Facts about the transport from Dien Bien to Hanoi
| Cheapest Transport | $44 |
| Fastest Transport | 50m |
| Earliest Departure | 3:20 PM |
| Latest Departure | 8:15 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 450 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Asian Bus Travel, Vietnam Airlines |
Dien Bien to Hanoi
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Dien Bien to Hanoi Destination Reviews
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Kate DPick up location was inconvenient. Asked for pick up at hotel, was ignored by company. Forced to pay for taxi (100,000 dong)
No toilet on bus, had to wait until driver felt like pulling over.
Driver drove like a race car driver.
Dien Bien to Hanoi, Bus Royal Cabin, Asian Bus Travel, Jan 12, 2026
Dien Bien to Hanoi Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Bus | Ha Tuan Buslines | VIP Sleeper 20 | 12:30 | 00:30 | $21.17 | |
Flight | Vietnam Airlines | Economy | 15:05 | 16:10 | $55.17 | |
Flight | Vietnam Airlines | Economy | 15:30 | 16:40 | $66.43 | |
Flight | Vietnam Airlines | Economy | 17:00 | 18:05 | $55.17 | |
Bus | Sapa Discovery Travel | VIP 20 | 19:00 | 04:00 | $25.40 | |
Flight | Vietnam Airlines | Economy | 20:00 | 20:55 | $59.67 | |
Flight | Vietnam Airlines | Economy | 20:20 | 21:15 | $74.31 | |
Flight | Vietnam Airlines | Economy | 20:40 | 21:35 | $51.79 |
How to get from Dien Bien to Hanoi
Travelling between Dien Bien and Hanoi is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 43.29 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 43.29.
How long does it take to get from Dien Bien to Hanoi?
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 9 hours to travel between Dien Bien and Hanoi depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Dien Bien and Hanoi. Flight will bring you to your destination in 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 9h to reach Hanoi.
How much does it cost to get from Dien Bien to Hanoi?
Travelling between Dien Bien and Hanoi can be as cheap as USD 43.29 if you opt for a Asian Bus Travel bus and as expensive as USD 43.29 if you buy a Asian Bus Travel Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Dien Bien and Hanoi ?
- 1 from Dien Bien to Hanoi starting from 20:15 A Thia Homestay Villa until 20:15 A Thia Homestay Villa
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Dien Bien to Hanoi.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Flights
Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Dien Bien to Hanoi, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 55.80.Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.
If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.
In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.
Airlines flying between Dien Bien and Hanoi
Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Airlines
Bus
Travelling from Dien Bien to Hanoi overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Dien Bien and Hanoi
Asian Bus Travel
What is the most popular transport to get from Dien Bien to Hanoi?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 70% opted for a bus
- 30% decided to fly
Transportation from Dien Bien to Hanoi
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Buses$ 43.29
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Flights$ 55.80
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available