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Hue to Tam Coc Destination Reviews
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Darryl V
We booked the 23:15 bus, then we got a message to be at the location at 22:00 and we got picked up around 22:30. Which was in our advantage, but is something to keep in mind while planning your trip.
Bus was very nice, comfy and clean and even had a toilet!
Hue to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Nov 18, 2024
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Julia Z
The pick-up station in Hue is a kind of garage, which is not easy to find. On site, we were confirmed that we were in the right place and were directed to the café next door to wait. You are driven to the VIP bus on site in a minivan. We looked out of the window and saw that the minivan had left without us. The garage was closed and the driver had forgotten us. We contacted the agency, which sent us another driver and drove us to the VIP bus afterwards. Despite the chaos, the service and helpfulness was good and we reached our destination on time. Even though the staff hardly spoke any English, they were friendly and knew how to help us thanks to Google Translater. Breaks were regular and announced. The VIP bus was well equipped, there was a thicker blanket. However, the bus was a little cold.
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Die Pickup Station in Hue ist eine Art Garage, die aufgrund dessen nicht leicht zu finden ist. Vor Ort wurde uns bestätigt, dass wir richtig sind und wir wurden an das Café nebenan zum Warten verwiesen. Man wird vor Ort mit einem Mini-Van zum VIP Bus gefahren. Aus dem Fenster sahen wir, dass der Mini-Van ohne uns losgefahren ist. Die Garage war zu und der Fahrer hatte uns vergessen. Wir kontaktieren die Agentur, die uns einen weiteren Fahrer schickte und uns nachträglich zum VIP Bus fuhr. Trotz des Chaos war der Service und die Hilfsbereitschaft gut und wir haben pünktlich unser Ziel erreicht. Auch wenn das Personal kaum englisch spricht, war es freundlich und wussten sich dank Google Translater zu helfen. Pausen fanden regelmäßig und angekündigt statt. Der VIP Bus war gut ausgestattet, es gab eine dickere Decke. Allerdings war der Bus etwas kalt.
Hue to Tam Coc, Bus VIP Cabin 20, Sapa Discovery Travel, Dec 24, 2023
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Elise E
The journey itself wasn't too bad, but I blame the bus company! I had booked and paid for a top-category bus and they put us on a bus whose tickets were €10 cheaper!
The contact lady also gave me the wrong address for the pick-up point.
What's more, we arrived 1h30 ahead of schedule ... so we arrived in the middle of the night and had to wait a long time before being able to access our Homestay.
I lodged a complaint directly with 12 Go, but still no news.
This review was autotranslated
Le trajet en lui même ne s’est pas trop mal passé mais j’en veux plutôt à la compagnie de bus! J’avais réservé et payé un bus de la plus haute catégorie et ils nous ont mis dans un bus dont les tickets sont 10€ moins cher!
La dame de contact m’avait également fourni une mauvaise adresse pour le pick up point.
De plus, nous sommes arrivés avec 1h30 d’avance sur l’horaire indiqué … nous sommes donc arrivés en pleine nuit et avons du patienter un long moment avant de pouvoir accéder à notre Homestay.
J’ai déposé une plainte directement à 12 Go, toujours pas de nouvelles.
Hue to Tam Coc, Bus VIP Cabin 20, Sapa Discovery Travel, Nov 19, 2023
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Pepijn
Great transfer! Very relaxed and a nice experience. With A/C and a modern toilet on board. The driver is not scared of driving to fast. We arrived 1,5 hour earlier then expected.
Hue to Tam Coc, Bus VIP Cabin 20, Sapa Discovery Travel, Oct 29, 2023
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Hue to Tam Coc 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 Hue to Tam Coc 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 Hue from Tam Coc?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 450 km between Hue and Tam Coc.
How long does it take to get from Hue to Tam Coc by bus?
Buses normally need between 9h and 14h hours to get to Tam Coc from Hue. 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, Sapa Discovery Travel offers the fastest service. Duc Duong 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 Hue to Tam Coc 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 Hue and Tam Coc remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by King Express Bus and costs USD 13.96. A Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh)'s ticket will set you back USD 13.96 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.
