Route overview

Option 1: Bus

Route: Hue Phong Nha

Duration: 4,5 hours
Costs: 150.000 VND (€6)

There are several direct buses from Hue to Phong Nha. And even better, there is the DMZ bus stops at the Vinh Moc Tunnels and Ben Hai River.

There is also a public bus leaving from Hue to Phong Nha one time a day at 11:30, but we do not recommend this option. Bus drivers charge tourists 150.000 VND (€6), what is the same price for less comfort compared to the private bus. We recommend to travel with DMZ bus company and book the one including a stop at the DMZ.

If you do not want to stop at the DMZ, we recommend booking your ticket online with Hanh Cafe.

See the best options below

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Overview of bus companies

The Sinh tourist bus

The Sinh tourist bus departs from “37 Nguyen Thai Hoc” at 6:30 and arrives at 11:30 in Phong Nha. This is a great option if you wish to visit the Phong Nha Cave in the afternoon. Ask your hotel or local agent in Hue to book your tickets.

Hanh Cafe/Hung Thanh bus

The Hanh Cafe bus operates in partnership with Hung Thanh bus. The bus departs from “49 Chu Van An, Hue” at 16:30 and arrives at 21:30 in Phong Nha.

Queen Bus Cafe

The bus departs from Queen Cafe Bus Office in Hue and arrives at 21:30 at the main street in Phong Nha.

DMZ bus with stop at DMZ

The DMZ bus including a stop at the DMZ, leaves at 14:00 from the DMZ bar and arrives around 21:00 in Phong Nha. The cost of 500.000 VND (€19) include the entrance fees and a local guide. This is a great opportunity to explore to DMZ, but unfortunately not always available

DMZ bus without stop at DMZ

Same departure time at 14:00 from DMZ bar, but arrives a few hours earlier at 18:30 in Phong Nha.

Option 2: Train + Bus

Route: Hue Dong Hoi Phong Nha

Duration: 4,5 hours
Costs: 163.000 VND (€6)

When you want to travel by train to Phong Nha you have to book a train from Hue to Dong Hoi (not Dong Ha!).

Dong Hoi train station is 40km south of Phong Nha and takes about 1,5 hour by bus or taxi to Phong Nha.

Train: Hue Dong Hoi

Duration: 3 hours
Costs: 103.000 VND (€4)

We recommend taking train SE10, leaving at 13:05 in Hue and arriving 16:04 in Dong Hoi. With this train, you can still take one of the two last public buses leaving at 16:00 or 17:00 to Phong Nha.

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Bus: Dong Hoi Phong Nha

Duration: 1-1,5 hours
Costs: 60.000 VND (€2)

You can walk (15min) or take a taxi from the railway station in Dong Hoi. A taxi costs just 25.000 VND (€0,90) and won’t take more than 5min.

From this bus station can catch the local bus to Phong Nha for 35.000 VND (€1,30). This bus ride to Phong Nha takes about 1,5 hour. A more expensive but faster alternative is to take a taxi to Phong Nha.

See From Dong Hoi to Phong Nha for more details.

My favourite places to stay in Phong Nha

Thao Nguyen Homestay

Thanks to the great hospitality of the family, this homestay will feel like your home. After a day of trekking you can take a dive in the pool or sit back and relax with a Netflix movie. The homestay is located right in front of the bus stop in the center of Phong Nha. Rooms with mountain views already start from €19,- including an outstanding breakfast!

Bonus: Free cancellation policy till the last day!

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Phong Nha Rustic Home

Want a more unique experience? The interior of Phong Nha Rustic Home creates a real rustic feel which makes you feel one with nature. It's located outside the city center, but you can use their free-bicycle rental to explore the National Parks or get to the center. Rooms start from €22.

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