Van Don is not just a single destination - so make sure your transportation will take you exactly where you want to go. The drive from Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh to Van Don is about 50 km, but the final destination is what matters most. Van Don Airport, Ao Tien Port, Cai Rong Town, and the coastal resorts are scattered throughout this island district, and if you take a bus that stops along the highway, you may still have to transfer once more and handle your own luggage.
By booking a private transfer with Mui Ne Private Car , your driver will pick you up directly at your resort and take you across the bridges to the exact airport terminal, port, or hotel you need.
| Distance | ~50 km (31 miles) |
| Driving time | ~1 hour 10 minutes in normal traffic |
| Main roads | QL18 east through Cam Pha · Cua Ong & the Van Don bridges · island road to your drop-off |
| Suggested departure | Late morning after a final soak · or timed backwards from your flight or boarding time |
| Pickup points | Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh resort entrance · Quang Hanh & Cam Pha hotels on request |
| Drop-off points | Van Don International Airport · Ao Tien Port · Cai Rong town & Van Don hotels |
Van Don spans a vast area. The airport is located deep inland on the island; Ao Tien Port faces the bay from a different angle; Cai Rong is an industrial town with its own port; and the coastal resorts are scattered along the distant shoreline. Arriving in “Van Don” without a private car means you’re still quite a distance away from your actual destination.
Our private driver will take care of that final leg of the journey. Simply provide us with an address, and the car will take you there - whether it’s the curb outside the train station, the entrance to the ferry terminal, or the hotel lobby right on the beach.
You’re also in control of the timing. Your private taxi will depart when you’re ready, so spending that extra hour at the hot springs won’t make you miss your connecting bus, and check-in for your flight or cruise can be done with a reasonable buffer - rather than having to guess.
Good to know: Tell us the exact drop-off in Van Don when you book - terminal, port or hotel name. The fare is the same across the district, and knowing the address lets your driver plan the island roads properly.
Just over an hour on good roads, so comfort matters less than luggage space here. Pick by how many bags are leaving the resort with you.
Kilometre marks are approximate and the final stage depends on your drop-off point within the district.
Your driver will be waiting at the resort entrance a little early, with the air conditioning already running in the car. They will help you load your luggage into the car and double-check to make sure you haven’t left anything behind in your room or the hotel lobby before departure.
The road out of Quang Hanh rejoins National Highway 18 and heads east, flanked inland by limestone hills - lush green mountain ranges so close that this stretch of road in Quang Ninh appears narrower than it actually is.
Next is the city of Cam Pha: a bustling port city that has developed thanks to coal, with conveyor belts, loading docks, and a stream of trucks sharing the highway. This is an authentic, unpretentious glimpse of the province that most bay tours completely overlook.
Passing the eastern edge of Cam Pha, the road slopes gently at Cua Ong, where a large complex of temples and pagodas sits on the hillside above the highway; the rooftops, layered one upon another, are clearly visible from the car.
Then, the mainland gradually fades away. The road crosses a bridge into Van Don, and within minutes, water surrounds both sides, with fishing boats, aquaculture rafts, and small, lush green islands scattered across the shallow waters of Bai Tu Long Bay.
On the other side, traffic thinned out considerably. The Cam Pha Industrial Park was left behind, and the road ahead on the island was wide and quiet, lined with shrubs, newly zoned plots of land, and the occasional shrimp farm.
Van Don is more of a district with long stretches of road than a town, so this final leg of the journey will vary depending on your destination: inland to the airport, along the coast to Ao Tien Port, or into Cai Rong with its market and harbor.
The roads on the island are newer and less crowded than the highways on the mainland, winding through low hills and open fields where resort developments and flat farmlands lie side by side, with views of the bay opening up at each bend.
The driver will stop in front of the terminal, the port gate, or the entrance to your pre-booked hotel. Before you get out, they’ll ask you to check around the car for any forgotten items - such as your phone, charger, headphones, or passport - which are the most commonly forgotten items after a comfortable ride - then help you with your luggage and wish you a pleasant flight, boat trip, or vacation.
Route Map: Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh to Van Don via Cam Pha, Cua Ong & the island bridges
A short drive with one genuinely convenient stop, and a couple of options once you are on the island.
