Tam Coc to Hanoi by bus, van, train, taxi from VND 168k

Tam Coc to Hanoi Destination Reviews

Maisie A

Bit rogue but that’s Asia for you. Got picked up from Tam Coc by car with some others (very good communication via WhatsApp), where they drove us to the bottom of Hang Mua big pagoda where we waited for our actual bus. We were a bit confused, but turns out we joined a tour group from Hanoi for the bus back to the city (they had spaces left on the bus). Friendly staff and got to the specified drop off point, but we were an hour late because we left an hour later due to the transfer and having to wait for the bus. Comfy bus though!

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Tourist, Sapa Dragon Express, May 10, 2026

Ella W

We text the connecting driver because we were running late and he waited for us

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 11, Duy Khang Limousine (Duy Khang Limousine), Apr 26, 2026

Yehonatan H

Exactly on time The car was clean and comfortable

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 10, Daiichi Travel, Apr 15, 2026

Hagit

The driver sent us message in advance

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 10, Daiichi Travel, Apr 2, 2026

Sandhra S

Pickup from old quarter and drop off point in old quarter were different places

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 11, Duy Khang Limousine, Mar 9, 2026

Sabri R

All good, except the part we need to change 3 vehicles during the journey. Purposely choose a direct one (as shown at 12 Go's), but it's not direct afterall.

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 11, Duy Khang Limousine, Jan 31, 2026

Sara D

Departure time was 25 minutes after and at the bus station (not lake) but we were informed more than 6 hours before so it was not a problem. It took almost three hours because of the traffic. It was the exact same limousine from the pictures with massage chairs and snacks. Big recommendation

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 10, Daiichi Travel, Jan 19, 2026

Shaina J

No instruction or contact how to reach the driver. So we had a confusion at the pickup point. But no worries, I was able to contact the operator via Messenger. Quick response. Limousine to Ha noi is comfy enough

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 11, Duy Khang Limousine, Jan 19, 2026

Robert I

Our trip from Trang An to Hanoi was great. This is the 2nd time we travelled with Daily Limousine and both times they arranged our pick up from our exact location (airport & hotel) with awesome precision and got in contact with us on WhatsApp both the office and the drivers for a smooth accuracy. The minivans are very comfortable. The drivers are helpful and friendly. Awesome experience overall. Highly recommend this operator.

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus VIP 9, Daily Limousine, Jan 6, 2026

Michal K

Excellent service, on time, beautiful new car, great driver. Sooo relaxing drive back. Gonna always book with this company .3626036412786E+24;

Tam Coc to Hanoi, Bus Limousine 10, Daiichi Travel, Dec 21, 2025

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Tam Coc to Hanoi Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	The Long Travel	VIP 4pax	Any time	+1h 45m	$45.53
Bus	Duc Phat Thanh Hoa	Limousine 11	02:20	05:30	$7.97
Bus	Duc Phat Thanh Hoa	Limousine 24	03:00	05:30	$9.49
Bus	Duc Phat Thanh Hoa	Limousine 11	03:20	06:30	$7.97
Bus	Duc Phat Thanh Hoa	Limousine 24	04:00	06:30	$9.49
Bus	XE Vietnam	Standard AC	04:20	06:20	$8.14
Bus	Duc Phat Thanh Hoa	Limousine 24	05:00	07:30	$9.49
Bus	Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 11	05:20	07:50	$6.45
Bus	Duc Phat Thanh Hoa	Limousine 24	06:00	08:30	$9.49
Bus	Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 11	06:20	08:50	$6.45
Bus	XE Vietnam	Standard AC	07:00	09:20	$8.14
Bus	Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 11	07:20	09:50	$6.45
Bus	Duc Phat Thanh Hoa	Limousine 24	08:00	10:30	$9.49
Bus	Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 11	08:20	10:50	$6.45
Bus	XE Vietnam	Standard AC	09:00	11:20	$8.14
Bus	Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 11	09:20	11:50	$6.45
Bus	Duc Duong Bus	Tourist Bus 16	10:00	13:00	$5.50
Bus	Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 11	10:20	12:50	$6.45
Bus	Daiichi Travel	VIP 15	11:00	13:00	$5.31	4.0
Bus	Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 11	11:20	13:50	$6.45

How to get from Tam Coc to Hanoi

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

Bus
Train
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus+van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus 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 256.12. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 6.36.

How much does it cost to get from Tam Coc to Hanoi?

The cost of the trip from Tam Coc to Hanoi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sapa Dragon Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 6.36 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 256.12.

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

Bus tickets - USD 6.36 to USD 19.27;
Train tickets - USD 6.58 to USD 14.93;
Bus+Van price: USD 8.62 - USD 10.86. From Tam Coc to Hanoi starting from 04:00 Bai Dinh Pagoda Ninh Binh until 20:00 2 Dao Duy Tu Ninh Binh
Van price : USD 8.95 - USD 10.63;
taxi+Bus price: USD 10.81. From Tam Coc to Hanoi starting from 06:10 Ninh Binh City Hotel Transfer until 18:10 Ninh Binh City Hotel Transfer
Bus+taxi price: USD 56.92 - USD 79.68. From Tam Coc to Hanoi starting from 00:00 The Long Restaurant until 00:00 The Long Restaurant

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 35.52 to USD 256.12.

How many trips per day are there between Tam Coc and Hanoi?

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

Buses start plying the route from 04:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 387 available bus trips every day.
144 by Bus+Van from Tam Coc to Hanoi starting from 04:00 Bai Dinh Pagoda Ninh Binh until 20:00 2 Dao Duy Tu Ninh Binh
Vans from Tam Coc to Hanoi depart during the day - there are approximately 144 departures a day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 27 trains per day.
3 by Bus+taxi from Tam Coc to Hanoi starting from 00:00 The Long Restaurant until 00:00 The Long Restaurant
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Tam Coc to Hanoi any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc 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 35.52.

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Tam Coc to Hanoi. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Tam Coc to Hanoi.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Tam Coc to Hanoi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Tam Coc 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:

52% decided to go for a bus.
28% decided to catch a taxi.
8% chosen taxi+Bus
6% opted for a van.
4% users enjoyed a train ride.
2% chosen Bus+Van

Transportation from Tam Coc to Hanoi

Facts about the transport from Tam Coc to Hanoi

Cheapest Transport	$7
Fastest Transport	1h 20m
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	8:00 PM
Departures per day	770
Distance	67 kilometers
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