Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave - 5 ways to travel via train, ferry, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave by ferry, bus, bus and ferry, train or plane

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Ferry, bus • 14h 51m

Take the ferry from Hạ Long Bay to Ha Long Bai Chay
Take the bus from Ha Long to Hanoi
Take the bus from Hanoi to Phong Nha Ke Bang

$66 - $98

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Ferry, bus and ferry, train • 16h 24m

Take the ferry from Hạ Long Bay to Cat Ba
Take the bus and ferry from Cat Ba to Ninh Binh
Take the train from Ninh Binh to Minh Le

$81 - $138

Ferry, bus and ferry, bus • 18h 25m

Take the ferry from Hạ Long Bay to Cat Ba
Take the bus and ferry from Cat Ba to Tam Coc
Take the bus from Tam Coc to Phong Nha Ke Bang

$70 - $95

Ferry, fly to Dong Hoi • 10h 56m

Take the ferry from Hạ Long Bay to Cat Ba
Fly from Haiphong (HPH) to Dong Hoi (VDH) HPH - VDH

$101 - $257

Ferry, fly to Danang, train • 13h 58m

Take the ferry from Hạ Long Bay to Cat Ba
Fly from Haiphong (HPH) to Danang (DAD) HPH - DAD
Take the train from Da Nang to Dong Hoi

$105 - $183

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Last updated: April 14 | Data sourced from: ACAPS, OXFORD

Questions & Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave?

The cheapest way to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave is to ferry and bus which costs $65 - $100 and takes 14h 51m.

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What is the fastest way to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave?

The fastest way to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave is to ferry and fly which takes 10h 56m and costs $100 - $260.

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How far is it from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave?

The distance between Hạ Long Bay and Son Doong Cave is 392 km.

How do I travel from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave without a car?

The best way to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 14h 51m and costs $65 - $100.

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How long does it take to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave?

It takes approximately 14h 51m to get from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave, including transfers.

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How long is the flight from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave?

There is no direct flight from Haiphong Airport to Dong Hoi Airport. The quickest flight takes 5h 30m and has one stopover.

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Which airlines fly from Haiphong Airport to Dong Hoi Airport?

Vietjet Air, FlexFlight ApS and Vietnam Airlines offer flights from Haiphong Airport to Dong Hoi Airport.

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Where can I stay near Son Doong Cave?

There are 94+ hotels available in Son Doong Cave. Prices start at $100 USD per night.

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Distance: 392.4 km
Duration: 14h 51m

What companies run services between Hạ Long Bay, Vietnam and Son Doong Cave, Vietnam?

There is no direct connection from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave. However, you can take the walk to Hạ Long Bay, take the ferry to Ha Long Bai Chay, take the taxi to Ha Long, take the bus to Hanoi, take the walk to Hanoi, take the bus to Phong Nha Ke Bang, then take the taxi to Son Doong Cave. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Hạ Long Bay to Son Doong Cave via Hạ Long Bay, Cat Ba, Cat Ba, Ninh Binh, Ninh Binh, and Minh Le in around 16h 24m.

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