Different Ha Long City bus services let you explore the city in Northern Vietnam, as they are an important part of the public transport system serving locals and visitors of the city. Public buses let you travel around the city in the most affordable way, while a tourist-friendly Ha Long hop-on hop-off bus is the best choice for sightseeing. Many popular destinations in Vietnam can also be reached by bus from Ha Long City, as there are many intercity bus routes starting in the city.
Discover Ha Long bus services with public and tourist city bus routes, as well as the most popular Vietnam destinations that can be reached by bus from Ha Long City.
Ha Long City Hop-on Hop-off Bus
If you are looking for the most convenient way to explore the city's main attractions by bus, choose a Ha Long Hop-On Hop-Off Bus that lets you see the most famous landmarks in the city at your own pace.
To explore the city's main attractions by bus, get yourself a Ha Long City Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Ticket for 24 hours.
Intercity Buses from Ha Long
Intercity buses are the most affordable way to get from Ha Long to various destinations. These buses are connecting Ha Long Bay with other popular destinations in Northern Vietnam and Central Vietnam.
To compare different transportation options for a trip from Ha Long City, use this search form. Otherwise, explore the most popular intercity bus routes and their timetables below.
Popular Intercity Bus Routes
The most popular intercity bus routes from Ha Long and timetables for each type of bus are listed below.
Hanoi
Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam, is located on the banks of the Red River in the northern region of the country. Being one of the most ancient capitals in the world, the city has many points of interest that attract large crowds of tourists. Hanoi is the main transportation hub in northern Vietnam, with many buses going there from Ha Long.
| Bus Quang Ninh - Gia Lam $ 13.87 3h | |
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| Bus Quang Ninh - Hanoi $ 7.04–24.37 2h 30m – 4h | |
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| Bus Quang Ninh - Noi Bai Airport $ 5.72–29.35 3h – 5h 30m | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Noi Bai Airport $ 22.25 3h 15m | |
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Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh, a city in the Red River Delta, is another popular tourist destination in Northern Vietnam that can be reached by bus from Ha Long. It is locally known as ‘Halong Bay on Land’ thanks to its magical riverine landscape, with sheer limestone mountains rising up from the paddies.
| Bus Halong Bay - Ninh Binh $ 10.26–14.05 3h 30m – 4h 45m | |
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| Bus Quang Ninh - Ninh Binh $ 9.12–17.50 3h 45m – 4h 30m | |
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Sapa
Sapa in Lao Cai Province is a famous tourist destination with many natural and cultural attractions. It is home to the highest peak in Vietnam, Fansipan Mountain, terraced rice fields, villages of ethnic minorities, waterfalls, and much more. There are several bus companies offering travel from Ha Long to Sapa.
| Bus Quang Ninh - Sapa $ 16.50–37.55 8h – 10h 30m | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Sapa $ 22.39–30.35 8h 55m – 10h 30m | |
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| Bus Quang Ninh - Lao Cai $ 21.67–29.03 10h | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Lao Cai $ 21.67–29.03 10h | |
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Hai Phong
Hai Phong is one of the important commercial and industrial centers in northern Vietnam. The province is also a popular destination, as it's home to the Cat Ba archipelago with many pristine islands, beautiful landscapes, and diverse ecosystems. Cat Ba Island is a starting point of cruises to Lan Ha Bay, which is similar to Halong Bay. From Ha Long, you can travel by bus to Hai Phong City or take a bus going all the way to Cat Ba.
| Bus Quang Ninh - Hai Phong $ 9.10–25.28 1h – 3h 10m | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Hai Phong $ 7.31–14.62 1h – 3h | |
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| Bus Quang Ninh - Dao Cat Ba $ 11.92–13.14 2h – 3h | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Dao Cat Ba $ 13.00–13.14 2h | |
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Hue
Hue is the former imperial capital of Vietnam. Located in the central part of the country, the ancient city was home to the emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty in the 19th century. As it's a popular tourist destination, you can take a bus from Ha Long to Hue. The journey is long, so night buses are the most popular on this route.
| Bus Quang Ninh - Hue $ 21.85–48.75 12h – 17h | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Hue $ 21.85–30.33 14h 30m – 19h | |
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Da Nang
Da Nang is a popular resort city, which is also the gateway to central Vietnam. Three world-famous heritage sites, such as Hue Imperial Capital, My Son Sanctuary, and Hoi An Ancient Town, are close to Da Nang, making the city a perfect base for exploring the area. You can take a bus from Ha Long to Da Nang, but expect a long journey.
| Bus Quang Ninh - Da Nang $ 45.40 17h | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Da Nang $ 53.02 21h 10m | |
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Hoi An
Hoi An, nestled along the romantic Hoai River, is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Vietnam, as the ancient town of Hoi An is recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site. You can take a bus from Hai Long all the way to Hoi An.
| Bus Halong Bay - Hoi An $ 28.45–49.79 18h 30m – 1d 1h 20m | |
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| Bus Quang Ninh - Hoi An $ 27.08–57.78 15h – 20h | |
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Ha Giang
Ha Giang, the northernmost province in Vietnam, is home to some of the most breathtaking landscapes in the country. There are tourist buses that can bring you from Hai Long to the city, which is home to the famous Ha Giang Loop.
| Bus Quang Ninh - Ha Giang $ 19.63–34.67 8h – 11h | |
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| Bus Halong Bay - Ha Giang $ 23.83–34.57 8h 20m – 11h | |
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Other Vietnam Bus Services
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