Hanoi To Halong Bay Distance
Regarding the distance and travel time from Hanoi to Halong Bay, the question is pretty straightforward. Yet, depending on the pick-up and drop-off points, the length of the route and the time we need to travel can be a little bit different.
Overview
The distance from Hanoi city center to Halong Bay is about 170km and it takes about 2.5 hours to arrive if you follow the latest 5B national highway (also known as Hanoi-Hai Phong Expressway). Alternatively, you can access Halong Bay via national road 18.
Because a majority of visitors come to Halong Bay for a cruise trip, the distance and travel time to major ports are your biggest concern. To visit the Halong Bay area and Cat Ba island, you can access one of your ports namely Tuan Chau harbor, Halong international cruise port, Hon Gai pier, and Got pier.
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Hanoi to Tuan Chau habor
Tuan Chau Marina
Location: Ngoc Chau, Tuan Chau ward, Halong city, Quang Ninh province
Cruises depart from this port: Paradise Elegance cruise, Ambassador cruise, Stellar of the Seas cruise, Capella cruise, Indochine cruise.
Located 8km from Halong city to the southwest, Tuan Chau harbor is the largest port in Halong Bay with a capacity of 2000 cruises at one time. The distance from Hanoi to Tuan Chau harbor is 152km (2 hours and 10 minutes) following the new Highway 5B while it is 154km (3 hours and 45 minutes) to access via national road no.18.
Options to access Tuan Chau harbor from Hanoi
Option 1: Hanoi - Tuan Chau pier via new highway 5B
This is the most effective way of transfer since you will drive on a high-quality road which shortens travel time considerably. From Hanoi downtown, you drive to Chuong Duong bridge then join the new highway 5B and Halong - Hai Phong Expressway to reach Tuan Chau pier after about 2 hours and 10 minutes.
Option 2: Hanoi - Tuan Chau harbor via national road No.18
This option takes a longer time but you do not have to pay tolls. From Hanoi center, you drive to the Sai Dong area then follow national road no.5 to Hai Duong city. Continue to drive on national highway no.18 to Tuan Chau harbor, Quang Ninh province.
Hanoi to Halong international cruise port
Location: no.9 Halong road, Bai Chay Ward, Halong city, Quang Ninh province
Cruises depart from this port: Scarlet Pearl cruise, Dragon Pearl Junk, Dragon Legend cruise
With a capacity of 300 cruises, Halong international cruise port is the newest and popular port for tourists. It is situated in the center of Bai Chay ward, in close proximity to the Sun World entertainment complex. Inside the port, you can enjoy plenty of amenities like restaurants, souvenir shops, fast-food chains, and so on.
Options to access Halong international cruise port from Hanoi
Option 1: Hanoi - Halong international cruise port via highway 5B
The distance from Hanoi to Halong international cruise via highway 5B is 158km which takes you 2 hours and 30 minutes to arrive. From Hanoi Old Quarter, you cross Vinh Tuy bridge to Ring Road 3 then follow the new highway 5B and Halong - Hai Phong Expressway to Halong international cruise port.
Option 2: Hanoi - Halong international cruise port via national road no.18
It is 159km from Hanoi to Halong international cruise port if you choose to drive on national highway 18 and the total travel time is quite long, nearly 4 hours. The drive that takes you through Hai Duong city then Quang Ninh city is the shortest way.
Hanoi to Hon Gai harbor
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Location: Group 1, Zone 2, Bai Chay ward, Halong city, Quang Ninh province
Cruises depart from this port: Paloma cruise, Oriental Sails, Signature cruise, Paloma cruise
Hon Gai harbor is located near Bai Chay bridge. This port serves cruises sailing to Bai Tu Long Bay which is a lesser-known and less touristy bay. Hon Gai is the oldest harbor in the Halong Bay area accommodating up to 5000 passengers.
Options to access Hon Gai harbor from Hanoi
Option 1: Hanoi - Hon Gai harbor via new highway 5B
The total length from Hanoi to Hon Gai harbor via the new highway 5B is 155km which takes 2 hours and 20 minutes to arrive.
Option 2: Hanoi - Hon Gai harbor via national road 18
The second option to reach Hon Gai harbor is slightly longer at 158km and you have to spend around 4 hours reaching the destination.
Hanoi to Got pier
Location: 356 Road, Cat Hai district, Hai Phong city
Cruises depart from this port: Mon Cheri cruise, Peony cruise, Orchid cruise, Sena cruise, Era cruise.
Located in the Cat Hai district, Got pier is an important port that connects Hai Phong city and Cat Ba island (the biggest island in the Halong Bay area). Got pier is the top choice if you want to explore Lan Ha Bay and Cat Ba island. Additionally, local people and tourists from Hai Phong city also choose to access Cat Ba Island.
Option to access Got pier from Hanoi
Option 1: Hanoi to Got pier via new highway 5B
The distance between Hanoi and Got pier is 126km and you have to spend around 2 hours and 5 minutes for this journey. From Hanoi downtown, you get to Chuong Duong bridge then Co Linh street to access highway 5B. After that, follow the Tan Vu - Lach Huyen bridge to reach Got pier in the Cat Hai district.
In summary
Itinerary | Route | Distance | Travel time |
Hanoi - Tuan Chau harbor | New highway 5B | 152km | 2 hours 10 minutes |
National road 18 | 154km | 3 hours 45 minutes | |
Hanoi - Halong international cruise port | New highway 5B | 158km | 2 hours 30 minutes |
National road 18 | 159km | 4 hours | |
Hanoi - Hon Gai pier | New highway 5B | 155km | 2 hours 20 minutes |
National road 18 | 158km | 4 hours | |
Hanoi - Hon Gai pier | New highway 5B | 126km | 2hours 5 minutes |
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