How to Get from Hanoi to Cao Bang?

Cao Bang is a province in the northeastern region of Vietnam, around 300km from Hanoi. This region is known for its spectacular natural displays, including majestic mountains that attract tourists worldwide. Moreover, Cao Bang also boasts various historical places, which makes it a popular destination for holiday trips. If you plan to travel from Hanoi to Cao Bang, you can use various transportation to get there.

1. Hanoi to Cao Bang by local bus

Currently, there are two types of buses from Hanoi to Cao Bang: seat bus and sleeping bus. Mostly the buses depart from My Dinh bus station. About 22 buses are starting daily from 5.00 AM to 9.00 PM.

• Price: 170.000 – 200.000 VND/pax
• Travel time: 7 – 8 hours
• Schedule: 5.00 AM – 9.00 PM
• Advantages: low cost, safe
• Disadvantages: Passengers need to take a taxi from the airport to the bus station and then from the Cao Bang bus station to their hotel or destination. However, there is a risk of missing the travel plan if the bus breaks down. Furthermore, it may be difficult to communicate with the driver to ensure getting off at the right place, which could result in getting lost. Because of these uncertainties, not many tourists choose to take the local bus.

>>> Reference to book the bus: vexere.com
or directly bus companies at bus station such as: Hien Loi, Thanh Ly, Khanh Hoan

2. Hanoi to Cao Bang by high-quality bus

Recently, high–quality buses have become the favorite means of transportation and are considered VIP buses for the Hanoi to Cao Bang route. Only nine seats in the bus are designed and easily controlled for the most comfortable, like sofas. Other facilities include Wi-Fi, USB ports, and reading lamps, which make the passengers comfortable and feel as if they are at home.

• Price: 250.000 – 300.000 VND/pax
• Travel time: 6-7 hours
• Time schedule: from 6.15 AM – 17.30 daily
• Advantages: clean and nice buses, No stops on the way to take more passengers, and the routes are guaranteed.
• Disadvantage: Not proactive in time and still have to take a taxi to the pick-up point.

>>> Reference to book the high quality bus: vexere.com
Or directly with the bus companies:
Duc Huong Limousine
Tel: 0886506666
Price: 350.000 - 400.000 VND/pax
Travel time: 6-7 hours
Time schedule: From 7.30 AM and 2.00 PM daily 

Duc Ngoc Limousine
Tel: 0335.30.33.88
Price: 400.000 VND/pax
Travel time: 6-7 hours
Time schedule:  6.30 AM – 9.00 AM – 12.00 PM – 4.00 PM – 5.30 PM

3. Hanoi to Cao Bang by taxi

This transportation is convenient for commuting, but not recommended for mountainous terrain as the vehicle is not equipped for it. Additionally, the driver may not have enough experience driving in such conditions. Moreover, the cost of this mode of transportation is higher compared to private cars and can be significantly more expensive if you choose the wrong taxi. As a result, not many tourists opt for this kind of transfer. The average price for this mode of transportation is around 3,500,000 VND per way.

4. Hanoi to Cao Bang by motorbike

This vehicle greatly interests many young people, especially those seeking adventurous and thrilling experiences. However, riding from Hanoi to Cao Bang requires good preparation, good health and riding skills, and a good motorbike. This route is complicated with steep passes, winding roads, and heavy traffic. It is advisable to carry motorbike repair tools, as there are not many repair shops along the way.

• Motorbike rental: 12 – 15 USD/day. Not included gasoline
• Travel route: could be 2 ways:
  - From Hanoi to National Road 3 – Thai Nguyen – Bac Kan: This route is not really good with many narrow bad roads, but it has spectacular views with Giang and Gio passes
  - From Hanoi to Lang Son, passing through Cao Bang. The only bad sections are in Na Sam and That Khe.
• Travel time: 7 hours
• Advantages: Proactive in time, low cost, could stop anywhere on the way for photos and enjoy the beautiful landscapes
• Disadvantages: Really tired for 7-8 hour riding. For amateurs, this is dangerous as there are a lot of bends and edges as well as big trucks

>>> Reference to rent motorbike in Hanoi:

Flamingo Travel:
Add: 66 Dao Duy Tu str, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Tel: +84.912.214.554 
Web: https://flamingotravel.com.vn/

Motogo
Add 1: 1081 Hong Ha, Chuong Duong, Hoan Kiem, Hanoi
Add 2: 81 Nguyen Kha Trac, Mai Dich, Cau Giay, Hanoi
Tel: 0966 456 969
Web: Motogo.vn

5. Hanoi to Cao Bang by private car

A private car is an excellent option for traveling long distances within 7 hours from Hanoi to Cao Bang. To fully explore the beauty of Cao Bang, tourists should plan to spend at least 2-3 days there. It is highly recommended that you hire a professional driver or tour guide knowledgeable about the destinations to ensure you can visit all the beautiful places in Cao Bang.

• Travel time: 7 hours
• Price: 2.000.000 VND/day ( for at least 2 day trip)
• Advantages: Proactive in time, safe, and your travel routes are guaranteed, private space, no wasting time for waiting.
• Disadvantages: High cost than other public transportation.

>>>Reference to book the private car from Hanoi to Cao Bang

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