Cat Ba Island β Ferry & Ticket Prices 2026
Complete price guide for ferries, speedboats, Lan Ha Bay entrance, and island attractions β updated by Lan Homestay
π Last updated: July 2026
π’ Dong Bai β Cai Vieng Ferry (Main Route to Cat Ba Island)
The Dong BaiβCai Vieng ferry connects Cat Hai to Cat Ba Island. Crossing time is approximately 10β15 minutes. This is the main route used by vehicles and foot passengers.
| Item | Price / Information |
|---|---|
| Foot passenger (walk-on) | 10,000 β 14,000 VND / trip (~$0.40β0.55 USD) |
| Peak season hours (to island) | 5:00 β 19:30 |
| Peak season hours (return to mainland) | 4:30 β 19:00 |
| Low season hours (to island) | 5:30 β 18:30 |
| Low season hours (return) | 5:00 β 18:00 |
β‘ Speedboat (Hai Phong β Cat Ba)
| Route | Duration | Price (approx.) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hai Phong Pier β Cat Ba Town | ~45 minutes | 200,000 β 250,000 VND | Fastest option; runs multiple times daily |
| Gia Luan Port β Cat Ba Town (island internal) | ~15 minutes | varies | Used when arriving via Gia Luan from Hanoi buses |
π Lan Ha Bay Entrance Fee
All visitors to Lan Ha Bay are required to pay a bay entrance fee. This is collected at the port or by tour operators before departure.
| Category | Price (VND) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Adult β day visit | 120,000 VND (~$5 USD) | Standard day trip |
| Children | 60,000 VND | Under 1.2m height |
| Overnight guests on bay | 380,000 VND | Cruise/boat stays |
| Peak season surcharge β weekdays (2 Mayβ30 Aug) | +50,000 VND/person | Added on top of base price |
| Peak season surcharge β weekends | +100,000 VND/person | FriβSun during summer |
| Day cruise tour (reference price) | 600,000 β 1,200,000 VND/person | Full day boat with activities |
| Overnight cruise (reference price) | 2,200,000 β 7,000,000 VND/person/night | Junk boat; varies by standard |
π Cat Ba Island Attractions
| Attraction | Entrance Fee |
|---|---|
| Cat Ba National Park β Adults | 80,000 VND (~$3.20 USD) |
| Cat Ba National Park β Children (under 1.2m) | 40,000 VND |
| Cannon Fort (best sunset viewpoint on the island) | Free* |
| Cat Co Beaches 1, 2, and 3 | Free |
*A service fee may apply at certain times β please confirm on arrival.
π Price Comparison: Getting to Lan Ha Bay
| Route | Time | Cost (approx.) | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanoi β Cat Ba (limousine bus + ferry, all-in) | 3.5β4 hrs | 200,000β300,000 VND | Easiest, most popular |
| Hanoi β Hai Phong β Cat Ba (public bus + speedboat) | 4β5 hrs | 150,000β200,000 VND | Budget travellers |
| Hanoi β Hai Phong (drive or bus) + ferry with car | 4β5 hrs | 400,000β600,000 VND total | Travelling by private vehicle |
| Ha Long City β Cat Ba (speedboat) | ~1.5 hrs | 250,000β350,000 VND | Combining Ha Long + Cat Ba |
β Common Questions
Does Lan Ha Bay entrance fee include tours?
No β the bay entrance fee is separate from tour costs. Tour prices include the entrance fee when booked through a licensed operator (like Lan Homestay).
Can cars take the ferry to Cat Ba?
Yes, via the Dong BaiβCai Vieng ferry. Note the 2026 weekend restriction (9amβ1pm, cars banned) during summer. Foot passengers are not affected.
Is it busy on summer weekends?
Very β boats and rooms fill up days in advance, and service prices include peak surcharges. Mid-week travel or booking at least 1 week ahead is strongly recommended.
Prices compiled from public sources, updated July 2026. Subject to change without notice. Contact Lan Homestay for the latest confirmed prices before your trip.
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