Bus
Travelling from Phong Nha to Tam Coc 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 Phong Nha and Tam Coc
Asian Bus Travel, Camel Transport, Cua Ong Limousine (Cửa Ông Limousine), Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), Green Trips, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), HK Buslines, Hung Long, Kim Chi 265, King Express Bus, Ninh Binh Footprint, Ninh Binh Interbus, QH Discovery Travel, Queen Cafe Bus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Tan Quang Dung, Tan Quang Dung, Thuan Hung, Thuan Hung, Thuan Hung Nha Trang (Thuận Hưng (Nha Trang)), TP Booking, Travel Holic Bus, Tuan Trinh, 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 Phong Nha and Tam Coc
Mango Travel, T Travel, Vietnam Locals
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.
