Hanoi to/from Phong Nha

It is relatively easy to reach Phong Nha from Hanoi. There are a number of transport options including train, bus and plane. Most bus companies now stop directly in Phong Nha, so this is becoming a more popular option as it saves time on having to transfer in Dong Hoi (closest train station and airport to Phong Nha).

(Please be aware that all suggested bus, train and airline companies, and their agencies, operate entirely independently of Oxalis Adventure. Bear in mind that all information is subject to change as per the transportation company’s discretion, and we accept no responsibility for the service provided by any other company)

BUS TRAVEL

Hung Thanh, Queen Cafe Bus and Camel Travel operate regular services, depart from Hanoi at 6:30 PM, 6:30 PM 7:30 PM respectively.

You can either book in person through your hotel in Hanoi, or telephone/visit their offices.

Hung Thanh Bus
• Address: 162B Tran Quang Khai St.
• Tel: 0976.34.9090 - 0345823004
• Departure time from Hanoi: 6:30 PM
• Arrival time in Phong Nha: Between 4-5 AM the next morning
• Arrival address in Phong Nha: Phong Nha - Ke Bang Tourism Center or Hung Thanh bus office in Phong Nha (opposite Central Backpacker Hostel).

Queen Cafe Bus
• Address: 208 Tran Quang Khai St.
• Tel: +84 24 3903 6036 - 02439283666
• Departure time from Hanoi: 6:30 PM
• Arrival time in Phong Nha: Between 4-5 AM the next morning
• Arrival address in Phong Nha: Thien Phu Hotel

NOTE:

These buses also provide a Phong Nha – Ha Noi route, departing from Phong Nha at 9:00 PM, and arriving into Ha Noi at 6:00 – 8:00 AM. You can buy tickets at their offices in Phong Nha or through your hotel.

TRAIN TRAVEL

Trains are an enjoyable way to travel and see a bit of the countryside. A soft-sleeper cabin is the most comfortable option with only 4 people per cabin, allowing travelers to sit up or lie down. A hard-sleeper cabin does not provide enough room to sit up, and there are 6 beds per cabin. Overnight trains are a good option; you not only get somewhere to sleep for a night but also avoid missing out on another day of adventure.

We recommend the following overnight train from Hanoi to Dong Hoi:

Train No	Departs	Arrives
SE3	07:30 PM	05:20 AM

NOTE:

• Unfortunately, train schedules cannot be guaranteed, so for 1-day tours we advise you to travel directly by bus, arriving in Phong Nha on the day of your tour. If you choose to fly or travel by train, you should plan to arrive in Phong Nha one day before the tour.
• If you do arrive by train on the same morning the tour departs, please make sure you take the SE3 and have private transfer booked with Oxalis Adventure in advance.
• If you plan on traveling to Hanoi on the same evening that you complete your tour, we highly recommend you to take the overnight bus that departs at around 9:30 PM. If the train is your preferred method of travel, you will need to book a private transfer from Phong Nha to Dong Hoi. You can check the train schedule via the Vietnam Railway official website http://dsvn.vn (English/Vietnamese) or contact http://www.baolau.com to book your tickets in advance.
• You will need to book a transfer from Phong Nha to Dong Hoi in advance. We are happy to offer you a private transfer between Dong Hoi and Phong Nha in a 7-seater car for VND 650,000 each way.

AIR TRAVEL

Of course, the fastest mode of transport is to fly direct: Hanoi to Dong Ho is just a 1 hour and 25-minute flight. However, you have to factor in travel time to the airport (1 hour from the Old Quarter). It is best to book in advance with Vietnam Airlines or Bamboo Airways websites. Otherwise, we suggest using the train or bus. Note that if you choose to fly, you will have to book a transfer from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha. We are happy to offer you a private transfer from Phong Nha to Dong Hoi for VND 650,000/one-way/7 seater car and a shuttle service for VND 150,000/one-way/1 pax (6 AM - 6 PM).

Ha Long to/from Phong Nha

Ha Long’s remote location means that you must travel to Hanoi before heading to Phong Nha by bus,train or air.

(Please be aware that all suggested bus, train and airline companies, and their agencies, operate entirely independently of Oxalis Adventure; bear in mind that all information is subject to change as per the transportation company’s discretion and we accept no responsibility for the service provided by any other company)

BUS TRAVEL

Van Luc Tung Bus
• Address: Bai Chay bus station, Ha Long, Quang Ninh
• Departure time from Ha Long: 2:30 PM
• Tel: 0915363377
• Arrival time in Dong Hoi: 5:00 AM
• Arrival address in Dong Hoi: 287 Ly Thuong Kiet, Dong Hoi

NOTE:

• From Dong Hoi, you will need to book an additional transfer to Phong Nha.
• We are happy to offer you a private transfer between Dong Hoi and Phong Nha in a 7-seater car for VND 650,000/one-way and a shuttle service for VND 150,000/one-way/1 pax (6 AM - 6 PM).

Hue to/from Phong Nha

Hue is located just a few hours’ drive from the jungle and caving capital of Vietnam. It is a relatively convenient route with trains and buses offered by a number of companies, as well a private transfer option if you prefer.

