How to get to Halong Bay from Hanoi ?

Hanoi to Halong Bay .

Halong Bay, in Vietnam, is a must-see site listed as a UNESCO natural heritage site. With its 1,500 limestone peaks covered in tropical forests emerging from the turquoise waters, it offers a heavenly landscape worthy of a postcard.

If you want to have an unforgettable experience in Halong Bay, you are probably wondering how to get from Hanoi to Halong Bay? This article will provide you with tips for the best journeys between Hanoi and Halong Bay, as well as information on the weather in the area.

Located in Quang Ninh province, Halong Bay is 180 km east of Hanoi, very close to the Chinese border. The means of transport to Halong Bay are varied: by “limousine” minibus, by train, by seaplane or by private car.

1. Getting to Halong by local bus or “limousines”

Several local buses regularly serve Halong City in around 4 hours. They often depart from My Dinh bus station and arrive at Bai Chay station. You must then make your own way to the port/hotel. This type of transportation is suitable for those who are on a budget and have time.

As for the minibuses, commonly called “limousines” in Vietnam, they offer great comfort for a long journey with airy space, free wifi, LED screen, bottle of water, etc. They pick you up from your hotel in Hanoi city center and drop you off at the port or your hotel in Halong. They cost more than local buses but are more practical and save you time.

2. Getting to Halong by train

Le train est une autre solution pour se rendre à Halong. Il part de la gare de Gia Lam à Hanoi et arrive à la gare d’Halong. Ensuite, il faut se rendre dans le centre-ville ou au port qui se situe à 5 km de la gare. Bien que le train soit assez lent, c’est une l’occasion pour admirer tranquillement les paysages ! Ce moyen de transport est cependant peu pratique car il y a peu de fréquence.

3. Getting to Halong by seaplane

An original and luxurious way to travel from Hanoi to Halong Bay. It is a fantastic experience to admire the beautiful Vietnamese countryside and discover Halong Bay from a bird’s eye view but its price is expensive. The journey from Hanoi – Halong by seaplane lasts 45 minutes and then you will have a 15-minute ride over Halong Bay which offers you a magnificent view of the entire bay with thousands of limestone karsts and beautiful jade green waters.

4. Getting to Halong by private car

It is one of the best choices thanks to its flexibility, security and quality. You trust a local agency, they will take care of you and you will leave peacefully without stress. Note that all cruises start at noon, the transfer by private car reassures that you will be at the port on time for your cruise.