Buses from Hoi An to Phong Nha

Buses from Hoi An to Phong Nha

Hoi An
Phong Nha
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Hoi An to Phong Nha Destination Reviews

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Hanane S
One of the best bus i took in vietnam
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Single Cabin, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), Jun 7, 2026
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Aviv M
An hour before the bus time, we got massage about delay of 2 hours. After I chat with them, they booked us at the bus with only 1 hour delay. Since that all was good. But... the bus dropped us not on the place that mentioned at the ticket information, and the taxi driver waiting us in other place. It was 1:30 am, and we are with a baby. So shame !!!
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jun 4, 2026
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Katharina
On the Booking page it seams like every 30 Min a bus is running. I booked one for 8am, but there was no bus. I asked the lady in the office and she said it's everyday the same, the bus is not coming until 9 or later. After she made a call after 9 they told me they have maintenance issues, but I don't believe it, all other guest had bikes 11 as pick up, so I had to wait 3 hours for the bus. If I had known in advance I could check out later and have a nice morning. The driver also made a lot of stops for deliveries and also for Lokals to bring home. The bus was even passing out destination for a private drop off so for us additional 30 Min longer drive....
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 24, Hoang Minh Limousine, Jun 4, 2026
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Ashwini
Excellent bus. Helpful staff and on time.
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Single Cabin, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), May 30, 2026
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Ira C
War alles super
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 24, Hoang Minh Limousine, May 29, 2026
BG
Birgit G
Good bus, left on time and arrived on time. Only know that the space isn't so big if you are larger than 1m60
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, May 25, 2026
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Emily D
We paid for 2 seats which we got for the first part of the journey, however we had to swap buses to a bus with not enough seats. The two of us then had to share one single bed for 5 hours, other people on the bus had to share with random people too.
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus VIP 32 Cabin, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), May 16, 2026
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Chelsea S
Overall, the trip felt poorly organized. My ticket was for 10:30am and passengers were asked to arrive 20 minutes early, so I was there at 10am waiting under the sun in front of the bus. One staff member saw me the entire time and didn’t communicate at all, he was shirtless, taking a nap on the bus, then eventually got off while we continued waiting. We finally departed at 10:45am. During the trip, there were multiple unnecessary stops that seemed to be for personal errands, including picking up a watermelon from someone’s house and stopping to drop off laundry. Near the end of the journey, we also realized we were heading in the wrong direction towards Dong Nghèn until another passenger pointed it out to the driver, who then turned around. We finally arrived around 6:45pm instead of the scheduled 6:00pm.
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 24, Hoang Minh Limousine, May 13, 2026
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Maisie A
Bus itself was spacious and comfortable. We were supposed to arrive at 7am, but they drove like maniacs and we somehow arrived at 5am. The staff were rude, constantly rushing everyone to get on the bus when we were leaving Hoi An as if we were late (even though it was 20min before we were supposed to leave), and then getting all of us off the bus at 5am as quickly as possible so they could drive off. We stopped 2min after leaving because some travellers were fighting to get on the bus (they seemed to have tickets and were told by the WhatsApp operator that this was their bus). They made it on eventually, but only because they fought hard for it - pretty poor organisation. The journey itself was fine, we could sleep and made it from A to B, but the service either end was pretty poor.
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 24, Hoang Minh Limousine, May 6, 2026
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Catherine B
The sleeper bus had the widest sleeping birth so far and the seat lever actually worked so really comfy trip. Best sleeper over our 3 week journey. The pickup location office in Hoi An was a room with seats rather than waiting on the streets so that was nice too. The ticket they sent us had a picture of the pick up location which was helpful
Hoi An to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Camel Transport, May 2, 2026
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Hoi An to Phong Nha Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
04:30
11:30
$15.19
  4.5
HM Happycar
Cabin 24
05:35
13:05
$18.99
Sapa Discovery Travel
Budget Sleeper
06:00
13:00
$21.65
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
06:30
12:30
$20.51
  4.0
TP Booking
VIP 22 Sleeper
07:00
14:00
$15.19
  4.3
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 20
07:25
14:10
$15.55
Hoang Minh Limousine
Cabin 24
08:00
15:30
$15.19
  4.5
Hoang Minh Limousine
Cabin 24
08:30
16:00
$15.19
  4.5
Hoang Minh Limousine
Cabin 24
09:00
16:30
$13.48
  4.6
Hoang Minh Limousine
Cabin 24
09:30
17:00
$13.48
  4.6
Hoang Minh Limousine
Cabin 24
10:00
17:30
$13.48
  4.6
TP Booking
VIP 22 Sleeper
10:20
17:20
$15.19
  4.3
Hoang Minh Limousine
Cabin 24
11:00
18:30
$15.19
  4.5
VietNam Travel Bus
VIP Luxury 24 Cabin
12:00
19:30
$15.54
  5.0
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
12:30
19:30
$15.19
  4.2
Viet Nam Travel Bus
VIP 32 Sleeper
12:50
20:50
$20.51
Grouptour
Sleeper 41
13:10
21:10
$15.16
  2.0
Queen Cafe Bus
Sleeper 38
13:30
21:00
$8.74
  4.0
Viet Nam Travel Bus
VIP 34
13:50
21:06
$17.47
Sapa Discovery Travel
Local cabin + Van
14:15
21:30
$14.43

How to get from Hoi An to Phong Nha by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Hoi An to Phong Nha 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 Hoi An to Phong Nha 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 Hoi An from Phong Nha?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 238 km between Hoi An and Phong Nha.

How long does it take to get from Hoi An to Phong Nha by bus?

Buses normally need between 4h 45m and 8h 30m hours to get to Phong Nha from Hoi An. 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, Vin Bus offers the fastest service. King Express Bus 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 Hoi An to Phong Nha 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 Hoi An and Phong Nha remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by King Express Bus and costs USD 15.14. A Cocovip Limousine's ticket will set you back USD 15.14 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.

Transportation from Hoi An to Phong Nha

Facts about the bus from Hoi An to Phong Nha

Cheapest Bus$16
Fastest Bus4h 45m
Earliest Bus4:30 AM
Latest Bus11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance238 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAn Phu Hoi An Travel, Camel Transport, Cocovip Limousine, Cua Ong Limousine, Duc Duong, Duy Khanh Transport, Hoang Minh Limousine, King Express Bus, Queen Cafe Bus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Tan Quang Dung Buslines, Thanh Trung Travel, TP Booking, Travel Holic Bus, Vin Bus