Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Ninh Binh
Phong Nha
Feb 28, 2027
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Ninh Binh to Phong Nha Destination Reviews

MN
Maia N
A warning. We were dropped at 4.30am at Night Street restaurant phong nha and chased by viscous stray dogs! Terrifying experience. Our hotel was only 7 minutes walk up the road and no one else was getting off so it would have been better if they could have dropped us straight at the hotel. It was also boiling, the AC wasn’t good. The beds were not big enough for my 6ft3 husband. Had much better experiences on other sleeper busses.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Aug 24, 2026
DR
Donna R
Really comfortable and clean.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 22, 2026
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Astrid
Comfortable journey, it would be good, if you would get informations when stops
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 21, 2026
AM
Anouk M
Clean and tidy bus, friendly driver
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 17, 2026
TM
Teresa M
Good service. Confortable bus . It departed and arrived earlier than expected
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 17, 2026
PH
Peter H
Excellent communication with the company. I had to made two changes and they even contacted me via WhatsApp and helped me a lot. Thanks!
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 34, Ninh Binh Interbus, Aug 16, 2026
EA
Elliott A
Bus was 30 minutes late due to traffic however this was communicated with plenty of time, the bus was extremely comfortable with a bathroom on it. Plenty of space in the cabins with all appliances working. Driver was smooth and safe too. We got to Phong Nha on time.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Aug 15, 2026
YD
Yin D
Kind staff and speak English well. Also very clear in the planning
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 11, 2026
IV
Isabelle V
Pick up from the hotel, very good communication upfront. Also at the bus stationntje people were friendly and well organaised. We arrived on our location on time and actually we were able to sleep very good.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Single Cabin, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), Aug 11, 2026
SJ
Stephen J
Very comfortable, clean and safe driving
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 10, 2026
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Ninh Binh to Phong Nha Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Mango Travel
SUV 4pax
Any time
+6h 30m
$199.35
  5.0
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
07:00
14:00
$21.08
  3.3
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
07:30
14:30
$21.08
  3.7
Bus
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP Cabin
07:50
15:30
$21.00
  4.7
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
08:30
16:00
$19.32
  5.0
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
09:00
16:30
$19.32
  4.0
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
09:25
16:25
$19.59
Bus
Grouptour
Standard
09:45
15:45
$21.08
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
Cabin 22
10:30
17:30
$19.93
  4.3
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
11:00
18:00
$19.59
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
17:00
23:00
$28.75
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
17:30
23:30
$28.75
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
18:00
00:00
$28.75
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20
18:30
03:30
$28.75
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
Local Cabin
19:00
02:00
$20.32
  5.0
Bus
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP
19:20
02:50
$15.80
Bus
Grouptour
Sleeper 41
19:38
03:58
$19.74
  3.4
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
19:55
02:55
$19.59
Bus
Duy Khanh Transport
Single Cabin
20:15
03:15
$21.28
Bus
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP
20:35
04:05
$15.80

How to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

When you want to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 763.80. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 19.29.

How far is Ninh Binh from Phong Nha?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha. Your trip will be a total of 148 miles (238 km). The flying distance is 148 miles (238 km).

How long does it take to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?

The travel time from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?

The cost of the trip from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Queen Cafe Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 19.29 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 763.80.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha:

  • Bus tickets - USD 19.29 to USD 49.34;
  • Train tickets - USD 20.46 to USD 763.80;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 33.54. From Ninh Binh to Phong Nha starting from 20:00 53 Tran Hung Dao until 20:00 53 Tran Hung Dao

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 253.02 to USD 491.87.

How many trips per day are there between Ninh Binh and Phong Nha?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 142 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 66 trains per day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 253.02.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 86% decided to go for a bus.
  • 12% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Facts about the transport from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport4h 45m
Earliest Departure12:03 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day217
Distance238 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChapa Express, Charmy Express, Chou Travel, Cua Ong Limousine, Damitrans, Duc Duong, Duy Khanh Transport, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Ha Long Bus Travel, HK Buslines, Kim Chi 265, King Express Bus, Lotus Train, Mui Ne Private Car, NewLivitrans Express, Ninh Binh Interbus, Queen Cafe Bus, Thanh Trung Travel, Thuan Hung Travel, TNT Travel Bus, Tonkin Heritage Express, TP Booking, Travel Holic Bus, Vietnam Locals, Vietnam Rail, VietNam Travel Bus, Vin Bus, Violette Trains