Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport: Guide to a smooth transfer

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Ha Long Bay boasts picturesque landscapes and vibrant culture (Source: Collected)

Ha Long Bay resides in northeastern Vietnam, while Hanoi is in the center of northern Vietnam. If you are looking for a Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport transfer, this article is just right for you. With essential insights on the distance, route, and available means of transportation, you can rest assured to plan your trip with ease.

1. Distance from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport

There are several airports near Ha Long Bay, such as Van Don Airport in Quang Ninh, Cat Bi Airport in Hai Phong, and Noi Bai International Airport in Hanoi. Among these airports, Noi Bai Airport is the most favorable gateway for tourists returning from Ha Long due to its large capacity, modern amenities, and abundant flight options. 

So, how far is Hanoi from Ha Long Bay? The Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport distance may vary from 167 kilometers to 195 kilometers, depending on the route you take. With this relatively short distance, tourists can easily travel from Ha Long Bay to Noi Bai Airport by road in merely 3 to 3.5 hours.

How far is Hanoi to Ha Long Bay? – Less than 200 kilometers (Source: Collected)

2. Popular routes to travel from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport

The two most popular routes to travel from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport are via National Road 5B (also known as Hanoi – Hai Phong Expressway) or via National Road 18. If you are keen on driving by yourself, make sure to have a real-time map (Google Maps for instance) to navigate the routes more precisely.

2.1. Via National Road 5B

The fastest and most common route to reach Hanoi Airport from Ha Long Bay is via National Road 5B, which covers 195 kilometers within merely 3 hours. For this route, you will start by entering National Road 18 in Ha Long Bay and continue straight for about 33 kilometers. When you are about to reach the cloverleaf interchange between National Road 18 and Hai Phong – Mong Cai Highway, follow the signs to merge onto the highway. From here, keep straight for about 26 kilometers, then join National Road 5B after passing Bach Dang Bridge.

Once you enter National Road 5B, continue straight for roughly 105 kilometers until you reach the interchange between National Road 5B and National Road 1A. At this point, take the right exit toward Bac Ninh and merge onto National Road 5 at the next cloverleaf interchange. Stay on National Road 5 for the next 16 kilometers, then take a right turn to Vo Nguyen Giap Road. Noi Bai Airport is roughly 15 kilometers ahead from this point.

Multiple highways shorten the Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport distance (Source: Collected)

2.2. Via National Road 18

If you seek an alternative route from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport, you can opt for the National Road 18 route, which spans approximately 167 kilometers. Albeit shorter in distance, this route will take you about 3 hours and 30 minutes of travel time, since fewer highways are encounted and you must travel at a lower speed.

For this route, enter National Road 18 from Ha Long City and keep straight for the next 102 kilometers until you reach the cloverleaf interchange between National Road 18 and National Road 1A. From here, take a right turn and merge onto National Road 1A. At the next interchange, take the right exit toward Noi Bai, continue straight for 25 kilometers, then turn right onto Vo Nguyen Giap Road. Follow this direction for the next 4 kilometers and you will find Noi Bai Airport on your right.

Check out the Hanoi to Ha Long Bay guide to plan your upcoming trip!

3. Means of transportation to get from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport

3.1. Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport by limousine bus

With an average ticket price of approximately 315,000 VND, limousine buses are the most recommended means of transportation to cover the distance from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport. Best known for their flexible schedules, quality services, and modern amenities, these 9-seat vans promise tourists a comfortable 3-hour trip. Currently, there are 3 Ha Long Bay to Hanoi bus companies that operate limousine buses on the Ha Long – Noi Bai Airport route, with a total frequency of 18 trips per day. 

Limousine buses boasts modern amenities and quality services (Source: Collected)

You can refer to the below table for more details of each company’s schedule and ticket price:

3.2. Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport by taxi

Taking a taxi from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport is an ideal choice especially for tourists who seek speed and privacy. Tourists can choose between 5-seater cars, 7-seater cars, or 16-seater vans.

• 5-seater cars: Suitable for families or groups of friends with 3-4 members. Fares range from 1,500,000 VND to 1,670,000 VND/ trip.
• 7-seater cars: Suitable for groups of friends with 5-6 members, or small families with kids. Fares range from 1,790,000 VND to 2,050,000 VND/ trip.
• 16-seater vans: Suitable for large groups of passengers such as big families or company trips, etc. Fares range from 2,490,000 VND to 2,780,000 VND/ trip.

All of Noi Bai Airport’s gates are accessible via taxis (Source: Collected)

3.3. Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport by rental car

If limousine buses or taxis do not fit your demand, you still have another option: rental cars. With a wide range of vehicles, from 4-seaters to 45-seaters, rental cars can meet any tourists’ requirements. The price for renting a 5-seater, 7-seater, and 16-seaters is similar the taxi fares, so you can choose either of these two means of transportation for your convenience. However, if you seek a vehicle that offers more than 16 seats, car rental is your only option. You can find a 29-seater bus trip from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport at an affordable ticket price of 3,500,000 VND, and 5,500,000 VND for a 45-seater bus trip.

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*The information in this article is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change over time.

Given the relatively short distance, journeying from Ha Long Bay to Hanoi Airport should be a breeze for any traveler. Whether you are seeking comfort or affordability, our essential guide is at your disposal.

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