Beijing to Hanoi: Road Trip Guide & Distance

1445.6 miles 2326.5 km · straight line
1697 miles actual route 2731.1 km · driving distance
30h 54min estimated drive time
CNY 1456 - CNY 1792 estimated fuel cost
~3h 24min flight time
209° SSW bearing direction

How far is Beijing from Hanoi?

The distance from Beijing to Hanoi is 1445.6 miles (2326.5 km) as the crow flies. Hanoi is located SSW of Beijing. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1697 miles, taking about 30h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 24min. Beijing is in China, while Hanoi is in Vietnam.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Beijing and Hanoi. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Beijing to Hanoi

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 30h 54min CNY 1456 - CNY 1792 Flexible stops
Fly ~3h 24min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~37h 5min $136–$255* Budget
Train ~40h 10min $204–$594* Comfort

Quick Facts

Beijing
39.90°N, 116.41°E
Asia/Shanghai
43m elevation
Hanoi
21.03°N, 105.83°E
Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh
0m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 482 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 120 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 17.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM