Buses from Tam Coc to Phong Nha

Buses from Tam Coc to Phong Nha

Tam Coc
Phong Nha
Thu, Sep 17
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Tam Coc to Phong Nha Destination Reviews

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Georgina D
Comfy beds quite small though but did get a free bottle of water
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 34, Ha Long Bus Travel, Jul 19, 2026
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Ashley W
The pickup “station” isn’t actually a station and you don’t need to be there 30 mins early to “check in” the pick up point is literally coordinates on the side of the road and someone comes and picks you up and takes you to the bus
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 34, Ha Long Bus Travel, Jun 1, 2026
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Matjaz S
Very poorly organised. We were called to the station 1.5 hours before departure and were told the bus is waiting for us, but the bus there was for andifferent destination. Then the agecy stopped communicating. After the right bus arrived, the personel did not know who they have to pick up, for which deastination. There were 14 of us with the same problem.
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Vin Bus, Apr 30, 2026
GC
Gary C
Comms was not as good as normal. The pick up point was not clear until the night before. The journey was super. A good driver. Arrived early. Stopped 200m passed drop off, which added to walk to accommodation
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Cabin 20, Sapa Discovery Travel, Mar 11, 2026
GA
Gemma A
The cheapness of this bus really saves the rating. The bus was 90 minutes late. The beds are small (around 175cm long). Charging ports did not work and walkways are hard to navigate. Company was responsive when confirming pickup location, and drop off location was central to our final destination
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus Sleeper, King Express Bus, Jan 7, 2026
FS
Friedhelm S
unfriendly staff and many stops because of transporting packages during the tour. Also they field up the gangway with additional passengers. Verry uncomfortable.
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Cabin 20, Sapa Discovery Travel, Nov 27, 2025
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Evelyn
The trip was okay. I would not do it again, since I was not able to sleep that much.
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus Sleeper, King Express Bus, Nov 12, 2025
FS
Francesca S
We got the change to upgrade our bus for a small fee which was nice but I was a bit disappointed that we was told it was 10:30pm and the bus arrived at 9:30 meaning we arrived much earlier. We arrived just before 3 am and was dropped somewhere where there was no taxis and no body around and very dark and rainy. Luckily I was with my boyfriend but if I was alone as a female I would have been very scared walking alone in the rain in the middle of the night. All my luggage was soaked. Something to bare in mind when doing this journey is there are no grabs available early hours in the morning in phong nha
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus VIP 32, Sapa Discovery Travel, Nov 1, 2025
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Tom R
Our bus was moved shortly before the departure time to one hour earlier, and we were told to be available for a shuttle bus one hour before that, so we ended up having to be available 2 hours earlier than we thought we would have at very little notice. The bus took a lot less time than was advertised, which lead to us being dropped off at 3.30am when everything was closed instead of 7am we were due. This kind of defeated the point of getting a night/sleeper, as we were stranded for half the night outside anyway. Facilities were fine as usual and staff good.
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Oct 12, 2025
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Patrick M
Very difficult The time was changed to earlier departure and at the end the bus was more less to late and seems to be overbooked. One guy hat to leave the bus and at the next stop he came back. The transfer itself was with another company called Queen Cafe Open Bus The travel itself was ok. In one cabin the air system was defect and could not be closed. So very cold and noisy.
Tam Coc to Phong Nha, Bus VIP 32, Sapa Discovery Travel, Aug 31, 2025
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Tam Coc to Phong Nha Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
06:30
13:50
$19.29
  3.5
Cat Ba Discovery
Cabin 24
07:30
15:30
$28.93
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
08:30
16:00
$16.67
  5.0
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
09:30
16:50
$19.29
  3.5
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
10:00
17:20
$19.29
  3.5
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
18:30
02:00
$16.67
  5.0
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
19:00
02:20
$19.29
  3.5
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
19:30
02:50
$19.29
  3.5
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
20:00
03:30
$16.67
  5.0
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
20:30
03:50
$19.29
  3.5
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
21:00
04:30
$16.67
  5.0
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
21:30
05:00
$16.67
  2.0
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
22:00
05:30
$16.67
  5.0
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
23:00
06:30
$16.67
  5.0
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
23:30
07:00
$16.67
  5.0

How to get from Tam Coc to Phong Nha by bus

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

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 250 km between Tam Coc and Phong Nha.

How long does it take to get from Tam Coc to Phong Nha by bus?

Buses normally need between 5h and 10h hours to get to Phong Nha from Tam Coc. 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, G8 Sapa Open Tour offers the fastest service. TP Booking 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 Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc and Phong Nha remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Green Trips and costs USD 14.18. A Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh)'s ticket will set you back USD 14.18 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 Tam Coc to Phong Nha

Facts about the bus from Tam Coc to Phong Nha

Cheapest Bus$15
Fastest Bus5h
Earliest Bus7:45 AM
Latest Bus10:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes126
Distance250 kilometers
Bus CompaniesCat Ba Discovery, Cua Ong Limousine, Duc Duong, Duy Khanh Transport, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Green Trips, Grouptour, Kim Chi 265, King Express Bus, New Way Travel, Ninh Binh Footprint, Ninh Binh Interbus, Queen Cafe Bus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Thanh Trung Travel, Thuan Hung Travel, TP Booking, Travel Holic Bus, Vin Bus