(Please be aware that all suggested bus, train and airline companies, and their agencies, operate entirely independently of Oxalis Adventure; bear in mind that all information is subject to change as per the transportation company’s discretion and we accept no responsibility for the service provided by any other company)

BUS TRAVEL

Hung Thanh Bus
• Address: 12 Duong Van An, Hue City
• Departure time from Hue: 4:00 - 4:30 PM
• Arrival time in Phong Nha: 9:00 – 9:30 PM
• Tel: 0905.615.715

Nhat Tuan Bus
• Address: Big C supermarket, 174 Ba Trieu / Hung Vuong - Hue City
• Departure time from Hue: 4:00 PM
• Arrival time in Phong Nha: 9:00 PM
• Tel: 02333606966

NOTE:

• You also have the option of the Tan Nhat Bus, departing from 1A Hung Vuong St (center of Hue City) at 7:00 AM and arriving in Phong Nhaat about 11:00 AM.
• For the return journey, Hung Thanh Bus services leave Phong Nha at 4:00 AM and 7:00 AM from Hung Thanh Bus Office (opposite Central Backpacker Hostel) or at hotels/motels on the main road in Phong Nha

TRAIN TRAVEL

Hue is just a short 3-hour train journey from Dong Hoi and is a popular city to visit before, or after, one of our caving adventures. However, the connections in the late evening or morning are inconvenient, and would have you arriving in Dong Hoi, bleary-eyed, at 2:00 AM or 5:00 AM, making it difficult to check in to any hotel.

We would suggest arriving the day before if you intend to take a train from Hue. This ensures you have plenty of rest before your jungle and caving adventure. Do not forget, if you are traveling on the train to Dong Hoi, you will need to book an additional transfer between Dong Hoi and Phong Nha. We are happy to offer you a private transfer between Dong Hoi and Phong Nha in a 7-seater car for VND 650,000 each way and a shuttle service for VND 150,000/one-way/1 pax (6 AM - 6 PM).

You can check the train schedule via the Vietnam Railway official website: http://dsvn.vn (English/Vietnamese) or contact https://www.baolau.com to book your train tickets in advance.

PRIVATE TRANSFER

We are happy to offer private transfers between Hue and Phong Nha for VND 2,800,000/1 private car/each way. Please indicate the number of passengers when booking a private transfer with us.

If you have any questions regarding transfers, or need help deciding your best means of transportation before or after an Oxalis Adventure Tour, please do not hesitate to contact an Oxalis Travel Specialist.

Da Nang/Hoi An to/from Phong Nha

Da Nang is the biggest city in central Vietnam, with beautiful beaches, mountains and only a 45 min drive from the UNESCO world heritage town of Hoi An. It is a 7 hour train/bus journey between Da Nang and Phong Nha.

(Please be aware that all suggested bus, train and airline companies, and their agencies, operate entirely independently of Oxalis Adventure; bear in mind that all information is subject to change as per the transportation company’s discretion and we accept no responsibility for the service provided by any other company)

BUS TRAVEL

Hung Thanh Bus
• Address: No 105, Ton Duc Thang street, Hoi An and No 28, 3/2 street, Da Nang
• No.28, 3/2 street, Da Nang
• Departure time from Hoi An: 01:00 – 01:30 PM
• Departure time from Da Nang: 02:00 pm – 02:30 PM
• Arrival time in Phong Nha: 09:00 – 09:30 PM
• Tel: 02343831417

Hanh Luyen Bus
• Address: Da Nang Central Bus Station
• Departure time from Da Nang: 10:00 AM and 5:40 PM
• Arrival time in Phong Nha: Varies (Kindly confirm with bus company)
• Tel: 0912173173

NOTE:

• If you are going from Phong Nha to Hoi An by bus, Hung Thanh Bus is also an option which leaves Phong Nha at 04:00 AM or 07:00 AM from Hung Thanh Bus Office, located at Capture Vietnam. However, you will stop in Hue at 12 Duong Van An St for an hour before you continue your journey to Hoi An, arriving in Hoi An at around 01:00 PM or 05:00 PM.
• The Queen Cafe Bus Travel departs Phong Nha between 04:00 – 04:30 AM from Phong Nha Thien Phu Hotel. It arrives in Hue first where you will be transferred to a different bus heading for Da Nang and arriving in Hoi An at around 12:00 – 02:00 PM.
• The Camel Bus Travel departs from Phong Nha between 04:00 - 04:30 AM and 07:00 AM – 07:30 AM from Phong Nha Backpacker Hostel. It arrives in Hue first where you will be transferred to a different bus heading for Da Nang and arriving in Hoi An at around 12:00 - 02:00 PM.
• Hanh Luyen leave Phong Nha at 7:30 PM and you can get tickets at your hotel or the booking office in Phong Nha. They reach Hue at around 12:00 AM, Da Nang at around 05:00 AM and Hoi An at around 06:00 AM.

TRAIN TRAVEL

There is no train station in Hoi An. You will need to transfer to Da Nang first if you would like to travel by train.

We recommend arriving the day before your tour if you are taking the train from Da Nang. This ensures you get a good night’s sleep, and are not arriving too early in the morning. From Dong Hoi, you will need to book an additional transfer to Phong Nha. We are happy to offer you a private transfer between Dong Hoi and Phong Nha in a 7-seater car for VND 650,000 each way and a shuttle service for VND 150,000/one-way/1 pax (6 AM - 6 PM).

You can check the train schedule via the Vietnam Railway official website: http://dsvn.vn (English/Vietnamese) or contact https://www.baolau.com to book your train tickets in advance.

PRIVATE TRANSFER

We are happy to offer you a private transfer between Da Nang or Hoi An and Phong Nha. To and from Da Nang costs VND 3,700,000/1 private car/each way; and to/from Hoi An costs VND 4,400,000/1 private car/each way. Please indicate the number of passengers when booking a private transfer with us.

If you have any questions regarding transfers or need help on deciding your best means of transportation before, or after, an Oxalis Adventure Tour, please do not hesitate to contact an Oxalis Travel Specialist.