1. Bus – Hanoi to Phong Nha
2. Train + Bus to Phong Nha
3. Flight + Bus to Phong Nha
4. FAQ + Travel Tips + Info
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From Hanoi to Phong Nha you can travel by bus, train + bus or plane + bus.
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- Embarking on the journey from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park entails traversing approximately 500 km by land via Dong Hoi. Travelers are presented with 3 distinct options to reach this breathtaking destination from Hanoi. Opting for a direct flight to Dong Hoi followed by a public bus ride to Phong Nha stands out as the fastest method, taking approximately 6-7 hours and costing around $50-75 per person. It’s worth noting that while Phong Nha-Ke Bang lacks its own airport, Dong Hoi Airport serves as the nearest air transit hub, situated just 45 km away.
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- Alternatively, travelers can opt for a sleeper tourist bus journey from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang, which takes approximately 9-12 hours and costs about $12-35 per person. This option provides a budget-friendly means of travel, with the availability of modern luxury sleeper buses enhancing the overall experience. For those seeking a hybrid travel experience, train + bus/taxi routes via Dong Hoi present another viable option, taking a total of about 13-15 hours and costing approximately $20-125 per person. From Dong Hoi, local buses departing from Bến xe Nam Lý bus station, located near the railway station, offer convenient transportation to Phong Nha-Ke Bang. Before you arrive, it’s advisable to familiarize yourself with the weather conditions in Phong Nha to ensure a seamless travel experience.
Discover the Wonders of Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
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- Nestled within Quảng Bình Province, Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park has earned its status as one of Vietnam’s most captivating and revered natural reserves, a distinction conferred by UNESCO in 2003. Renowned for its cinematic allure, as evidenced by its inclusion in the film „Kong: Skull Island,“ this park is home to the iconic Son Doong Cave, the largest cave in the world. Accessible exclusively through Oxalis Adventure tours accompanied by private guides, Son Doong Cave epitomizes the park’s allure.
- Additionally, the park boasts a myriad of other mesmerizing caves, including the Tu Lan Cave system and Hang En Cave. While Phong Nha-Ke Bang lacks its own airport, travelers can easily access the destination via flights to Dong Hoi Airport, the closest air transit hub. From Dong Hoi, travelers can continue their exploration of central Vietnam by train or bus to Hue, Da Nang, and Hoi An. Plan your journey to Phong Nha-Ke Bang from Hanoi with ease by booking bus/train tickets or flights to Dong Hoi online.
| Transfer Mode – Hanoi to Phong Nha: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Sleeper Bus | 10-12 hours | $12-35/pp |
| Train + Bus/Taxi (via Dong Hoi) | 13-15 hours | $20-125/pp |
| Flight + Bus/Taxi (via Dong Hoi) | 6-7 hours | $50-75/pp |
How do I get from Hanoi to Phong Nha?
1. BUS from Hanoi to Phong Nha
The cheapest and most used transport option from Hanoi to Phong Nha National Park is a transfer by tourist sleeper bus. On this route to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, you can use a number of different transport companies, which overwhelmingly offer modern or older sleeper buses.
These companies operate bus transfers to Phong Nha Park from Hanoi: Duc Duong, Sapa Discovery Travel, Duy Khanh, To Vietnam Travel, Queen Cafe, Green Trips, Khanh Hong, Hung Long, Grouptour, Full Moon Party Tour, Techbus VN and others. The bus timetable is therefore quite long and you can certainly choose your desired departure and arrival time, buses run throughout the day and overnight.
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Expect a longer travel time, the bus transfer from Hanoi to Phong Nha takes approximately 9-12 hours and bus tickets range from $12-35/pp. If the bus is very modern, new, then of course it is more expensive than a regular older sleeper Vietnamese bus. However, these modern buses are more comfortable and on board you will also find an LCD TV and possibly a toilet.
Buses in Hanoi leave from various places and in Phong Nha they also arrive at various places, some even go to specific hotels or homestays. Also, keep in mind that buses make additional stops before arriving at their destination, so sometimes the departure and arrival times may be slightly different, which is common in Vietnam.
You will see all this information when ordering tickets online. So you can easily search and book tickets from Hanoi to Phong Nha National Park online even in advance, it is recommended for travelers. Always read all instructions and conditions of these transfers and ticket information, some companies also accept tickets on a mobile phone.
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2. TRAIN + BUS from Hanoi to Phong Nha
Another low-cost transportation option to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is a trip by train and local bus through the city of Dong Hoi. This option therefore has 2 steps, the 1st step is a trip by Vietnam Railways train or tourist sleeper train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi. Regular trains to Dong Hoi will offer you comfortable seats, which are the cheapest, or sleeping beds in cabins for 4-6 passengers, which are of course more expensive.
