What is the best way to travel from Hanoi to Hạ Long?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Hạ Long from Hanoi?
You can get to Hạ Long with just $6 by taking a Bus from Grouptour, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m07:00 AMHanoiHyundai Long Bien10:22 AMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/22/2025 7:00:00 AM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m010:00 AMHanoiHyundai Long Bien1:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/22/2025 10:00:00 AM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/22/2025 1:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m07:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien10:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/22/2025 7:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m05:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien8:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/24/2025 5:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/24/2025 8:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
Cheapest Buses Wednesday
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Grouptour3h 15m08:09 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street11:24 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 8:09:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 11:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m05:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien8:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 5:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 8:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Cua Ong Limousine2h 30m08:00 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street10:30 AMHạ LongTung Luxury Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Cua Ong Limousine goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 8:00:00 AM to Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Van Don Xanh2h 30m05:00 AMHanoiNgoc Tri Office7:30 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - FLC Hotel Hạ Long0BasicA Bus from Van Don Xanh goes from Ngoc Tri Office, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 5:00:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - FLC Hotel Hạ Long, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 7:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Cat Ba Express2h 30m08:00 AMHanoiInter bus line station10:30 AMHạ LongMường Thanh Luxury Ha Long Residence Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Cat Ba Express goes from Inter bus line station, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 8:00:00 AM to Mường Thanh Luxury Ha Long Residence Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Grouptour3h 15m08:09 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street11:24 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 8:09:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 11:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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Grouptour3h 0m06:45 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street9:45 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 6:45:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Grouptour3h 0m07:40 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street10:40 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 7:40:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m05:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien8:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 5:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
Cheapest Buses Sunday
What are the fastest trips from Hanoi to Hạ Long?
You can get to Hạ Long from Hanoi in just 2h 30m with a Bus from Cua Ong Limousine. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m07:00 AMHanoiHyundai Long Bien10:22 AMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/22/2025 7:00:00 AM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:22:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m010:00 AMHanoiHyundai Long Bien1:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/22/2025 10:00:00 AM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/22/2025 1:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m07:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien10:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/22/2025 7:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/22/2025 10:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m05:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien8:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/24/2025 5:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/24/2025 8:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
Fastest Buses Wednesday
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Cua Ong Limousine2h 30m08:00 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street10:30 AMHạ LongTung Luxury Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Cua Ong Limousine goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 8:00:00 AM to Tung Luxury Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $12 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Van Don Xanh2h 30m05:00 AMHanoiNgoc Tri Office7:30 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - FLC Hotel Hạ Long0BasicA Bus from Van Don Xanh goes from Ngoc Tri Office, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 5:00:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - FLC Hotel Hạ Long, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 7:30:00 AM. 50 Basic ticket for $13 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Cat Ba Express2h 30m08:00 AMHanoiInter bus line station10:30 AMHạ LongMường Thanh Luxury Ha Long Residence Hotel0EconomyA Bus from Cat Ba Express goes from Inter bus line station, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 8:00:00 AM to Mường Thanh Luxury Ha Long Residence Hotel, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 10:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $15 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 30m
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Grouptour3h 15m08:09 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street11:24 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 8:09:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 11:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m05:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien8:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/26/2025 5:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/26/2025 8:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Grouptour3h 0m06:45 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street9:45 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 6:45:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 9:45:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Grouptour3h 0m07:40 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street10:40 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 7:40:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 10:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $9 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 0m
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Grouptour3h 15m08:09 AMHanoiChợ Gạo Street11:24 AMHạ LongThành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor0EconomyA Bus from Grouptour goes from Chợ Gạo Street, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 8:09:00 AM to Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 11:24:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 15m
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Hải Phòng Travel3h 22m05:00 PMHanoiHyundai Long Bien8:22 PMHạ LongOasis Party Cruise0EconomyA Bus from Hải Phòng Travel goes from Hyundai Long Bien, Hanoi (Vietnam) at 12/28/2025 5:00:00 PM to Oasis Party Cruise, Hạ Long (Vietnam) arriving at 12/28/2025 8:22:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $10 per person are available. Travel duration is 3h 22m
Fastest Buses Sunday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Hanoi to Hạ Long
What are the most popular stations in Hanoi and Hạ Long?
In Hanoi, you will usually depart from Bến Xe Nuoc Ngam, Chợ Gạo Street or Mango Hotel, while in Hạ Long you will be arriving at Oasis Party Cruise, Thành Phố Hạ Long - Tuần Châu Harbor or Tung Luxury Hotel, 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 Hạ Long from Hanoi? With 3 connections between 17 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 Hanoi and Hạ Long, you can pay as low as $6 with a Bus from Grouptour.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 Cua Ong Limousine: you will get to Hạ Long in just 2h 30m.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 Hanoi and Hạ Long are Hải Phòng 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 Hanoi and Hạ Long 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 Nguyen Du or to Hong Hai, and look at flights from Hanoi - Noi Bai Airport, and landing at Van Don 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 Hanoi to Hạ Long?
The most popular companies between Hanoi and Hạ Long, are Hải Phòng Travel, Grouptour and Cua Ong Limousine. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Hải Phòng Travel, Grouptour, Cua Ong Limousine and 2 more.
All you need to know when you travel from Hanoi to Hạ Long
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Hanoi to Hạ Long. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Hanoi to Hạ Long
How can I reach Hạ Long from Hanoi?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus and Carpool, with which you can get to Hạ Long from Hanoi.
How far is Hạ Long from Hanoi?
The distance between Hanoi and Hạ Long is 79.7 miles.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Hanoi and Hạ Long?
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 3 kgs of CO2, a train 4 kgs, a car 22 kgs, and a flight 32 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Hanoi to Hạ Long?
You can get to Hạ Long with just $6 by taking a Bus from Grouptour.
What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Hạ Long?
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 Hạ Long in just 2h 30m with a Bus from Cua Ong Limousine.
More routes to Hanoi and to Hạ Long
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Hanoi and to Hạ Long. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
