Knowing how to get from Hue to Phong Nha - a natural wonder in Quang Binh - is a must, especially if you want to have a smooth trip around Hue and Quang Binh. They are both famous tourist destinations in Central Vietnam. Read on to plan your best trip ever!
1. How many kilometers are there from Hue to Phong Nha?
While Hue is an ancient city of long-lasting treasures, Phong Nha Quang Binh is rising as an attractive destination with a rich ecosystem and many natural wonders, such as Phong Nha Cave, Son Doong Cave, Chay River, and Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park Vietnam.
After exploring Hue, tourists can visit Phong Nha, which is about 210 kilometers away from the center of Hue. It may take approximately 4 hours to travel from Hue to Phong Nha by land. The route is relatively short and easy with many convenient means of transportation available.
2. How to travel from Hue to Phong Nha?
2.1. Hue to Phong Nha by bus
The bus is the most affordable option for tourists to get to Phong Nha from Hue. A bus from Hue to Phong Nha costs about $10 and takes 4 or 4.5 hours. You can choose Hung Thanh and Queen Cafe - two companies of sleeper buses that run between the city center of both destinations.
2.2. How to get from Hue to Phong Nha? By train
If you want a comfortable trip and witness the beautiful scenery on the way, going by train is a suitable option. However, there is no direct train from Hue to Phong Nha. You will need to take a train to Dong Hoi Quang Binh, then go for about 40 kilometers by car, bus, or motorbike to get from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha.
There are daily trains from Hue to Dong Hoi, which take approximately 3 hours and cost from $5 to $7.5. After that, you will need to take a bus to Phong Nha, which normally takes nearly 1.5 hours and $2.
2.3. Hue to Phong Nha by motorbike or private car
Another way to get to Phong Nha from Hue is by motorbike or private car. They offer a door-to-door journey between the two destinations.
While traveling by motorbike is suitable for young people who want to challenge themselves and have a low budget, a private car is better for groups and families. Renting a motorbike costs about $10/day, while renting a 4-seater car costs about $110/day.
The journey to get to Phong Nha from Hue via National Road 1A is 210 kilometers long, which takes approximately 4 hours to complete. You should both use Google Maps and ask the locals to know the exact route, as well as check the weather forecast and prepare all the necessities in advance to reach the final destination safe and sound.
2.4. Coach from Hue to Phong Nha
Many coaches take you from Hue to Phong Nha. They take approximately 4.5 hours, with fares ranging from $4 to $10 depending on the type of coach you choose, such as a 9-seater limousine bus, a 28-seater bus, or a 39-seater bus.
Some popular coach companies are Hoang Long, Phuc Vu, Ecobus-HDB, etc. Their coaches are equipped with air-conditioners, comfortable seats, and spacious and clean spaces, bringing tourists the best experience on the way from Hue to Phong Nha.
You can buy tickets at the bus stations or book them online in advance to avoid tickets being sold out.
2.5. Booking tour Hue to Phong Nha
Besides the four means of transportation mentioned above, tourists can choose a full-package Hue to Phong Nha tour to discover the charming beauty of this natural wonder with convenience.
Many tour operators in Hue offer daily tours to Phong Nha from Hue, including transportation, tour guide service, entrance tickets to some destinations, and meals. You can ask the tour operator to find out the most suitable tour for you.
Besides Phong Nha Quang Binh, from Hue, you can also visit other famous nearby tourist destinations in Central Vietnam with ease, such as Hoi An and Da Nang, which are only 126 kilometers and 92 kilometers away from Hue, respectively.
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There are various convenient ways to get from Hue to Phong Nha - a destination endowed with many spectacular natural wonders. Hopefully, this article will help you get to Phong Nha easily and discover a natural paradise on earth.