A hillside temple complex in Cam Pha dedicated to a Tran dynasty general, looking out over the bay from above the highway. It sits right on this route rather than off it, which makes it the easiest cultural stop you will get on the way to Van Don.
The district's working waterfront, where boats unload and the seafood market does its business. Worth a short look if your flight or sailing is not pressing, and a natural stop if Cai Rong is your drop-off anyway.
There are places near the crossing where the road gives a clear view over the islets and rafts of the bay. A brief pause for photographs rather than a destination, and your driver will know a safe spot to pull in.
About stops & pricing: The fares below are for the direct Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh to Van Don transfer. A temple or harbour stop may add a small surcharge depending on how long you want. Message us first and we will quote one total for the journey as you want it.
Mui Ne Private Car provides private car transfer services with a driver throughout Vietnam, including short trips within the Quang Ninh region - routes where traveling by other means of transportation is often inconvenient.
Van Don’s ports, piers, and resorts are spread out, and some are newly built. Our drivers travel this route regularly, so they’ll take you directly to the correct entrance rather than just a general area.
Every vehicle in our fleet is well-maintained, features an efficient cooling system, and offers ample space for luggage. Bottled water is provided on board for each passenger.
Your quote includes fuel costs, tolls, and parking fees for the entire trip; any additional stops are priced in advance. No extra charges will be added upon arrival at your destination.
Baby and booster seats come at no extra cost when you ask for them, so tell us your child's age at booking. Larger parties travel together in the 16-seat van.
Are you checking out later than expected, or has your flight time changed? Message us via WhatsApp or Zalo whenever that happens, and we’ll reschedule your pickup time.
Our drivers and support staff – ready for every journey, short or long
| Vehicle | Capacity | Luggage | Price / Car |
|---|---|---|---|
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Sedan (4 seats) |
1–3 pax | 2 bags + 2 handbags | $39 USD |
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Medium SUV (7 seats) |
1–4 pax | 3 bags + 2 handbags | $43 USD |
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Large SUV (7 seats) |
1–5 pax | 4 bags + 2 handbags | $46 USD |
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Van 16 seats |
1–12 pax | 8 bags + 6 handbags | $55 USD |
Rates can rise during Vietnamese public holidays and the peak summer season on the island. Send us your travel date on WhatsApp or Zalo for a confirmed fare.
Q1: How long does a private car take from Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh to Van Don?
A: About 1 hour 10 minutes for the 50 km, east along QL18 through Cam Pha, past Cua Ong and over the bridges onto Van Don island.
Q2: Can you drop us at Van Don International Airport?
A: Yes, the terminal is one of our regular drop-off points. Send your flight number and departure time at booking and your driver will set the pickup so you reach check-in with a comfortable margin.
Q3: Is there public transport from Quang Hanh to Van Don?
A: Buses run along the QL18 corridor but stop on the main road, not at the resort or at your island address, and Van Don's airport, port and beaches are far apart. The last stretch almost always needs a car.
Q4: Can you take us straight to Ao Tien Port for a Bai Tu Long cruise?
A: Yes, the port is a common drop-off on this route. Give us your boarding time and we will plan the departure around it, with time in hand for check-in and luggage.
Q5: What time should we leave the resort?
A: Any hour works, as the drive is easy at all times of day. For a flight or a boat, count backwards from that time and add a buffer; otherwise a late-morning departure after a final soak suits most guests.
Q6: How much does the transfer cost?
A: Per vehicle, one way: $39 for a sedan, $43 for a medium SUV, $46 for a large SUV and $55 for a 16-seat van. Fuel and road tolls are included.
Q7: Which vehicle should I choose?
A: A sedan handles one to three passengers with ordinary luggage easily. A medium or large SUV gives a family more room for suitcases, and the 16-seat van keeps a bigger group together.
Whether you are catching a flight, boarding a Bai Tu Long cruise or moving on to an island hotel, a private driver from Yoko Onsen Quang Hanh to Van Don gives you a fixed fare, a car at the resort door and a drop-off at the exact address you need. Send us your date, your drop-off point in Van Don and the number of passengers and bags, and we will come back quickly with a confirmed quote.
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