Facts about the transport from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh
Cheapest Transport
$8
Fastest Transport
2h 10m
Earliest Departure
12:00 AM
Latest Departure
7:00 PM
Departures per day
743
Distance
109 kilometers
Transport Companies
April Adventure, Arirang Travel, Duc Duong Bus, Duy Khanh Transport, Full Moon Party Tour, Grouptour, Halong Transportation, Limousine Tam Coc Ninh Binh, Luxury Van Limousine, New Way Travel, Ninh Binh Excursion, Ninh Binh Footprint, OUROS Travel, Quang Muoi Limousine, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Techbus VN JSC, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, VTS
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews
SB
Stefano B
The driver was driving way too fast, we arrived 1h before. The quality of the bus wasn't that good, seats were moving by themselves, seatbels not available on every seat and the AC was on all the time, way too cold.
Bus Tourist Bus 16, Duc Duong Bus, Dec 12, 2023
ND
Nuno D
The driver and bus was on time and checked all tickets. The cabins are exactly as advertised and the driving was stable enough to be able to sleep for most of the trip. We definetly recommend this one.
Bus VIP16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Nov 6, 2023
VH
Vera H
The bus was about 30 minutes late but picked us up where indicated. The driver drove very fast and a bit reckless, however nothing happened. Having the front seat was not a good idea, as you can see too much (the driver being on the phone, the driving, etc.)
There were seatbelts but the size seemed to have been made for a child. I could not fit them. The car hat more people than seats. Two children travelled on the laps of their parents. There was the AC blasting on full but people were super friendly and quiet.
At one point, about 10minutes from the drop-off we were asked to switch vehicles even though this was not indicated in our journey. The driver did not speak much english but put our luggage in the new car. The new driver was super friendly, asked us which place we were staying and then dropped us off there. We appreciated this a lot, as it was already dark upon arriv-al (approx. 40 minutes later than scheduled). All in all an average experience. Next time we think of booking a bigger bus, at the driving seemed to be more comfortable there (but the journey takes longer).
Bus VIP16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 24, 2023
GK
Grace K
Got the van that was pictured but only one of us had a seatbelt. We arrived to Tam Coc only 20 minutes late. The van was comfortable and the driver wasn’t too crazy; he did do one dangerous overtake and made a few phone calls, but by Vietnam standards he was pretty good.
Bus VIP 18 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 27, 2023
НН
Надежда Н
The driver arrived 30 minutes later, but despite this, we arrived on time. There were no seat belts in our seats in the car. We arrived quickly.
Bus VIP16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 27, 2023
BC
Berta C
4 star bus but in a lot of the seats the seat recliner was broken
Bus VIP16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 23, 2023
MB
Milko B
Comfy chairs, helpful driver, on time, fast connection. Maintenance of the van could be improved.
Bus VIP16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Aug 3, 2023
CP
Christian P
It was okay. The Bus was super tiny. We are not the largest ppl fortunately. However, we were the last ones being picked up and our Kids had to squeeze into the two seats with even less clearance compared to the other ones. I dont know what's up with that..
Bus VIP 33, Full Moon Party Tour (Full Moon Party Tour), Jul 19, 2023
FC
Francisco C
The driver was nice, but spoke no English at all and was late picking us up. He did drive fast and got us there on schedule, but the driving was quite wild. The car was also too crowded, a kid had to seat in a plastic chair in the middle. It is an interesting cultural experience, if your up for it 😄
Bus VIP16 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jul 2, 2023
JC
Jules C
Hard-to-find departure location. 5 different addresses on the ticket, and in the end it was none of the 5 ... bus 1 hour late. Comfortable bus though.
This review was autotranslated
Emplacement de départ difficile à trouver. 5 adresses différentes sur le billet, et au final ça n’était aucune des 5 … bus avec 1h de retard. Bus confortable cependant.
Bus VIP 30, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jun 26, 2023
When you want to get from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:
Bus
Van
Taxi
If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 167.50. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 7.12.
How far is Halong Bay from Ninh Binh?
If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh. Your trip will be a total of 68 miles (109 km). The flying distance is 68 miles (109 km).
How long does it take to get from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh?
The travel time from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 10 hours.
How much does it cost to get from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh?
The cost of the trip from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sapa Discovery Travel: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 7.12 for your ticket.
However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 167.50.
Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh:
Bus tickets - USD 7.12 to USD 110.78;
Van price : USD 10.96;
You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 69.36 to USD 167.50.
How many trips per day are there between Halong Bay and Ninh Binh?
Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.
Buses start plying the route from 00:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 659 available bus trips every day.
Vans from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh depart during the day - there are approximately 55 departures a day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh any time of the day.
Which means of transport is the best for the route?
Buses
Taking a bus from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh 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 Halong Bay to Ninh Binh. 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 69.36.
Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.
Vans
A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.
Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh.
Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..
The most popular transport from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh
How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh? 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:
