Bus Stations in Hanoi
Hanoi is well-connected with other provinces throughout the country.
There is a wide range of choices when it comes to transportation if one departs from Hanoi, the capital city: plane, train, and bus. You can even hire a motorbike if you are confident in your riding skills. However, if you're tired of waiting for check-in at the airport or train station and want to save some money, the bus can prove to be a smart alternative.
One of the most exciting ways to immerse yourself in local life is to travel alongside locals on the bus between provinces. If you want professional services and a precise schedule, consider paying a little extra to book a ticket for an open tour at your travel agent. However, if you don’t mind keeping a close eye on your belongings and sitting among strangers who may not speak your language, just head to the terminals!
There are six main bus terminals in Hanoi that are strategically located at essential gateways of the city:
Giap Bat Terminal (Ben xe Giap Bat)
This bus terminal mainly focuses on south-bound routes to provinces such as Da Nang, Buon Ma Thuot, and Ho Chi Minh City. However, from here you can also catch buses heading to other provinces in Northern Vietnam like Nam Dinh, Thai Binh, Ninh Binh, and Thanh Hoa.
Address: km6 Giai Phong, Hoang Mai, Hanoi
Phone: 0243 664 1467
Popular routes: Hue, Da Nang, Nam Dinh, Thai Binh
Photo: kenhhomestay.com
My Dinh Terminal (Ben xe My Đinh)
My Dinh is one of the largest terminals in Hanoi. With an ideal location on Ring Road No 3, My Dinh station serves bus routes to both northbound and southbound destinations.
Address: No.20, Pham Hung St., My Dinh, Tu Liem, Hanoi
Phone: 0243 768 5549
Popular routes: Hue, Da Nang, Ha Giang, Lao Cai, Lang Son, Hoa Binh
Photo: xeca.vn
Gia Lam Terminal (Ben xe Gia Lam)
This bus terminal primarily services routes to northern provinces like Yen Bai, Tuyen Quang, Phu Tho, Lao Cai, Ha Giang, Lang Son, Hung Yen, Thai Binh, Hoa Binh, and Ninh Binh.
Address: No.9 Ngo Gia Kham, Long Bien, Hanoi
Phone: 0243 982 6529
Popular routes: Ha Giang, Lao Cai, Ninh Binh
Photo: xeca.vn
Ha Dong (Yen Nghia) Terminal
This is the newest terminal in Hanoi, having opened in 2009. You can take buses to Hoa Binh, Son La, and Thai Nguyen from here.
Address: Tran Phu, Ha Dong, Hanoi
Phone: 0243 796 0123
Popular routes: Hoa Binh
Further Readings:
- Buses from Hanoi to Sapa
- Buses from Hanoi to Ha Giang
- Buses from Hanoi to Halong Bay
- Tips for taking buses in Vietnam
- Hanoi City Bus
Getting To Hanoi - Air, Road and Train
Hanoi is connected to the rest of Vietnam and the world by multiple means of transportation.
Getting Around Hanoi - Car, Bus, Bike
Most sights and accommodations are in Hoan Kiem District (downtown), centered around the picturesque Hoan Kiem Lake, and Ba Dinh, Dong Da or Hai Ba Trung districts. Most addresses include a district name. You'll want to plan your travels accordingly because getting from one district to another can be time-consuming. Within the downtown, you can easily walk from a spot to another.
Hanoi Airport (HAN) - Noi Bai International Airport
The main airport that serves Hanoi and many surrounding Northern provinces is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN).
