THE SHORT VERSION
Hoi An to Ha Long at a glance.
- From
- Hoi An Hội An
- To
- Ha Long Hạ Long
- Road distance
- About 881 km
- Straight line
- 577 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~11 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ha Long to Hoi An →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Hoi An
Hoi An has a small bus station, but most visitors travel by tourist bus, limousine van or sleeper that collects from hotels or company offices. Da Nang, about 30 km north, is the nearest airport and long-distance hub.
- Hoi An Bus Station · Bến xe Hội An
Local and regional services, mainly towards Da Nang. - Hotel and office pickups
Most sleeper and limousine services to Hue, Nha Trang, Da Lat and beyond board at hotels or operator offices.
Arriving in Ha Long
If you're joining a cruise, check which pier it leaves from. Tuan Chau and the central piers are some distance apart.
- Bai Chay Bus Station · Bến xe Bãi Cháy
Regional and long-distance services. Many tourist vans drop at hotels or piers instead.
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.
- Many Hanoi–Ha Long vans collect from Old Quarter hotels. Confirm pickup time the evening before.
KEEP GOING
From Ha Long, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ha Long
More buses from Hoi An
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hoi An from Ha Long by road?+
About 881 km by road (577 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hoi An to Ha Long take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 11 h 30 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 Hoi An?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Hoi An include Hoi An Bus Station, Hotel and office pickups, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ha Long to Hoi An?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ha Long to Hoi An guide.
Where does the bus from Hoi An arrive in Ha Long?+
It depends on the operator. In Ha Long, services use Bai Chay Bus Station. If you're joining a cruise, check which pier it leaves from. Tuan Chau and the central piers are some distance apart.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ha Long?+
If you're joining a cruise, check which pier it leaves from. Tuan Chau and the central piers are some distance apart.
What kind of bus runs from Hoi An to Ha Long?+
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 Hoi An to Ha Long 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 Ha Long by bus?+
Direct buses from Ha Long include Hai Phong, Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Tam Coc and more. See all connections on our Ha Long 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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