Buses from Sapa to Ninh Binh from VND 488k Oct 2026 ✅

Sapa to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews

David

I was happy with the bus trip, on time from Sapa to Hanoi but late getting to Ninh Binh. I was very unhappy with the shuttle driver to my hotel, I was last and I kept on telling and showing the driver he was going the wrong way but wouldn't listen. He ended up dumping me by the side of the road a long way from my hotel, I had to get a grab to get to my hotel, very poor

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Oct 5, 2026

Hala A

Everything was very good except, They do not tell you how is your trip is going to be, Our trip was from SAPA to Ninh Binh, they took us by the sleeper bus to hanoi, then we had to wait in thier office for another car limousine to take us to Ninh Binh, the second car came too late to for pick up but they drive fast to make sure you arrive on time..

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Oct 3, 2026

Brianna S

The guy who was supposed to greet us at the stop was passed out sleeping, and when we asked to drop off our bags he said he could charge 50,000 vnd each to store our bags in his personal room. We ended up having to walk around with our bags all day and when we came back in the evening, we asked to use the washroom and he said it was out of service. We got a text shortly after saying that our bus stop had moved to a location right down the road that had bathrooms and bag drop off.

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 34, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Oct 2, 2026

Sidney

Went from Sapa to Ninh Binh and everything was well organized and communicated

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Oct 1, 2026

Haya K

The bus is bumpy if you are on top and can be hard to sleep. I wanted to change my date and contacted 12go multiple ways but they only responded after the date had passed.

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Sep 25, 2026

Marina R

Overall a comfortable trip. Unfortunately the Wi-Fi was not accessible. And over an 8 1/2 hour trip we had two 15min rest stops.Was not sufficient. Otherwise the trip is well worth it. Being a passenger on the day trip, driving through beautiful country, was memorable.

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Sep 24, 2026

Marc S

We thought we booked one bus and in the end we had to use two buses and had to change in the middle of the night. It is absolutely intransparent in the booking that we needed to switch the bus. We thought we booked one bus from Sapa to Ninh Binh. We booked the bus for 11 pm and this time was also written in our voucher. In the end we got a message that our bus starts at 10:30 pm. Also this was intransparent and not clear for us. The staff at the office in Sapa were very unfriendly and couldn't help with any questions (whether out of ignorance or simply because they couldn't be bothered).

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Sep 23, 2026

Shiron R

The cabins are definitely more spacious than other sleeper buses we have taken in Vietnam. It’s a long journey from Sapa to Ninh Binh but broken up with plenty of stops for toilet and food/drink. HK bus stop in Sapa has toilet and little shop to stock up on essentials before your journey, and WiFi and plug sockets. Addendum: I forgot my iPad on the bus getting off at Ninh Binh. The HK team were super helpful and delivered it to their Hanoi office where I was going to be. 10/10 service!

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Sep 20, 2026

Marius S

Clean bus and sheets. Good driving. All Perfect!

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Sep 16, 2026

Tkg27h6njm

The staff at the office were rude and unresponsive. The staff that oversee shuttle operations did not communicate well. No bathrooms on the bus. Had to stop at rest stops for bathroom breaks and you had to pay 3,000 VND to use the restroom each time.

Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Sep 16, 2026

4.4

744 customer reviews

46%

20%

17%

Sapa to Ninh Binh Bus Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Luxury Van Limousine	VIP Cabin + Van Limousine	05:29	14:59	$23.08
Luxury Van Limousine	VIP Cabin + Van Limousine	05:45	17:45	$22.31
Grouptour	Sleeper 41	06:10	14:50	$12.29	2.6
Ninh Binh Interbus	Cabin 34	06:30	14:30	$12.70	3.9
Grouptour	VIP Sleeper 34	07:00	15:20	$13.85	3.3
Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 20 + VIP 11	07:30	17:00	$25.01	5.0
Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 20 + VIP 11	08:00	17:30	$25.01
Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 20 + VIP 11	08:30	18:00	$25.01	5.0
Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 20 + VIP 11	09:00	18:30	$25.01
Grouptour	Bus + Van	09:29	18:09	$25.39
Luxury Van Limousine	VIP Cabin + Van Limousine	09:45	21:45	$22.31
HT Travel	Royal Cabin	10:10	18:10	$19.24
April Adventure	VIP Cabin 24	10:26	18:26	$25.80
Luxury Van Limousine	VIP Cabin + Van Limousine	10:45	22:45	$22.31
Ninh Binh Interbus	VIP Cabin	11:15	19:15	$21.16	4.3
HT Travel	Royal Cabin	11:40	19:40	$19.24
Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 20 + VIP 11	12:00	21:30	$25.01
VietNam Travel Bus	VIP Luxury 24 Cabin	12:30	21:30	$34.13	4.3
Sapa Discovery Travel	VIP 20 + VIP 11	13:00	22:30	$25.01
April Adventure	VIP Cabin 24	13:20	21:20	$26.80	5.0

How to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Sapa to Ninh Binh tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Sapa to Ninh Binh?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Sapa to Ninh Binh depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Sapa to Ninh Binh is about 7h 45m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Sapa and Ninh Binh may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

How much does it cost to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh by Bus?

The ticket price from Sapa to Ninh Binh can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.

Transportation from Sapa to Ninh Binh

Trains are not available

Ferries are not available

Flights are not available

Facts about the bus from Sapa to Ninh Binh

Cheapest Bus	$19
Fastest Bus	7h 45m
Earliest Bus	5:30 AM
Latest Bus	11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	139
Distance	325 kilometers
Bus Companies	Asian Bus Travel, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Grouptour, HK Buslines, Inter Bus Lines, King Express Bus, S Trip, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Express, Trang An Limousine, VietNam Travel Bus

Popular Routes

Buses from Sapa to Ninh Binh