How to travel from Lao Cai to Phú Quốc, Vietnam
The distance between Lao Cai and Phú Quốc is around 1,518km (943 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 6h 45m.
4 routes found
We've found 4 different ways to get from Lao Cai to Phú Quốc by bus, plane, train, ferry and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Phú Quốc → Lao Cai if you're planning a return trip.
Bus and Plane
Take the bus to Hanoi Airport then fly from Noi Bai International (HAN) to Phu Quoc (PQC).
- Duration6h 45m
- Flight time2hrs
- Typical cost₫2,082,065($89)
Multiple operators
1 similiar route
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Bus, Train and Ferry
Take the bus to Hanoi Airport then take the train to Ho Chi Minh City then take the bus to Rach Gia Kien Giang then take a ferry to Phu Quoc.
- Duration2 days 1h
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost₫2,175,640($95)
Multiple operators
Car and Ferry
Drive to Ha Tien then take a ferry to Phu Quoc.
- Duration1 day 5h
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost₫5,310,440($225)
Multiple operators
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Lao Cai and Phú Quốc
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Lao Cai to Phú Quốc by bus, plane, train, ferry and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus and then fly which costs around ₫2,082,065 ($89) and will take around 6h 45m.
The distance between Lao Cai and Phú Quốc is around 1,518km (943 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 1,343km (835 miles)
It takes around 6h 45m to get from Lao Cai and Phú Quốc by bus and plane.
The quickest way to get from Lao Cai to Phú Quốc is to take the bus and then fly which takes around 6h 45m and will set you back approx ₫2,082,065 ($89).
The cheapest way to travel between Lao Cai and Phú Quốc is to take the bus and then fly which will typically cost around ₫2,082,065 ($89) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
There is no train service that runs between Lao Cai and Phú Quốc. We recommend that you take the bus to Hanoi Airport then fly from Noi Bai International (HAN) to Phu Quoc (PQC). instead which will take 6h 45m.
Bus travel
Sorry, looks like there is no bus service that runs between Lao Cai and Phú Quốc. We recommend that you take the bus to Hanoi Airport then fly from Noi Bai International (HAN) to Phu Quoc (PQC). instead which will take 6h 45m.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Lao Cai to Phú Quốc. We recommend that you take the bus to Hanoi Airport then fly from Noi Bai International (HAN) to Phu Quoc (PQC). instead which will take 6h 45m.
The closest major airport to Phú Quốc is Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC) (PQC) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Phú Quốc. Rach Gia Airport (VKG) (VKG) and Ca Mau Airport (CAH) (CAH) 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 Lao Cai to Phú Quốc. We recommend that you take the bus to Hanoi Airport then fly from Noi Bai International (HAN) to Phu Quoc (PQC). instead which will take 6h 45m.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Lao Cai to Phú Quốc is to take the bus and then fly which takes, on average, 6h 45m and will usually cost around ₫2,082,065 ($89).
Compare travel optionsbetween Lao Cai and Phú Quốc
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus and Plane + 1 similar | 6h 45m | ₫2,082,065($89) | every 30 mins | 1,518km (943 miles) |
| Train, Bus and Plane | 11h 20m | ₫2,292,610($100) | 5 times a week | 1,634km (1,015 miles) |
Bus, Train and Ferry | 2 days 1h | ₫2,175,640($95) | twice daily | 2,397km (1,489 miles) |
Car and Ferry | 1 day 5h | ₫5,310,440($225) | 4 times a day | 1,914km (1,189 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Lao Cai and Phú Quốc
Bus companies
Sao Viet
Hai Au Bus
Kumho Samco
Ferry operators
Phu Quoc Express Boat
Superdong
Airlines
Vietjet Air
Bamboo Airways
Vietnam Airlines
Train operators
Vietnam Railways
Airports near Phú Quốc
The following major airports near Phú Quốc offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Vietnam and internationally.
Phu Quoc International Airport (PQC)
- Distance
- 5km (3 miles) from Phú Quốc
Rach Gia Airport (VKG)
- Distance
- 129km (80 miles) from Phú Quốc
Ca Mau Airport (CAH)
- Distance
- 174km (108 miles) from Phú Quốc