Ba Be to Cao Bang
Go by road. Coaches on the Hanoi–Cao Bang line often pass the lake, or you can hire a car or van at Ba Be. There is no rail or air link at either end.
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Ways to go
| Mode | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | Check on arrival | Coaches on the Hanoi–Cao Bang line often pass the lake. Ask at your homestay where and when to board. |
| Hired car or van | Check on arrival | Cars and vans of 4 to 45 seats can be booked through the Ba Be tourism centre. |
Questions
- Is there a train or a flight?
- No. There is no railway or airport at either end.
- Can I do it the other way, Cao Bang to Ba Be?
- Yes. Ba Be sits between Cao Bằng and Hà Nội, so it works as a stop on the way back south.