Buses from Hanoi to Halong Bay

Buses from Hanoi to Halong Bay

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Hanoi to Halong Bay Destination Reviews

MB
I mean, they get you from A to B. But, my initial transfer was a scooter - for me and my bags. The bus was actually a van - that you usually see being used for the transfer. For the price you pay you have more comfortable alternatives.
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Dec 4, 2025
SG
This was okay. There was no delay and they even dropped me off to my hotel in Halong bay.
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Nov 2, 2025
V
We couldnt find the pick up point because at the adress 12go privided everything was closed. The company didnt respond via any of provided phone numbers. But we asked in a nearby shop and by chance they had a number of one of the workers and could help us get the ride.
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 25, 2025
ZN
I booked my ticket in advance so I could get a proper seat. The large van arrived late. It was full. The driver assembled a small seat beside the regular seats. I told him I have probably paid more than everyone else in the bus and wanted a proper seat. He ignored me at first. But after talking to someone outside, he asked another passenger to switch his seat with me. Which that man did. The driver stopped 3 or 4 times on the way to Ha Long Bay to drop off people and pick up new people. I thought it was supposed to be a direct ride??!!
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 22, 2025
JS
The seat is so right compare with Ali her company and the price is nearly the same
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Aug 14, 2025
JB
Good pick-up but the drop-off point didn't match the initial description. So we needed to book grab. Driver drove like he stole something.
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jun 17, 2025
TK
We ran late and missed the bus. The company organized to put us on the next bus and we still arrived in time. Excellent service and very luxurious bus.
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Dec 12, 2024
AG
The bus was 1h late.
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 1, 2024
JS
Instead of the booked van we got picked up by a big tour bus 20 minutes late. The bus started then to drive around Hanoi old town to pick up more people from their hotels. So we eventually left Hanoi about one hour late. The drive was ok and we actually made up some of the delay until we stopped at a pearl souvenir shop shortly before Ha Long bay for half an hour half an hour. Eventually we arrived one hour late. Annoyingly this was not caused by the traffic bus by poor organisation by the operator (Vehicle not as advertised, late departure, stop at souvenir shop)
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Aug 16, 2023
JV
The bus was too late and than they made a break about half an hour at some pearl store where it seems like they shuttle every tourist to. At least they brought as directly to our check in at the Harbour.
Hanoi to Halong Bay, Bus Ford 16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Apr 25, 2023
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Hanoi to Halong Bay Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Sleeper
01:05
06:10
$7.58
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Sleeper
01:32
06:37
$7.58
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Double Cabin 22
01:58
07:03
$17.06
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Double Cabin 22
02:15
07:20
$17.06
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Double Cabin 22
02:35
07:40
$17.06
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Limousine 11
03:00
06:00
$9.86
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Limousine 11
03:16
06:16
$9.86
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Double Cabin 22
03:40
08:45
$17.06
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Limousine 11
04:00
07:00
$9.86
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Limousine 11
04:30
07:30
$9.86
Van Don Xanh
Minibus
05:00
07:30
$11.39
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Limousine 11
05:16
08:16
$9.86
Hoang Khoi Limousine
Limousine 11
05:32
08:32
$11.37
Van Don Xanh
Minibus
06:00
08:30
$11.39
Grouptour
Ford 16 Express
06:45
09:45
$7.20
  3.6
Ha Long Travel Limousine
Limousine 10
07:01
09:31
$11.37
Full Moon Travel Asia
Minivan
07:20
10:10
$12.00
Grouptour
Ford 16 Express
07:40
10:40
$7.20
  3.6
Ninh Binh Excursion
Limousine
08:00
10:30
$7.97
Techbus VN JSC
Express 30
08:20
11:20
$6.07

Transportation from Hanoi to Halong Bay

Facts about the bus from Hanoi to Halong Bay

Cheapest Bus$7
Fastest Bus2h 30m
Earliest Bus12:00 AM
Latest Bus10:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes384
Distance100 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAPT Travel Limousine Bus, Arcady Halong Bus, Arirang Travel, Cat Ba Express, Cua Ong Limousine, Daiichi Travel, Daiichi Travel Tours, Daily Limousine, Duy Khanh Transport, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus, Grouptour, Ha Long Xanh, Luxury Van Limousine, New Way Travel, Ninh Binh Excursion, Phuc Xuyen, Rosa Eco Bus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Dragon Express, Truly Hagiang, Van Don Xanh, VietNam Travel Bus, Wego Halong, Xeka Limousine

How to get from Hanoi to Halong Bay by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Hanoi to Halong Bay by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Hanoi to Halong Bay a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How far is Hanoi from Halong Bay?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 100 km between Hanoi and Halong Bay.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Halong Bay by bus?

Buses normally need between 2h 30m and 8h hours to get to Halong Bay from Hanoi. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express) offers the fastest service. Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba) buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Halong Bay by bus?

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Hanoi and Halong Bay remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour) and costs USD 6.16. A Daiichi Travel Tours's ticket will set you back USD 6.16 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

  • If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
  • VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
  • Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
  • If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
  • Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
  • To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
  • As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
  • Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
  • If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.