THE SHORT VERSION
Cat Ba Island to Hai Phong at a glance.
- From
- Cat Ba Island Đảo Cát Bà
- To
- Hai Phong Hải Phòng
- Straight line
- 42 km
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Cat Ba Island
Cat Ba is the largest island in the Ha Long Bay area. Most trips from Hanoi are combined tickets, with a bus to the coast, a ferry or speedboat, and often a shuttle into Cat Ba town.
- Cat Ba town · Thị trấn Cát Bà
Most combined services end in or near the harbour town.
Arriving in Hai Phong
Check your terminal. Hai Phong's stations are spread around the city.
- Niem Nghia, Lac Long, Cau Rao and Vinh Niem stations · Bến xe Niệm Nghĩa, Lạc Long, Cầu Rào, Vĩnh Niệm
Different terminals for Hanoi, Quang Ninh and southern provinces.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Combined bus-and-boat tickets to Cat Ba often connect through Hai Phong. Confirm whether the boat is included.
KEEP GOING
From Hai Phong, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Hai Phong
More buses from Cat Ba Island
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Cat Ba Island to Hai Phong take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Cat Ba Island?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Cat Ba Island include Cat Ba town, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Hai Phong to Cat Ba Island?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Hai Phong to Cat Ba Island as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Cat Ba Island arrive in Hai Phong?+
It depends on the operator. In Hai Phong, services use Niem Nghia, Lac Long, Cau Rao and Vinh Niem stations. Check your terminal. Hai Phong's stations are spread around the city.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Hai Phong?+
Check your terminal. Hai Phong's stations are spread around the city.
What kind of bus runs from Cat Ba Island to Hai Phong?+
Tickets to Hai Phong usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Cat Ba Island to Hai Phong bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Hai Phong by bus?+
Direct buses from Hai Phong include Ha Long, Hanoi, Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Ninh Binh, Tam Coc and more. See all connections on our Hai Phong bus page.
Does the trip to Hai Phong include a ferry?+
Yes, Hai Phong is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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