The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
10 h
Average duration
10 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
294 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $17.
Of the 1 buses that leave Hanoi for Điện Biên Phủ every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 294 km distance in an average of 10 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 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.


Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $17, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 294 km
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| Coach | Most popular Flight |
|---|---|
$17 Average Price Cheapest | $109 Average Price |
10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ bus times
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:30 am Hanoi | 10h00 | 9:30 pm Điện Biên Phủ | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ
Distance 294 km |
Average bus duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $17 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 0m |
First bus 17:15 |
Last bus 18:00 |
Bus providers: Viet Lao Bus from Hanoi to Điện Biên PhủYou can travel by bus between Hanoi to Điện Biên Phủ with Viet Lao Bus for as low as $17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanoi and Điện Biên Phủ
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in main terminal
- Large parking area available for both cars and motorbikes
- Multiple food stalls and small restaurants inside the terminal
- Available at designated taxi stands outside the terminal
- Wheelchair accessible, ramps available
- Public restrooms available with fee
- Bus: 27, 34, 50, 60, 72, 103
- Metro: NA
- 07:00-19:00
- Street parking available
- Small local food vendors nearby
- Available on Tran Phu Street
- Ramps available
- Available for passengers
- Bus: 32, 41, 50
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