Hanoi to Cat Ba Island

Hanoi to Cat Ba Island

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Hanoi to Cat Ba Island Destination Reviews

MG
My departure time was changed to one hour before the actual departure time. This stressed me a bit but everything was communicated super well and the journey was very well organised with enough breaks and a good guide.
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Van Limousine + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Jan 15, 2026
WV
Seats were comfortable. Operators were well organized.
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Cable Car + Luxury Bus, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Jan 8, 2026
A
Terrible service We booked a van transfer from Hanoi to Hai Phong with this company. A car picked us up at our hotel and we got in, trusting that it was the Dahiichii Group company. At no point were we asked to confirm the reservation made through 12Go. Later, we were taken to an office on the outskirts of Hanoi, where we had to wait more than half an hour before being able to board the van we had booked. When it was time to get on, the driver demanded payment for the ticket and showed us a price on his phone. I politely explained that the trip had already been paid for, but he insisted again, this time shouting. It was only when I showed him the ticket—already quite upset by the situation—that he finally accepted it and we were able to start the journey. A very unpleasant and unprofessional experience that creates distrust and is absolutely not recommended.
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Limousine 11, Daiichi Travel, Dec 27, 2025
AO
It was on time and easy.
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Limousine 11, Hai Au (Hải Âu), Dec 23, 2025
LH
Possibility to pick you up if you’re around the Old Quarter. Nice car and english speaking guide during the trip. Little stop during the trip to grab some food (expensive though).
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Express, Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Dec 4, 2025
I
Everything was fine. The tour guide was very friendly.
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Express, Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Nov 14, 2025
HM
Really good and informative, eta was exactly as suggested.
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Cable Car + Luxury Bus, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Nov 13, 2025
IP
only thing is, i booked the cable car, friver explained it'd take a bit longer than speedboat and to switch, that was okay, i got some refund but not the whole difference between bus+speedboat and bus+cablr car
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Cable Car + Luxury Bus, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Nov 10, 2025
HS
Very slow train, speed never exceeds 60 km/h Very shaky. But the seats are comfortable
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Train Soft Seat, Vietnam Rail, Nov 7, 2025
AI
From booking to completion, we can award 5*.
Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, Bus Express, Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Aug 30, 2025
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How to get from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island

Travelling between Hanoi and Cat Ba Island is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi+bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 184.47 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 92.24.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 5 hours to travel between Hanoi and Cat Ba Island depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Hanoi and Cat Ba Island. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 56m. Taxi+bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 40m to reach Cat Ba Island.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island?

Travelling between Hanoi and Cat Ba Island can be as cheap as USD 92.24 if you opt for a Daily Limousine taxi and as expensive as USD 184.47 if you buy a Daily Limousine taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Hanoi and Cat Ba Island ?

  • 5 from Hanoi to Hai Phong starting from 00:00 Hanoi until 00:00 Hanoi

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Hanoi to Hai Phong overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Hanoi and Hai Phong

Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Daiichi Travel Tours, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), Full Moon Travel Asia, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Hanoi and Hai Phong

Daily Limousine

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 58% opted for a bus
  • 21% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 11% chosen flight+Bus
  • 6% chosen taxi+Bus
  • 3% took a train
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island

Cheapest Transport$6
Fastest Transport1h 56m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure6:46 PM
Departures per day5
Distance97 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCat Ba Express, Daiichi Travel Tours, Daily Limousine, Duy Khanh Transport, Full Moon Travel Asia, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus, Grouptour, Vietnam Railways