Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba

Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba

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Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba Destination Reviews

KB
Seamless. Staff was great. Everything went super easy and according to plan.
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Jan 12, 2026
A
Very easy, the pick up was in the old quarter. Thank you for the guide for all informations.
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 19, 2025
A
Excellent bus services , very polite people
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 17, 2025
ER
Good, clear an fast
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 16, 2025
DK
operator explained everything about the trip and all it's legs. was very helpful and kind. ride was smooth and safe.
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 12, 2025
EK
Perfect organization, very good tour leader
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 10, 2025
HP
Pickup, dropoff fine and journey without any troubles
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 9, 2025
LM
Everything went smooth, trustworthy service.
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 8, 2025
JV
Well organized, good service, very friendly people. Many thanks 🙏
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Luxury Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Dec 7, 2025
AM
Very nice company, clean buses, English speaking staff, very organised and polite. On time and had a complimentary water bottle and small snack.
Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Bus + Speedboat, Daiichi Travel, Dec 6, 2025
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Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Limousine
05:00
10:00
₱1,110
Bus
King Express Bus
Seater
05:30
09:00
₱498
  4.5
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Bus + Ferry
06:00
09:00
₱396
  4.8
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Limousine 11 + Speedboat
06:30
10:00
₱566
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Bus + Ferry
07:00
10:00
₱396
  4.8
Bus
Hai Au
Express
07:20
09:25
₱294
Bus
The Long Travel
VIP 18
07:45
11:35
₱668
Bus
Hai Au
Express
08:20
10:25
₱294
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Bus + Ferry
09:00
12:00
₱396
  4.8
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Limousine 11 + Speedboat
09:30
13:00
₱566
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Bus + Ferry
10:00
13:00
₱396
  4.8
Bus
Hai Au
Express
10:20
12:25
₱294
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Bus + Ferry
10:45
13:45
₱396
  4.7
Bus
Hai Au
Express
11:01
13:06
₱294
Bus
Good Morning Cat Ba Bus
Luxury Bus + Ferry
11:30
14:30
₱452
  4.5
Bus
Hai Au
Limousine 11
11:50
13:55
₱340
Bus
Hai Au
Limousine 11
12:10
14:15
₱340
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Bus + Ferry
12:30
15:30
₱396
  4.8
Bus
Good Morning Cat Ba Bus
Limousine + Ferry
13:00
16:00
₱680
  5.0
Bus
Daiichi Travel
Bus + Ferry
13:30
16:30
₱396
  4.8

Which food is famous in Dao Cat Ba?

Cat Ba is renowned for its fresh seafood and regional specialties, attracting food enthusiasts. Popular dishes include geoduck clam (tu hài), a rare shellfish served steamed or grilled, horseshoe crab (sam), prepared in various ways, such as stir-fried with lemongrass and chili, and green mussels (nghêu xanh), enjoyed with tamarind sauce. Seafood hotpot (lẩu hải sản) is a must-try for groups, featuring shrimp, squid, and fish with fresh vegetables. Visitors can also savor local squid sausages (chả mực) or grilled oysters. For a unique taste, try sea worms (rươi) prepared with rice cakes or porridge, a delicacy in Vietnamese coastal cuisine.

Are taxis cheap in Dao Cat Ba?

Taxis in Dao Cat Ba are moderately priced, but costs can vary depending on the distance and time of day.
  • Short rides within Cat Ba Town usually cost around 20,000–50,000 VND.
  • Longer trips, such as to Cat Ba National Park, may range from 100,000–200,000 VND.
  • Some drivers may charge higher rates for tourists, so consider negotiating fares or using metered taxis for transparency.
  • Motorbike taxis (xe ôm) are often a cheaper alternative for solo travelers.
  • For budget travelers, renting a motorbike offers greater flexibility at around 100,000–150,000 VND per day.

How much time required for Dao Cat Ba?

Visitors typically need 2–3 days to explore Dao Cat Ba, as it offers diverse attractions and activities. Key highlights include Cat Ba National Park, known for its rich biodiversity and scenic hiking trails, Lan Ha Bay, a quieter alternative to Ha Long Bay, ideal for kayaking and boat tours, and the limestone caves like Hospital Cave, offering historical significance from the Vietnam War. Allow time for relaxing on beaches such as Cat Co 1 or Cat Co 2. A day trip may suffice for quick sightseeing, but staying longer enables a deeper experience, including opportunities to explore the local fishing villages and sample fresh seafood.

How to get from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you PHP 22,649 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+ferry which will set you back mere PHP 521.

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

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

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Hanoi and Dao Cat Ba. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 2h. Taxi+bus does a much slower job and take about 4h 40m to reach Dao Cat Ba.

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

Travelling between Hanoi and Dao Cat Ba can be as cheap as PHP 521 if you opt for a Limousine Tam Coc Ninh Binh bus+ferry and as expensive as PHP 22,649 if you buy a Linh Chau Transport 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 Dao Cat Ba ?

  • 234 from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba starting from 05:00 20 Hang Muoi until 17:00 27 Cua Dong
  • 82 by Bus+Ferry from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba starting from 07:00 Hanoi Old Quarter Transfer until 15:00 Hanoi Old Quarter Transfer
  • 11 by Ferry+Van from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba starting from 07:00 55 Duong Thanh until 15:00 Hanoi Old Quarter Transfer
  • 3 from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba starting from 08:00 15 Dao Duy Tu until 15:00 15 Dao Duy Tu
  • 109 from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba starting from 00:00 Hanoi until 14:30 Hanoi Old Quarter

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba 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 Dao Cat Ba

Amazing Vietnam Travel, APT Travel Limousine Bus, Arirang Travel (Arirang Trip), Cat Ba Discovery, Cat Ba Easy, Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Cat Ba Go Easy Limousine, Cat Ba Limousine, Cat Ba Luxury (Cát Bà Luxury), Cat Ba Panorama, Daiichi Travel, Daily Limousine, Full Moon Travel Asia, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), King Express Bus, Luxury Van Limousine, New Way Travel, Ninh Binh Interbus, Sapa Discovery Travel, The Long Travel (Du Lich The Long), Tung Quang Travel, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus)

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 Dao Cat Ba

APT Travel Limousine Bus, Cat Ba Express (Cát Bà Express), Daiichi Travel, Daily Limousine, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Hanoi VIP Transfer, Linh Chau Transport, Mui Ne Private Car, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc), Taxigo vn

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Hanoi and Dao Cat Ba, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Hanoi and Dao Cat Ba

Cat Ba Luxury Trans

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

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

  • 27% opted for a bus
  • 26% bought a taxi ride
  • 13% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 13% chosen taxi+Bus
  • 13% chosen Ferry+Van
  • 3% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 3% chosen Bus+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Dao Cat Ba

Cheapest Transport₱522
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day439
Distance100 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAmazing Vietnam Travel, APT Travel Limousine Bus, Arirang Travel, Cat Ba Discovery, Cat Ba Easy, Cat Ba Express, Cat Ba Go Easy Limousine, Cat Ba Limousine, Cat Ba Luxury, Cat Ba Luxury Trans, Cat Ba Panorama, Daiichi Travel, Daiichi Travel Tours, Daily Limousine, Full Moon Travel Asia, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus, Green Bus Tourist Transport, Grouptour, Hanoi VIP Transfer, King Express Bus, Limousine Tam Coc Ninh Binh, Linh Chau Transport, Luxury Van Limousine, Mui Ne Private Car, New Way Travel, Ninh Binh Interbus, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Taxigo vn, The Long Travel, Tung Quang Travel, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, VietNam Travel Bus, Wego Halong