THE SHORT VERSION
Hai Phong to Phong Nha at a glance.
- From
- Hai Phong Hải Phòng
- Road distance
- About 517 km
- Straight line
- 366 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~7 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Phong Nha to Hai Phong →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Hai Phong
Hai Phong is a port city east of Hanoi and a gateway to Cat Ba Island. It has several bus stations serving different directions, and frequent buses and limousine vans run to Hanoi.
- 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.
Arriving in Phong Nha
Overnight buses from Hanoi often arrive very early in the morning. Check that someone can let you into your accommodation.
- Village stops in Phong Nha (Son Trach)
Sleeper buses stop on the main road. Some companies stop at their partner hotels.
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.
- Dong Hoi, about 45 km away, has the nearest airport and train station.
- Cave tours often need advance booking in busy months.
KEEP GOING
From Phong Nha, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phong Nha
More buses from Hai Phong
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hai Phong from Phong Nha by road?+
About 517 km by road (366 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hai Phong to Phong Nha take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 7 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Hai Phong?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Hai Phong include Niem Nghia, Lac Long, Cau Rao and Vinh Niem stations, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Phong Nha to Hai Phong?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phong Nha to Hai Phong guide.
Where does the bus from Hai Phong arrive in Phong Nha?+
It depends on the operator. In Phong Nha, services use Village stops in Phong Nha (Son Trach). Overnight buses from Hanoi often arrive very early in the morning. Check that someone can let you into your accommodation.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Phong Nha?+
Overnight buses from Hanoi often arrive very early in the morning. Check that someone can let you into your accommodation.
What kind of bus runs from Hai Phong to Phong Nha?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Hai Phong to Phong Nha 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 Phong Nha by bus?+
Direct buses from Phong Nha include Dong Hoi, Hue, Da Nang, Hoi An, Ninh Binh and more. See all connections on our Phong Nha bus page.
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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