THE SHORT VERSION
Tam Coc to Ha Long at a glance.
- From
- Tam Coc Tam Cốc
- To
- Ha Long Hạ Long
- Road distance
- About 186 km
- Straight line
- 147 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ha Long to Tam Coc →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Tam Coc
Tam Coc is a village-resort area about 7 km from Ninh Binh city, known for its river boat trips through karst scenery. Many buses and limousine vans from Hanoi and the north–south sleeper routes drop directly at Tam Coc hotels.
- Hotel and roadside drops
There is no large bus station. Most services stop at hotels or along the main village road.
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 Tam Coc
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Tam Coc from Ha Long by road?+
About 186 km by road (147 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Tam Coc to Ha Long take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 15 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 Tam Coc?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Tam Coc include Hotel and roadside drops, 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 Tam Coc?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ha Long to Tam Coc guide.
Where does the bus from Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc 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), Cao Bang and more. See all connections on our Ha Long 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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