Hanoi to Ha Long Bay
Private transfer Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: $110 sedan, $125 7-seater, $205 16-seat van, $200 Premium — per car, one way. 165 km, about 2 h 30 min. Driver, fuel and tolls included; 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver, or 100% online (under $100: in full); full refund if cancelled 24 h+ before pickup. Prices checked .
Hanoi to Ha Long is about 165 km on the expressway via Hai Phong: 2.5–3 hours to the Tuan Chau or Bai Chay cruise ports and hotels. Most cruises board around noon, so a 8:00–8:30 pickup in the Old Quarter is typical.
- Distance165 km
- Drive time2 h 30 min
- Pricefrom $110
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6, USD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Vios / Hyundai Accent or similar | $110 ≈ 2,893,000 ₫ | ≈ 55 | ≈ 37 | — | — |
| 7-seat SUV / MPV up to 5 Toyota Innova / Fortuner or similar | $125 ≈ 3,288,000 ₫ | ≈ 63 | ≈ 42 | ≈ 31 | — |
| 16-seat van up to 12 Ford Transit / Hyundai Solati, 16 seats | $205 ≈ 5,392,000 ₫ | ≈ 103 | ≈ 68 | ≈ 51 | ≈ 34 |
| Premium (Kia Carnival) up to 6 Kia Carnival or similar premium MPV, up to 6 | $200 ≈ 5,260,000 ₫ | ≈ 100 | ≈ 67 | ≈ 50 | ≈ 33 |
no night or weekend surcharge · return — price of the reverse route · entrance tickets and boat fees not included.
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: every way compared (2026)
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cruise shuttle / limousine bus | not verified | not verified | Partly | Budget, light luggage |
| Local car rental (sedan / 7 / 16 seats) | approx. 1,350,000 / 1,500,000 / 2,500,000 ₫ per car | approx. 2.5–3 h | Yes | Booking in Vietnamese |
| Private car (RideVN) | $110 per car (sedan), ≈ $37 per person for 3 | 2 h 30 min | Yes | Families, luggage, night arrivals, photo stops |
Public transport fares are approximate; check locally. Sources: Taxigo, car rental Hanoi → Ha Long (2026-10-20).
The road
Hanoi–Hai Phong expressway, then the Ha Long–Hai Phong expressway and the bridges into Ha Long city. One rest stop on the way.
Worth stopping
- Rest stop on the expressway (coffee, toilets)
Good to know
- Tell us the cruise company and the port (Tuan Chau, Bai Chay or Lan Ha/Cat Ba side) — they are far apart.
- Coming back the same day? See the Ha Long day trip with the driver waiting.
Included
- Private car and licensed driver, fuel, tolls (expressway and Hai Van tunnel where used), parking
- Driver speaks basic English; Russian-speaking driver on request where available
- Meet & greet with a name sign at the airport, 60 min free waiting after landing
- Short stops on the way for coffee or photos (up to 30 min on transfers)
- Child seat free on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup (multi-day: 7 days)
Who runs your trip
RideVN: Bookings operated by GG Services Limited (Hong Kong). We hand-pick licensed drivers in every country, preferring drivers with experience in tourism.
Drivers speak basic English as standard (enough for pickup, stops and directions); a Russian-speaking driver on request where available (Nha Trang and Phu Quoc more often), confirmed at booking
Hanoi to Ha Long Bay: questions
How much is a private car from Hanoi to Ha Long?
$110 for a sedan, $125 for a 7-seater, $205 for a 16-seat van — one way, per car, tolls included.
Is it cheaper than the cruise shuttle?
Cruise shuttles are cheaper per person; a private car is yours alone, on your schedule, with child seats and luggage space.
Can you pick us up at Noi Bai Airport?
Yes — the drive from the airport is about the same length; tell us the flight number.