How to reach Phong Nha

Dong Hoi is the gateway city with the nearest airport and train station. Phong Nha town (Son Trach) is about 45km on from there. Pick your starting city for the real options, times and prices.

Hue → Phong Nha

210 km

A tourist bus or a private car. Both take about 4 to 4.5 hours.

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Da Nang → Phong Nha

312 km

Sleeper bus (7 to 8 hours) or the train to Dong Hoi plus a short transfer.

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Hanoi → Phong Nha

500 km

Fly to Dong Hoi (about 1h15) for speed, or take the overnight train to sleep through it.

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Ninh Binh → Phong Nha

420 km

An overnight sleeper bus, or the train to Dong Hoi.

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Dong Hoi → Phong Nha

45 km

The local bus B4 if you're counting pennies, or a quick private transfer.

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Hoi An → Phong Nha

340 km

Sleeper bus from Hoi An direct, or a private car via Hai Van Pass.

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Ho Chi Minh City → Phong Nha

1100 km

Fly to Dong Hoi (about 1h45), then 45km transfer. Don't try the bus.

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Vinh → Phong Nha

290 km

Sleeper bus or train. Allow most of the day.

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Once you've picked your route, see the caves worth visiting or plan the whole trip.

Heading on after Phong Nha? See the leaving Phong Nha page for routes south to Hue, Hoi An, Da Nang and north to Ninh Binh, Hanoi.