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Vietnam Museum of Ethnology
One of Hanoi’s best museums, showcasing the cultures of Vietnam’s ethnic groups through exhibitions, artifacts, and traditional houses in the outdoor area.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
3 h 10 m
Average duration
3 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
125 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bac Kan to Hanoi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bac Kan to Hanoi will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 1 buses that leave Bac Kan for Hanoi on Thu, Jun 04, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jun 04 the direct buses cover the 125 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 10 m .
On Thu, Jun 04 the slowest buses will take 3 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bac Kan to Hanoi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 10m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 77 miles (125 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$11 Average price Cheapest | $20 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 40m Average total duration Fastest 3h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $11 (€9) compared to roughly $20 (€16) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $9 (€7). The journey takes 3h 10m versus 3h 2m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Đức Phúc Limousine.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 07:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Đức Phúc Limousine | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $10 |
Compare bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
Buses from Bac Kan to Hanoi run on average 14 times per day, taking around 3h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 05:00, the last at 18:00. The fastest bus covers the 77 miles (125 km) distance in 3h 10m.
Distance 77 miles (125 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 3h 10m |
First bus 5:00 AM |
Last bus 6:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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Tipping is not mandatory. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Tip porters and hotel staff 20,000-50,000 VND, and round up taxi fares.
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