What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà is to bus and bus and ferry which costs $55 - $200 and takes 47h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà is to fly and bus and ferry which takes 7h 7m and costs $90 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Cát Bà?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Cat Ba via Luang Prabang - Naluang Station, Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station and Hanoi Good Morning Cat Ba. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 2h.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Cát Bà is 925 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà without a car is to bus and ferry which takes 42h 45m and costs $75 - $110.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà?

It takes approximately 7h 7m to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Cát Bà bus from?

Chiang Mai to Cát Bà bus services, operated by The Transport Company, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Cát Bà bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Cát Bà bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at Luang Prabang station.

Where can I stay near Cát Bà?

There are 259+ hotels available in Cát Bà.

Chiang Mai to Cát Bà - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus and ferry, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà by plane, busferry, bus, ferry, car, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly, bus and ferry
best
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)CNX - HAN
2. Take the busferry from Ha Noi to Cat Ba
7h 7m
$92–264
Bus, bus and ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang
2. Take the bus from Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang to Hanoi Old Quarter
3. Take the busferry from Hanoi Good Morning Cat Ba to Cat Ba
47h 42m
$55–199
Bus, ferry
1. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Nong Khai
2. Take the bus from Vientiane - Southern Bus Station to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Thuong Ly Bus Station
4. Take the ferry from Hai Phong - Ben Binh Pier to Cat Ba
42h 45m
$76–104
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Tuan Chau
2. Take the car ferry from Tuan Chau to Gia Luan - Cat Ba
20h 48m
$157–225
Bus, bus and ferry via Hanoi
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabang
2. Take the bus from Luang Prabang - Naluang Station to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station
3. Take the busferry from Hanoi Good Morning Cat Ba to Cat Ba
2d 2h
$82–211

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) flights

14Weekly Planes

2h 20mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 924.9 km
Duration: 7h 7m

What companies run services between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Cát Bà, Vietnam?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Mai to Cát Bà. However, you can fly to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN), walk to Hanoi Airport, take the bus to Hanoi Hoan Kiem, walk to Ha Noi, then take the vehicle to Cat Ba. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Cat Ba via Nong Khai, Vientiane - Southern Bus Station, Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station, Thuong Ly Bus Station, and Hai Phong - Ben Binh Pier in around 42h 45m.

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