How to travel from Haiphong to Cat Ba, Vietnam
The distance between Haiphong and Cat Ba is around 45km (28 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a ferry which takes around 1hr.
2 routes found
We've found 2 different ways to get from Haiphong to Cat Ba by ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Cat Ba → Haiphong if you're planning a return trip.
Ferry
Take a ferry to Cat Ba.
- Duration1hr
- Departsonce daily
- Typical cost₫187,150($8)
Cat Ba Island Ferry
Car and Ferry
Drive to Dinh Vu then take a ferry to Phu Long then drive to Cát Bà.
- Duration1h 35m
- Departshourly
- Typical cost₫210,545($9)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Haiphong and Cat Ba
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Haiphong to Cat Ba by ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take a ferry which costs around ₫187,150 ($8) and will take around 1hr.
The distance between Haiphong and Cat Ba is around 45km (28 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 42km (26 miles)
It takes around 1hr to get from Haiphong and Cat Ba by ferry.
The quickest way to get from Haiphong to Cat Ba is to take a ferry which takes around 1hr and will set you back approx ₫187,150 ($8).
The cheapest way to travel between Haiphong and Cat Ba is to take a ferry which will typically cost around ₫187,150 ($8) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Haiphong and Cat Ba. We recommend that you take a ferry to Cat Ba. instead which will take 1hr.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Haiphong and Cat Ba. We recommend that you take a ferry to Cat Ba. instead which will take 1hr.
Ferry/Boat travel
Yes there is a ferry service that runs between Haiphong and Cat Ba. The ferry typically takes around 1hr and departs once daily.
Cat Ba Island Ferry run the ferry services between Haiphong and Cat Ba. Ferries run once daily and take around 1hr on average but will vary depending on conditions and travel date.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Haiphong to Cat Ba. We recommend that you take a ferry to Cat Ba. instead which will take 1hr.
The closest major airport to Cat Ba is Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) (HPH) which is approximately 35km (22 miles) from Cat Ba. Van Don International Airport (VDO) (VDO) and Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) (HAN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
No, its not really possible or feasible to drive from Haiphong to Cat Ba. We recommend that you take a ferry to Cat Ba. instead which will take 1hr.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Haiphong to Cat Ba is to take a ferry which takes, on average, 1hr and will usually cost around ₫187,150 ($8).
Compare travel optionsbetween Haiphong and Cat Ba
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Ferry | 1hr | ₫187,150($8) | once daily | 45km (28 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1h 35m | ₫210,545($9) | hourly | 51km (32 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Haiphong and Cat Ba
Ferry operators
Cat Ba Island Ferry
Cat Ba Vietnam
Airports near Cat Ba
The following major airports near Cat Ba offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Vietnam and internationally.
Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)
- Distance
- 35km (22 miles) from Cat Ba
Van Don International Airport (VDO)
- Distance
- 58km (36 miles) from Cat Ba
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
- Distance
- 140km (87 miles) from Cat Ba