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From the marble mountains and city beaches of Da Nang to the limestone islands of Halong Bay is one of the longest hops in Vietnam. Most travelers take an overnight sleeper bus, or fly to Hai Phong and continue by road. You can compare and book your seat on GoAsia.cc.
Da Nang to Halong Bay by Bus
The sleeper bus is the standard way to make the trip. It takes from about 15 hours, more with traffic and rest stops, and tickets cost about $34 to $51 on booking platforms (October 2026).[1]
Sleeper and Cabin Buses
Standard sleepers have bunk-style berths in three rows. Cabin buses give each passenger a berth with a door or curtain and a USB charger, and they cost more. Take a cabin berth if you want to sleep properly on a 15-hour ride. Some tickets combine two vehicles, for example a sleeper to a transfer point and a smaller bus to your hotel in Quang Ninh.
Da Nang to Halong Bay by Flight
Vietnam Airlines flies once a day from Da Nang to Hai Phong in about 1 hour 15 minutes, with one-way economy fares from VND 828,000.[2] From Hai Phong you continue by road to Halong City. The flight saves you a night on the road when your schedule is tight.
Tips for Traveling from Da Nang to Halong Bay
- Take a cabin berth: A flat bed with a curtain makes a big difference after 15 hours.
- Pack a jacket: Vietnamese buses keep the air conditioning cold, even when Da Nang is hot.
- Ask where you get off: Halong Bay cruises leave from Tuan Chau International Marina or the Ha Long International Cruise Port.[3] Confirm the drop-off before you book, so you do not pay for a long taxi at the end.
- Keep your cruise date flexible: June to August is the stormy season in Halong Bay.[4]
Timetable
| Flight Da Nang - Quang Ninh $ 102.78 7h 45m | |
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| Bus Da Nang - Quang Ninh $ 30.43–80.66 15h – 19h 45m | |
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| Bus Da Nang - Halong Bay $ 38.55 19h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Da Nang to Halong Bay, including current prices and schedules.
The sleeper bus is the cheapest way. Tickets start at about $34 on booking platforms (October 2026).
Fly with Vietnam Airlines from Da Nang to Hai Phong, about 1 hour 15 minutes in the air, and continue by road to Halong. This saves a night on the bus.
The bus takes from about 15 hours, longer with traffic and rest stops. The flight to Hai Phong takes about 1 hour 15 minutes, plus the transfer by road to Halong.
Yes. Cabin buses give each passenger a berth with a door or curtain, which is much more private than a standard sleeper. Choose the cabin class when you book.
Yes, especially for cabin buses, which have fewer berths, and for weekends. You can book online via GoAsia.cc.
Not on the bus. Long-distance buses stop at roadside rest areas where you can buy Vietnamese meals, snacks and drinks, so bring some water and snacks of your own.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Da Nang to Halong Bay. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
- [2] Vietnam Airlines: Book Cheap Flights from Da Nang to Hai Phong. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
- [3] Ha Long Bay Management Department: Ha Long Bay itinerary 1: Tuan Chau International Marina. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
- [4] Vietnam National Authority of Tourism: Weather and climate in Vietnam. Retrieved October 19, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.