1. Sleeper Bus to Hanoi
2. Bus + Train to Hanoi
3. Bus + Flight to Hanoi
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From Phong Nha to Hanoi you can travel by bus, bus+train or bus+plane.
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- Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2003, offers captivating landscapes and serves as a gateway to Hanoi, the bustling capital of Vietnam. Covering approximately 500 km by land, the journey from Phong Nha to Hanoi is best accomplished via a sleeper tourist bus, a cost-effective option taking about 8-12 hours with tickets ranging from $13-30 per person. Alternatively, travelers can opt for a local public bus to Dong Hoi, then proceed to Hanoi via train or direct flight.
- Train travel from Dong Hoi to Hanoi spans 9-12 hours, with tickets priced around $20-40 per person. For the quickest route, consider a direct flight from Dong Hoi to Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport, a journey lasting approximately 1 hour with ticket prices ranging from $40-80 per person. Although Phong Nha-Ke Bang lacks an airport, travelers can easily reach Dong Hoi City via local public bus or private taxi, as it is only 45 km away. Once in Hanoi, explore further travel options to Halong Bay or Cao Bang. Secure your bus tickets from Phong Nha to Hanoi, as well as direct flights and trains from Dong Hoi to Hanoi conveniently online.
From Phong Nha-Ke Bang to the Capital of Vietnam – Hanoi.
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- Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park stands as one of Vietnam’s most captivating parks, earning UNESCO recognition in 2003. Located in Quảng Bình Province, this park serves as a starting point for journeys to Hanoi, the vibrant capital of Vietnam. Hanoi, a pivotal transport hub in the north, beckons with its historical significance and cultural landmarks.
- Travelers from Phong Nha to Hanoi have multiple transport options, including sleeper buses, planes, and trains (with connections available from Dong Hoi). For a comfortable and economical journey, consider the sleeper train operated by Vietnam Railways from Dong Hoi to Hanoi. Additionally, travelers can explore transportation to Ninh Binh, located just 95 km south of Hanoi.
| Transfer Mode – Phong Nha to Hanoi: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Sleeper Tourist Bus | 8-12 hours | $13 – $30 |
| Bus + Train via Dong Hoi | 14 hours | $17 – $45 |
| Bus + Flight via Dong Hoi | 6-7 hours | $45 – $80 |
How do I get from Phong Nha to Hanoi?
1. BUS from Phong Nha to Hanoi
A used and popular low-cost option for transport from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park to Hanoi in Vietnam is a sleeper bus. On this route between Phong Nha and Hanoi, there are many companies that offer very modern and comfortable sleeper buses, some of them are TP Booking, Techbus VN, Sapa Discovery Travel, To Vietnam Travel, Green Trips, Queen Cafe, Luxury Van Limousine, Duc Duong, Hung Long, Hey Travel, Grouptour, Full Moon Party Tour or Hoang Linh.
The companies offer older classic sleeper buses, but also very new and modern buses that will offer you great comfort or even LCD TVs and a toilet on board. This is a longer travel route, so it is advisable to choose a more comfortable and modern bus with better sleeping beds. Driving time to Hanoi from Phong Nha is approximately 8-12 hours and bus tickets cost between $13-30/pp, depending on the type of bus and company.
Buses also make other stops along the way, e.g. for refreshments or pick up other passengers, so it may happen that the exact times of departure and arrival may not be respected, it is better to expect this in Vietnam. Buses also have different departure points and different arrival points in Hanoi, you will see this when ordering tickets.
You can easily find and book bus tickets from Phong Nha to Hanoi online even in advance. When ordering, always carefully read all instructions and conditions for the given transfer and arrive at the departure point well in advance, at least 30 minutes before the bus departure.
🚍 Bus from Phong Nha to Hanoi – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:
| Bus Schedule – Phong Nha to Hanoi: | Departs in Phong Nha | Arrival in Hanoi | Bus Ticket – Price |
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| Hung Long | 19:00 | 04:20 | From $21.20 |
| Hung Long | 18:30 | 03:50 | From $29.70 |
| Grouptour | 21:00 | 05:20 | From $15.00 |
| Grouptour | 21:45 | 06:05 | From $15.00 |
| TP Booking | 08:50 | 16:50 | From $26.00 |
| TP Booking | 21:00 | 06:00 | From $16.00 |
| Duc Duong | 08:50 | 18:50 | From $28.00 |
| Duc Duong | 20:15 | 15:45 | From $21.00 |
| Duc Duong | 21:00 | 06:00 | From $21.00 |
| Techbus VN | 09:00 | 18:30 | From $25.00 |
| Techbus VN | 20:10 | 05:40 | From $19.00 |
| Techbus VN | 21:00 | 06:00 | From $14.00 |
| Sapa Discovery Travel | 09:30 | 19:30 | From $28.00 |
| Sapa Discovery Travel | 20:30 | 05:30 | From $16.00 |
| Sapa Discovery Travel | 21:30 | 06:30 | From $15.00 |
| Sapa Discovery Travel | 23:00 | 08:00 | From $23.00 |
| To Vietnam Travel | 18:30 | 04:30 | From $18.00 |
| To Vietnam Travel | 21:00 | 07:00 | From $14.00 |
| Full Moon Party | 20:30 | 05:10 | From $17.00 |
| Luxury Van | 20:50 | 08:20 | From $29.00 |
| Green Trips | 21:00 | 06:00 | From $14.00 |
| Queen Cafe | 21:00 | 06:00 | From $15.00 |
| Duy Khanh | 21:00 | 08:20 | From $31.00 |
2. BUS + TRAIN from Phong Nha to Hanoi
There is no direct train from Phong Nha to Hanoi, but you can travel by Vietnam Railways train from Dong Hoi City, which is about 45 km from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. This transport option therefore has 2 steps, the 1st step is a transfer by bus or taxi from Phong Nha to Dong Hoi and the 2nd step is a train journey from Dong Hoi to Hanoi.
From Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park, there is a small local public bus to Dong Hoi town and this bus also arrives at Bến xe Nam Lý stop, which is only about 400m from Dong Hoi Railway Station. The journey by this bus takes approximately 1.5 hours and the tickets, which cost approximately 2 USD (prepare Vietnamese banknotes), can be purchased when boarding the bus, i.e. on the spot.
This is a local bus, so don’t expect any great comfort. Another option is to take a private taxi, which can be arranged at Phong Nha Park, you can also ask about this option at the place where you will be staying, but it is of course a more expensive transport option than the local bus.
The second step is to travel by train from Dong Hoi to Hanoi, here you can use a regular Vietnam Railways train with seats or sleeping beds, which also includes the tourist sleeping trains Violette Train, Livitrans Express, Lotus Train or Laman Express. The cheapest option is, of course, seats in a regular train, but since it is a longer journey, it is better to choose a sleeper bed and get some rest.
Train tickets from Dong Hoi to Hanoi will cost you between $15-40/pp (seats or sleepers), tourist sleeper trains cost around $55-75/pp. Tourist sleeper trains usually have cabins for 4 passengers, in ordinary trains there are sleeping beds in cabins for up to 6 passengers. The train journey from Dong Hoi to Hanoi takes approximately 10-12 hours, depending on the type of train.
Trains arrive at Hanoi Railway Station, which is a short distance from the popular and touristic Hoan Kiem district, so everything is immediately within easy reach. You can search and buy train tickets to Hanoi from Dong Hoi easily online. Regular trains also accept mobile tickets, so it is not necessary to print them, tourist sleeper trains may have different conditions, so always read them carefully before booking.
3. BUS + FLIGHT from Phong Nha to Hanoi
If you are looking for the fastest transport option, you can use a direct flight from Dong Hoi city, the airport is approximately 45 km from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. First, however, you have to take a local bus to the airport or to the city, and it is good to know that the flight schedule is very limited, there are approximately 1-2 Vietnam Airlines direct flights per day.
Vietnam Airlines is Vietnam’s largest airline and is well rated by other travelers. There should be a local bus from Phong Nha to Dong Hoi Airport, but it is a good idea to inquire about this option in advance. If such a connection is not in operation, then you will have to take a bus to Dong Hoi city first, as already written above.
The bus ride from Phong Nha to the center of Dong Hoi should take around 1.5 hours and you buy tickets when you get on the bus. However, the most convenient and fastest option is a private taxi to Dong Hoi Airport, but it is also a more expensive option. So the second step is a direct air connection from Dong Hoi Airport to Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi.
This direct flight from Dong Hoi to Hanoi takes only 1 hour and ticket prices range from $40-80/pp for Economy class by Vietnam Airlines. Dong Hoi Airport is approximately 4 km from the city center and Noi Bai Airport is approximately 25 km from the center of Hanoi.
From Noi Bai Airport to the center of Hanoi, you can use various shuttle buses, public bus or other private transfers and taxis. You can search for flights from Dong Hoi to Hanoi online even in advance, expect a limited flight schedule.
❓ FAQ + Travel Tips – Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi:
1. How to book and buy tickets / flights from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi?
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- You can book bus e-tickets from Phong Nha to Hanoi online on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can search, book another tickets, e.g. train from Dong Hoi > Hanoi…
2. How long does it take from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi?
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- Travel by sleeper tourist bus to Hanoi from Phong Nha-Ke Bang takes about 8-12 hours.
- Travel by bus+train to Hanoi from Phong Nha-Ke Bang takes about 14 hours.
- Travel by bus+plane (direct flight) from Dong Hoi to Hanoi takes about 4 hours.
3. How much does it cost to travel from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi?
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- Travel by sleeper tourist bus to Hanoi from Phong Nha-Ke Bang costs about $13-30/pp.
- Travel by bus + train to Hanoi from Phong Nha-Ke Bang costs about $17+/pp
- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Dong Hoi to Hanoi costs about $25-60/pp.
4. What is the travel distance from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi?
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- Travel distance to Hanoi from Phong Nha-Ke Bang is about 500 km by bus and about 450 by plane from Dong Hoi.
5. What is the best and fast way of transfer from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi?
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- The best and fastest way of transport to Hanoi from Phong Nha is to travel by public bus/taxi to Dong Hoi and in Dong Hoi you can take a direct flight to Hanoi – Noi Bai International Airport, yes it is not a cheap way, but some sleeper buses are not so comfortable for a long journey.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Phong Nha to Hanoi?
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- The most cheapest way of transport from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Hanoi is to travel by tourist sleeper bus.
7. Is there a direct flight from Phong Nha to Hanoi?
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- There is no airport in Phong Nha-Ke Bang, the closest airport is in Dong Hoi (about 40 km from Phong Nha). From Dong Hoi you can travel by plane to Hanoi – there are direct flights every day.
8. What to visit in northern Vietnam, where to go from Hanoi?
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- From Hanoi you can travel by bus+ferry to Cat Ba Island or you can continue to the north of Vietnam – you can take a bus/van to amazing authentic mountain site – Ha Giang. Another popular train route is from Hanoi to Lao Cai.
9. How to travel from Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- From Hanoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang you can travel by sleeper tourist bus or by train/plane+bus over Dong Hoi. It is the same way of travel route how you arrived to Hanoi.
10. Is there a train from Phong Nha to Hanoi?
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- No, there is no train from Phong Nha to Hanoi, because Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park has no railway station. But you can travel by train from Dong Hoi Railway Station, it is the closest biggest train station, there are seat or sleeper trains to Hanoi.
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