably made a stop 15 mins outside of drop off point in old quarter to transfer to smaller vehicle that never arrived. We had to get a grab instead. Advise another operator.
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), Feb 2, 2026
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Asia T
I originally booked for 130am and the lady who’s connected with the bus (tiep Nguyen)told be that the bus is arriving early and there aren’t any 130am bus available so she wanted me to come at 12am instead.I already was irritated bc if there aren’t any 130 buses available why even have it posted?Then when I did arrive at 12 she left me outside while there were rats running around and the bus was 30-45mins late…She was unprofessional and didn’t communicate in person.Instead she left me outside with the rats until the bus came…
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus Cabin 22, QH Discovery Travel, Jan 25, 2026
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Alberte B
The bus was 2 hours late, and when the bus arrived there were no room for our backpacks in the storage under the bus, so we had to take it inside. If was unclear where to sleep, but luckily there were room enough for everyone. At Nihn Binh we had to get into another bus. But we still came half an hour early, so that was nice.
Phong Nha to Hanoi, Bus VIP 32 Sleeper, King Express Bus, Jan 23, 2026
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Phong Nha to Hanoi Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Taxigo vn
Economy 3pax
Any time
+7h 50m
$170.81
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
00:30
10:00
$20.49
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
01:00
10:30
$20.49
Bus
HK Buslines
Lower Single Cabin
01:30
11:00
$20.49
  3.0
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
03:00
12:30
$20.49
Bus
HK Buslines
Lower Single Cabin
04:00
13:30
$20.49
  3.0
Bus
Man Vu
Sleeper 44
06:00
13:55
$11.38
Bus
Man Vu
Limousine VIP 20
08:00
15:55
$18.97
Bus
TP Booking
VIP 20
08:50
16:50
$19.35
  3.4
Bus
TP Booking
VIP 20
09:10
17:10
$19.35
  3.4
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
09:30
18:30
$20.87
  2.0
Bus
TP Booking
VIP 22 Sleeper
10:00
19:30
$18.97
Bus
Duy Khanh Transport
Single Cabin
10:30
21:00
$18.59
  5.0
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
11:00
19:50
$23.87
  2.0
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
13:00
22:00
$20.11
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
13:30
23:00
$20.49
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
14:15
23:15
$20.87
  2.0
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
15:00
00:00
$20.87
  2.0
Bus
Man Vu
Limousine VIP 20
17:00
00:55
$18.97
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
17:30
04:00
$28.45

How to get from Phong Nha to Hanoi

When you want to get from Phong Nha to Hanoi, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 459.99. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 312.99.

How far is Phong Nha from Hanoi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phong Nha to Hanoi. Your trip will be a total of 379 miles (609 km). The flying distance is 573 miles (921 km).

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

The travel time from Phong Nha to Hanoi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 13 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phong Nha to Hanoi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mango Travel: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 312.99 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 459.99.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Phong Nha to Hanoi:

  • Bus tickets - USD 13.75 to USD 41.18;
  • Train tickets - USD 27.54 to USD 333.86;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 41.53. From Phong Nha to Hanoi starting from 21:00 Central Backpackers Hostel Phong Nha until 21:00 Central Backpackers Hostel Phong Nha
  • Plane tickets - USD 64.63 to USD 198.94;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 312.99 to USD 459.99.

How many trips per day are there between Phong Nha and Hanoi?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Phong Nha to Hanoi any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Phong Nha to Hanoi. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 64.63.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Phong Nha to Hanoi

Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Phong Nha to Hanoi is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Phong Nha to Hanoi. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 312.99.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Phong Nha to Hanoi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Phong Nha to Hanoi? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 78% decided to go for a bus.
  • 17% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 3% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Phong Nha to Hanoi

Facts about the transport from Phong Nha to Hanoi

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport1h 5m
Earliest Departure12:10 AM
Latest Departure11:54 PM
Departures per day7
Distance609 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCamel Transport, Cua Ong Limousine, Damitrans, Duy Khanh Transport, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Grouptour, Ha Long Bus Travel, HK Buslines, Hung Long, King Express Bus, Laman Express, Lotus Train, Mango Travel, NewLivitrans Express, Queen Cafe Bus, T Travel, Tan Quang Dung Buslines, Thuan Hung Travel, Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Rail, VietNam Travel Bus, Violette Trains