Hanoi to Cat Ba Island Bus

Hanoi to Cat Ba Island bus is a high-quality service provided by Cat Ba Express with a speedboat and takes only 3h 30min, making you enjoy the journey to the best.

Cat Ba Town is about 156km from Hanoi; therefore, travelers have many options to go to Cat Ba. Some take bikes and pay an extra fee to bring them to the island.

Some travel by private car and leave from the mainland at the port to take the ferry to Cat Ba Island. The most hassle-free option is to travel with Cat Ba Express bus, combined with either the Speedboat or the Cable Car.

Hanoi to Cat Ba Island Bus

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Bus Hanoi to Cat Ba Island, provided by Cat Ba Express, guarantees your comfort during the whole trip with personal power outlets, reclining leather seats, extra legroom, no middle seats, and an amiable and funny tour guide fluent in both English and Vietnamese.

Recommend → Cat Ba Island - Lan Ha Bay full-day tour from Hanoi (pick-up 7:00 - 7:30 am) or Lan Ha Bay day tour from Hanoi (pick-up at 6:00 am) at a more economical price.

You can click to book the bus below:

1. Round-trip bus Hanoi to Cat Ba tickets
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6. Hanoi to Sapa bus
7. Cat Ba to Ninh Binh bus
8. Ninh Binh to Cat Ba Island bus
9. Ninh Binh to Halong Bay bus
10. Halong Bay to Ninh Binh bus

Read what people say about Cat Ba Express on TripAdvisor before booking.

Which types of vehicles does Cat Ba Express operate?

• Luxury Limousine: 31 seats.
• Kia Granbird Tracomeco 2024: 45–47 seats.
• Universe Noble 2017: 35 standard seats.
• Universe Noble 2017: 45 standard seats.
• Thaco 2020: 33-seat version modified to 28 premium seats.
• Speed boat: transporting passengers between Đồng Bài Pier and Phù Long Pier (round trip).
• Cat Ba Cable Car tickets (with surcharge).
• Ferry ticket - apply with Limousine.

Itinerary: Hanoi to Cat Ba Island Bus

1. Hotel pick-up if you are staying in Hanoi Old Quarter. Otherwise, please arrive at Cat Ba Express office (20 minutes before departure): No. 214 Tran Quan Khai Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
2. Travel via Highway 5B to Got Speed Boat Terminal (2 hours, including a 15-minute break).
3. Travel to Cai Vieng (Phu Long) from Dong Bai Port by SPEEDBOAT or Cable Car (not ferry) (8 - 10 minutes).
4. Travel to Cat Ba Town by bus (35 - 40 minutes). Drop-off at hotels in Cat Ba Town and Cat Ba Express office - No.191, Road Mot Thang Tu.

Bus from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island timetable

~ 3 hours 15 minutes (excluding 30 minutes pick-up)

Bus to Cat Ba from Hanoi includes

• Bus or Limousine & speedboat or Cable Car.
• Hotel pick-up is in the Hanoi Old Quarter, and the Cat Ba Express Office
• English-speaking guide.
• Water, wet wipes.

​How to book a bus from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island?

Book online with the booking box on this website: Cat Ba Express. We will confirm your booking via Email/WhatsApp/Message as soon as possible.

1. You can book at Cat Ba Express Office No. 214 Tran Quan Khai Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi.
2. Call our hotline to book: +84 84 824 4999 (WhatsApp is available).
3. Send your request to info@catbaexpress.com.

Limousine Bus Picture

Redefining comfort on the journey between Hanoi to Cat Ba, Cat Ba Express Limousine Bus is crafted from the original Thaco 120S 45-seat platform, thoughtfully transformed into an exclusive 31-seat luxury limousine experience.

Step inside and discover a cabin of refined elegance, featuring 100% business-class seats with generous legroom, smooth reclining, and USB & Type-C charging ports – where every detail serves your comfort.

The exterior design is inspired by the vast beauty of the cosmos and the purity of nature, blending modern aesthetics with a calm, sophisticated presence that feels both welcoming and prestigious.

A spacious luggage compartment completes the experience, offering ample capacity for extended journeys and larger suitcases – ensuring every trip is effortless, unhurried, and truly first-class.

Luxury Bus Picture

Arrival in Cat Ba

Public speedboat

Note: - On national holidays and vacations (September 1, 2, 3 and 4; December 30, 31; etc.), surcharge 20% is added

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is Cat Ba Express a reliable option?

Absolutely. Cat Ba Express is one of the most trusted operators for the Hanoi to Cat Ba Island bus route.

The service is well-known for punctual schedules, modern vehicles, and professional staff. Thousands of travelers have shared positive reviews on TripAdvisor, especially praising comfort and speed.

2. How do I receive and verify my ticket?

After booking your Hanoi to Cat Ba Bus, confirmation will be sent via:

• Email
• WhatsApp / Zalo / Messenger
• Official invoice (if booked at the office)

To verify your ticket, call the hotline +84 848 244 999 and provide:

• Full name
• Travel date
• Route
• Booking phone number

Only confirmations from Cat Ba Express’s official channels are valid.

3. How far is Hanoi to Cat Ba Island?

The distance from Hanoi to Cat Ba Island is approximately 150–156 km, including:

• Bus transfer from Hanoi
• Sea crossing by Speedboat or Cable Car
• Final bus ride to Cat Ba Town

4. How long does it take from Hanoi to Cat Ba by bus?

With Cat Ba Express, the total travel time is around 3 hours, 15–30 minutes, making it one of the fastest Bus Hanoi to Cat Ba Island options.

5. Does the Cat Ba Express bus use a ferry?

No. The Hanoi to Cat Ba Island Bus by Cat Ba Express does not use slow ferries.

Instead, passengers cross by:

• Speedboat (about 8 minutes), or
• Cable car (about 10 minutes)

Fast, smooth, no waiting in long ferry queues. Simple as that.

6. What is the child policy on the Cat Ba Express Bus?

• Children 1–4 years old and under 1 meter may sit with an adult free of charge
• If a separate seat is requested, the child ticket equals the adult price
• Children over 1 meter must have a ticket for the speedboat or cable car

7. Is hotel pickup available in Hanoi?

Yes – but smartly done.

Cat Ba Express offers free pickup at hotels in Hanoi Old Quarter, plus:

• Aeon Mall Long Biên
• Cat Ba Express Office: 214 Tran Quang Khai Street, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi

We do not provide door-to-door pickup citywide to avoid delays and keep ticket prices reasonable.

8. Does the bus drop off at hotels in Cat Ba Island?

Yes. The Hanoi to Cat Ba Island Bus drops passengers at hotels in Cat Ba Town or the nearest accessible point.

Special notes:

Flamingo Cat Ba Resort:

• Peak season: drop-off ~200m away (hotel buggy available)
• Low season: direct lobby drop-off

MGallery Cat Ba: drop-off at slope entrance (~150m).

9. Can I bring pets on the bus?

No. For safety and comfort reasons, pets are not allowed on the Bus Hanoi to Cat Ba Island. If a pet-friendly service is introduced later, it will be announced officially.

10. What luggage is allowed on the Bus?

Each passenger may bring:

• 1 medium suitcase
• 1 small carry-on bag

Please inform us in advance if you have oversized luggage or special items.

Prohibited items include:

• Explosives or flammable materials
• Weapons or illegal goods
• Live animals
• Strong-smelling items (yes, including durian)

11. Why choose Cat Ba Express for Hanoi to Cat Ba Island?

Because it’s:

• Faster than ferry routes
• More comfortable than public transport
• Direct, reliable, and well-organized

In short: less stress, more vacation.

Thank you!

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