HANOI TO PU LUONG : TRANSFER OPTIONS AND ADVICES BY LOCAL EXPERTS

Looking for ways to get from Hanoi to Pu Luong Nature Reserve? This is the ultimate transfer guide from Hanoi to Pu Luong which shows you 4 ways to travel by private car, bus, taxi, or motorbike.

As a bonus and to make it different from another transfer guide which only offers private transfers while giving good advice to travel between Hanoi to Pu Luong, I also include stopover on the way from Hanoi to Pu Luong

This Hanoi to Pu Luong transfer guide is written by David Nguyen, who has many years of experience as a local guide in Vietnam and travelled from Hanoi to Pu Luong tons of times. 

HANOI  TO PU LUONG DISTANCE

The distance from Hanoi to Pu Luong is 177  kilometres (110 miles).

HANOI TO PU LUONG TRAVEL DURATION

it often takes four hours including toilet break half way to get from Hanoi to Pu Luong

It takes four and a half hour to travel from Hanoi to Pu Luong since the bus is slower and takes longer to pick up passengers in Hanoi. 

Hanoi to Puluong transfer FAQs

How long does it take from Hanoi to Pu Luong?

This question has been answered above

Can I buy a seat for the bus from Hanoi to Pu Luong? 

If you want to be a well-organized traveler, booking a seat in advance is a great choice. However, if you are type of person like “lets the wind blow us” then just book one or two days ahead of time in case you change your mind.If you want to book a Dcar limousine or a shuttle bus, I recommend that you can book them directly with your accommodation in Pu Luong or do online booking via 12Go or Bookaway – reliable booking platform. 

I highly recommend reserving seats during national holidays like the May Day, Independence Day of Vietnam, Christmas, and New Year period to avoid disappointment because the seats are fully booked.

On another case, book it when you are in Vietnam or a closer date.

Is there any direct local bus from Hanoi to Pu Luong?

You often stay in Hanoi Old Quarter, but the local bus terminal to take a bus from Hanoi to Pu Luong is 10 kilometers away from your place which is not convenient. To me, tourists friendly bus is the best option for tourists.  

Can I book a Grab from Hanoi to Pu Luong?

.It is possible to book a Grab from Hanoi to Pu Luong but you may not see the driver showing up because the Grab drivers expect to be booked directly since Grab charges them high commission. Don’t be surprised if they cancel it and call you directly to negotiate the price. 

Don’t try to compare the price of Grab and private car because it doesn’t make sense. Since private car is guaranteed departure. 

How is the road condition between Hanoi and Pu Luong?

Pretty good road condition but some parts the road might not good

How to travel from Hanoi to Pu Luong : Transports, Advices and Tips

Hanoi to Pu Luong by limousine Dcar/Bus (Tourist friendly option)

There is a couple of choices for transfer service from Hanoi to Puluong using Limousine Dcar/bus as followings

First-class Express bus

This bus company doest offer direct bus from Hanoi to Pu Luong. However, if they have passengers in Ninh Binh, they will drop the guests in Ninh Binh so it might take a bit longer

Pu Luong Express

Techbus 

Pu Luong Transfer Service

Pu Luong Expat Way travel

How to book a tourist shuttle bus from Hanoi to Pu LUong

BaoLau, Bookaway, 12go Asia etc are booking platform to buy tickets for tourist-friendly shuttle bus from Hanoi to Pu Luong

Pro tips for buying tickets with tourist-friendly bus from Hanoi  to Pu Luong

• The bus schedule can be changed without prior notice,you should ask your reception in Hanoi or Pu Luong to double-check the schedule 
• It may take longer than expected due to heavy traffic at the weekend. Show up at the pick up point 10 to 15 minutes before departure
• The ticket price might be higher because of the commission from your accommodation. 
• Prepare cash in VND to pay for the ticket
• Check if the bus drops you off at your accommodation in Pu Luong or Hanoi and how far from the drop-off point to the hotel to walk, take a taxi or arrange something from your accommodation in advance.

Hanoi to Pu Luong by private transfer: 4 seaters, 7 seaters, minivan

If your group are 4 people above, friends, or families with kids. I recommend ordering a private transfer from Hanoi to Pu Luong nature reserve because it’s faster, and more convenient and comfortable. 

Please see the price below of the private transfer from Hanoi  from Pu Luong (Currency: USD)

Driver language skill : Basic English

Pick up and drop off : Door to Door

Type of vehicles : 4 seaters car (Sedan) for 2 adults and 01 kid with luggage, 7 seaters car (maximum 4 adults and 01 kid with luggage), 16 seaters minibus (maximum for 10 adults with luggage) 

For booking a private transfer from Hanoi to Pu Luong, kindly contact us via: WhatsApp: +84.974.313.104

Stopover and top things to do from Hanoi to Pu Luong

• Taking a leisure cycle or walking around Mai Chau. Properly having lunch in Mai Chau before heading to Pu Luong
• Quang Phu Cau incense stick village
• Perfume pagoda
• Cuc Phuong national park

There will be an additional cost applied for extra visits to the attractions along the way from $20 to $55, depending on where you plan to visit and what type of vehicle 

What makes us different from other service providers

We don’t use random drivers but reliable one who have been working with us many times. 

Closer to the date, we will provide you with all the information as what you expect  like the number plate, the driver’s phone number. 

Since both Hanoi to Pu Luong is pretty big we need to know your exact accommodation. If you haven’t booked one, we will figure it out.

What you should provide us when booking a car

• Number of guests: How many adults and children?
• Name of one guest who is representative of the group
• Hotel name and address in both Hanoi and Pu Luong
• If you take the cruise in Halong, please provide the cruise name and time to be at the port to make sure you will be there on time. 
• How many pieces of luggage do you have? Carry-on, backpacks, medium-sized luggage, etc.

Hanoi to Pu Luong by motorbike 

Getting from Hanoi to Pu Luong by motorbike is a viable option,but the most important is a safe journey.  we only suggest this type of means of transport for experienced riders, the best will be no rain.. You are advised to hire your own motorbikes from Hanoi. Use Google Maps to find place

You are required to have an international driving license, and one of the A . Additionally, make sure to have a full tank of gasoline before embarking on the journey.

Duration : four and a half hours including coffee break on the way

Route : From Hanoi, ride along Hoa Lac highway, then head to Xuan Mai, Hoa Binh, then home sweet home 

Cost : 8USD for fuel

Hanoi to Pu Luong by taxi/Grab

Grab price is also a type of Uber. If I compare to the price of a private car, it is sometimes even higher

There is might be a potential language barrier between you and the driver. In such cases, relying on Google Translate can be helpful for communication during the journey.

You may encounter nexperienced drivers who may be unfamiliar with the route to Pu Luong due to infrequent travel.

I hope this Hanoi to Pu Luong transport guide will help you plan your transfer from Ninh Binh to Halong

Transfer from other locations to Pu Luong

Read more : Ninh Binh to Pu Luong transfer guide

Pu Luong private day tour from Mai Chau

Transfer guide from Mai Chau to Pu Luong

If you need a private transfer service from Hanoi to Pu Luong, feel free to contact us via Whatsapp at +84.974.313.104