Regular trains also include more comfortable tourist sleeper trains, which offer better service and services, but the tickets cost more money, these are Livitrans Express, Violette Train, Laman Express, Lotus Train, Damitrans Express. All trains depart from Hanoi Railway Station, which is a short distance from Hoan Kiem district, and arrive at Dong Hoi Railway Station, which is located in the center of Dong Hoi city.
For this longer route, it is advisable to book a sleeping bed and relax, the train journey time from Hanoi to Dong Hoi is about 10-12 hours. Train tickets to Dong Hoi from Hanoi cost around $15-45/pp (seat or sleeper berth), tourist sleeper trains cost around $55-70/pp. Tourist trains usually have cabins for 4 passengers, exceptionally also for 2 passengers, offering better comfort and more modern trains with refreshments.
You can easily find and book train tickets from Hanoi to Dong Hoi easily online even in advance. Tickets for ordinary trains to Dong Hoi by Vietnam Railways are also accepted on a mobile phone, different conditions may apply for tourist sleeper trains, so always read all instructions carefully.
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The second step is to travel by local bus (or private taxi) from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is approximately 45 km from Dong Hoi city and there is a local bus from Bến xe Nam Lý stop, which is a short distance from Dong Hoi train station.
It’s a local public bus with seats, so don’t expect the above-standard service and comfort of tourist buses. Transportation by local bus from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha can take approximately 1.5 hours.
But it is important to know that there may be delays in departure and arrival, it happens in Vietnam. Transfer from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha by local bus costs about $2/pp and you can buy tickets when you get on the bus, on the spot.
3. FLIGHT + BUS from Hanoi to Phong Nha
Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park does not have its own airport, but the nearest airport is only 45 km away, in the city of Dong Hoi. So if you are looking for the fastest and most convenient way to get to Phong Nha from Hanoi, you can also take a direct flight from Hanoi to Dong Hoi and take a bus to Phong Nha from the airport.
So this transport option has 2 steps, but be aware that the flight schedule to Dong Hoi from Hanoi is very limited. Direct flights from Hanoi – Noi Bai to Dong Hoi are offered by Vietnam Airlines, the largest airline in Vietnam. A direct flight from Hanoi (Noi Bai Airport) to Dong Hoi Airport takes 1 hour 15 minutes and costs between $50-140/pp, depending on whether you use Economy or Business Flex class.
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Economy class will be sufficient for most travelers on this short flight. Search and book flights from Hanoi to Dong Hoi easily online and in advance. The second step is to travel by bus from Dong Hoi Airport to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. You can use the B4 bus for this step, which has a stop by the main road in front of the airport, approx. 100 m to the right of the main road.
The bus transfer from Dong Hoi Airport to Phong Nha takes approximately 1 hour and tickets cost on average up to $2.50-3.00/pp (prepare Vietnamese dongs). You can buy tickets on the spot when the bus departs. Or you can go to the city of Dong Hoi, rest and, for example, take a local bus from the Bến xe Nam Lý stop to Phong Nha on the 2nd day.
❓ FAQ + Travel Tips – Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang:
1. How to book and buy tickets / flights from Hanoi to Phong Nha?
2. What is the travel time from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- Transport by sleeper tourist bus from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang takes about 9-12 hours.
- Transport by train + bus from Hanoi to Phong Nha (via Dong Hoi) takes about 13-15 hours.
- Transport by plane + bus from Hanoi to Phong Nha (via Dong Hoi) takes about 6-7 hours.
3. How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Phong Nha?
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- Travel by sleeper tourist bus to Phong Nha-Ke Bang from Hanoi costs about $12-35/pp.
- Travel by train + bus to Phong Nha-Ke Bang from Hanoi (via Dong Hoi) costs about $20-125/pp
- Travel by plane + bus from Hanoi to Phong Nha (via Dong Hoi) costs about $55-80/pp.
4. What is the travel distance from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- Travel distance from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang is about 500 km by bus or train + bus via Dong Hoi.
5. What is the best and fast option of transfer from Hanoi to Phong Nha?
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- The best and fastest option of transfer to Phong Nha from Hanoi is to travel by plane + local bus via Dong Hoi town. Dong Hoi has the closest airport to Phong Nha-Ke Bang, about 45 km from this national park. There are cheap direct flights from Hanoi to Dong Hoi.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transfer from Hanoi to Phong Nha?
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- The most cheapest way of transfer from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang is to travel by tourist sleeper bus. The most cheapest bus tickets start already at $15-18/pp. But this option of transfer is not so comfortable, it is better to travel by sleeper regular or tourist luxury train via Dong Hoi.
7. Is there a direct flight from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- There is no airport in Phong Nha-Ke Bang, so it is not possible to travel by plane to this park. But you can travel by plane from various cities of Vietnam to Dong Hoi Airport, it is located about 45 km from Phong Nha.
