Ho Chi Minh City to Hạ Long by bus
Hạ Long lies 1,127 km (700 mi) north of Ho Chi Minh City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 20 h 28 min including stops, over roughly 1,375 km (854 mi) of road.
| Ho Chi Minh City | Hạ Long | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Vietnam |
| Population | 14 million | 270,054 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 8 m (26 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
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Common questions
How far is Hạ Long from Ho Chi Minh City?
1,127 km (700 mi) in a straight line, north of Ho Chi Minh City; by road roughly 1,375 km (854 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Hạ Long by bus?
About 20 h 28 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Hạ Long?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.