THE SHORT VERSION
Pu Luong to Mai Chau at a glance.
- From
- Pu Luong Pù Luông
- To
- Mai Chau Mai Châu
- Road distance
- About 52 km
- Straight line
- 29 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~60 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Mai Chau to Pu Luong →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Pu Luong
Pu Luong is a nature reserve of terraced valleys and stilt-house villages about 4–5 hours from Hanoi. Shared limousine vans run daily from Hanoi's Old Quarter, often via Mai Chau.
- Homestay drop-offs
Most vans drop at or near your homestay; there's no bus station.
Arriving in Mai Chau
Arrange the last stretch to your homestay in advance if it's outside town.
- Mai Chau town stops
Most services stop in the town or at partner homestays.
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.
- Hanoi buses for this area often use the south-western terminals.
KEEP GOING
From Mai Chau, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Mai Chau
More buses from Pu Luong
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pu Luong from Mai Chau by road?+
About 52 km by road (29 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pu Luong to Mai Chau take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 60 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 Pu Luong?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Pu Luong include Homestay drop-offs, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Mai Chau to Pu Luong?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Mai Chau to Pu Luong guide.
Where does the bus from Pu Luong arrive in Mai Chau?+
It depends on the operator. In Mai Chau, services use Mai Chau town stops. Arrange the last stretch to your homestay in advance if it's outside town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Mai Chau?+
Arrange the last stretch to your homestay in advance if it's outside town.
What kind of bus runs from Pu Luong to Mai Chau?+
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 Pu Luong to Mai Chau 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 Mai Chau by bus?+
Direct buses from Mai Chau include Ninh Binh, Hanoi, Tam Coc, Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Son La and more. See all connections on our Mai Chau 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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