8. Where to go from Phong Nha-Ke Bang or Dong Hoi?
9. How to travel from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi?
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- From Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi you can travel by sleeper tourist bus or by bus + train / plane via Dong Hoi. It is the same way how you arrived to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
10. Where and how to book a tour to Son Doong Cave?
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- If you want to visit Son Doong Cave in Phong Nha – the largest cave in the world, you have to buy a private tour via Oxalis Adventure, it is only way how you can explore this cave.
11. How to rent a motorbike / scooter in Vietnam?
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- It is possible to search + book a motorbike easily online with Bikesbooking > Book your motorbike online.
12. Where to stay in Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- There are various cheap homestays, guesthouses and small tourist resorts or hotels. Prices are low and you can book your stay easily online with Agoda > Book your accommodation in Phong Nha.
13. How to travel from Dong Hoi town to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- From Dong Hoi town to Phong Nha you can travel by local public bus from Bến xe Nam Lý (bus station), the most cheapest way of transfer to Phong Nha, bus tickets cost about $1.50-2.00/pp. Another way is to travel by private taxi.
14. How to travel solo in Vietnam?
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- Discover the wonders of solo travel in Vietnam as you explore ancient temples, cruise through scenic landscapes or karst sceneries, hike various national parks and ethnic villages and connect with the warm-hearted locals, creating a personalized journey of cultural immersion and breathtaking experiences.
15. What is the weather in Vietnam and what to expect?
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- Weather in Vietnam varies with a tropical climate featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. In the north, the dry season (October to April) brings cooler temperatures, while the wet season (May to September) is marked by higher humidity and heavy rainfall. Central Vietnam experiences a dry period (January to August) with lower humidity and a wet season (September to December) characterized by increased rainfall. In southern Vietnam, the dry season (December to April) offers warm temperatures, while the wet season (May to November) brings higher humidity and occasional heavy rainfall. For accurate information, check local forecasts.
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🚍 Bus from Hanoi to Phong Nha – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Hanoi to Phong Nha | Departs in Hanoi | Arrival in Phong Nha | Bus Tickets |
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Khanh Hong | 18:20 | 02:20 | From $12.00 |
Techbus VN | 17:30 | 04:30 | From $22.00 |
Techbus VN | 17:45 | 04:45 | From $22.00 |
Techbus VN | 18:00 | 05:00 | From $22.00 |
Grouptour | 17:45 | 05:45 | From $20.00 |
Grouptour | 17:50 | 04:50 | From $26.00 |
Grouptour | 18:00 | 06:00 | From $20.00 |
Hung Long | 20:15 | 05:35 | From $21.20 |
Hung Long | 20:30 | 05:50 | From $29.70 |
Duc Duong | 05:20 | 16:20 | From $26.00 |
Duc Duong | 16:25 | 01:55 | From $21.00 |
Green Trips | 18:00 | 04:00 | From $14.00 |
Queen Cafe | 17:30 | 03:30 | From $15.00 |
Sapa Disc. | 17:30 | 01:30 | From $24.00 |
Sapa Disc. | 20:15 | 05:15 | From $31.00 |
Full Moon Party | 17:05 | 04:05 | From $20.00 |
Duy Khanh | 16:30 | 03:50 | From $31.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 17:00 | 05:00 | From $14.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 18:00 | 04:00 | From $27.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 20:15 | 06:15 | From $18.00 |
🚆 Train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi – Schedule / Timetable + Train Tickets:
Train Schedule - Hanoi to Dong Hoi | Departs in Hanoi | Arrival in Dong Hoi | Train ticket - Price |
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Train SE1 (soft seat, sleeper) | 22:00 | 07:43 | From $19.50 |
Train SE3 (soft seat, sleeper) | 19:20 | 05:21 | From $19.50 |
Train SE5 (soft seat, sleeper) | 15:30 | 02:19 | From $19.60 |
Train SE7 (soft seat, sleeper) | 6:10 | 16:35 | From $16.50 |
Train SE19 (soft seat, sleeper) | 19:50 | 06:02 | From $19.80 |
Train TN3 (soft seat, sleeper) | 12:25 | 23:20 | From $21.80 |
Train TN5 (soft seat, sleeper) | 15:30 | 02:14 | From $21.00 |
Violette Trains SE1 (sleeper) | 22:00 | 07:43 | From $74.00 |
Violette Trains SE3 (sleeper) | 19:20 | 05:21 | From $74.00 |
Livitrans Express SE3 (sleeper) | 19:20 | 05:21 | From $72.00 |
Laman Express SE1 (sleeper) | 22:20 | 07:45 | From $78.00 |
Lotus Train SE19 (sleeper) | 19:50 | 06:02 | From $78.00 |