THE SHORT VERSION
Ha Long to Cao Bang at a glance.
- From
- Ha Long Hạ Long
- To
- Cao Bang Cao Bằng
- Road distance
- About 311 km
- Straight line
- 210 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Cao Bang to Ha Long →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ha Long
Ha Long is the city on Ha Long Bay. Buses and limousine vans from Hanoi drop at Bai Chay, hotels, or the cruise and ferry piers, depending on the service.
- Bai Chay Bus Station · Bến xe Bãi Cháy
Regional and long-distance services. Many tourist vans drop at hotels or piers instead.
Arriving in Cao Bang
Many limousine vans from Hanoi drop at hotels in town. Ban Gioc and the border area are a further drive, so arrange onward transport locally.
- Cao Bang Bus Station · Bến xe Cao Bằng
Long-distance and regional services, including Hanoi.
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.
- Roads in the far north are winding. Allow extra time, especially after heavy rain.
- Some Ha Giang Loop itineraries continue to Cao Bang. Check whether your bus runs that way.
KEEP GOING
From Cao Bang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Cao Bang
More buses from Ha Long
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ha Long from Cao Bang by road?+
About 311 km by road (210 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ha Long to Cao Bang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 45 min 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 Ha Long?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ha Long include Bai Chay Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Cao Bang to Ha Long?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Cao Bang to Ha Long guide.
Where does the bus from Ha Long arrive in Cao Bang?+
It depends on the operator. In Cao Bang, services use Cao Bang Bus Station. Many limousine vans from Hanoi drop at hotels in town. Ban Gioc and the border area are a further drive, so arrange onward transport locally.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Cao Bang?+
Many limousine vans from Hanoi drop at hotels in town. Ban Gioc and the border area are a further drive, so arrange onward transport locally.
What kind of bus runs from Ha Long to Cao Bang?+
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 Ha Long to Cao Bang 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 Cao Bang by bus?+
Direct buses from Cao Bang include Ha Giang, Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Hanoi, Hai Phong, Ninh Binh and more. See all connections on our Cao Bang bus page.
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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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