Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

Halong Bay
Ninh Binh
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SB
Driver was not driving safe, we felt unsecure Trying to overpass vehicles everywhere and stopping 5 times to pick stuff and people, this guy was delivery guy not premium service limousine
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Van Limousine 9, Luxury Van Limousine (Luxury Van Limousine), Apr 24, 2025
SB
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.
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Tourist Bus 16, Duc Duong Bus, Dec 12, 2023
ND
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.
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Local, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Nov 6, 2023
VH
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).
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Local, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 24, 2023
GK
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.
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Local, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 27, 2023
НН
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.
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Local, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 27, 2023
BC
4 star bus but in a lot of the seats the seat recliner was broken
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Local, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 23, 2023
MB
Comfy chairs, helpful driver, on time, fast connection. Maintenance of the van could be improved.
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Local, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Aug 3, 2023
CP
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..
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 33, Full Moon Party Tour (Full Moon Party Tour), Jul 19, 2023
FC
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 😄
Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, Bus Local, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jul 2, 2023
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Halong Bay to Ninh Binh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Halong Transportation
Standard 3pax
Any time
+3h 30m
$65.37
  5.0
Bus
Duy Khanh Transport
VIP 9 Express
05:00
09:02
$15.70
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
05:45
09:55
$10.78
Bus
Ha Long Bus Travel
Limousine 9
06:30
10:15
$10.01
  4.0
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
06:50
11:00
$10.96
  3.7
Bus
Grouptour
VIP 9 Express
07:30
11:29
$10.40
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
07:50
12:00
$10.96
  3.7
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
08:25
12:35
$10.78
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
08:50
13:00
$10.96
  3.7
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Limousine 9
09:30
13:00
$14.02
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
09:50
14:00
$10.96
  3.7
Bus
Grouptour
VIP 9 Express
10:30
14:29
$10.40
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
10:50
15:00
$10.96
  3.7
Van
Duc Duong Bus
Van + Limousine 11
11:15
14:15
$109.77
  3.0
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
11:40
15:50
$10.78
Bus
Ha Long Bus Travel
Limousine 9
12:00
15:45
$10.01
  4.0
Bus
Full Moon Party Tour
VIP 33
12:20
16:20
$11.00
Bus
Grouptour
VIP16 Express
12:40
16:50
$10.78
Bus
Ha Long Bus Travel
Limousine 9
13:00
16:45
$10.01
  4.0
Van
Duc Duong Bus
Van + Limousine 11
13:30
16:30
$109.77
  3.0

Transportation from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

Facts about the transport from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport2h 50m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure7:01 PM
Departures per day473
Distance142 kilometers
Transport CompaniesApril Adventure, Arirang Travel, DK Luxury Discovery, Duy Khanh Transport, Full Moon Party Tour, Grouptour, Luxury Van Limousine, Ninh Binh Excursion, Ninh Binh Limousine, Ninh Binh Limousine, Ninh Binh Travel, OUROS Travel, Quang Muoi Limousine, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, The Long, The Long Travel, Viet Technologies Travel, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, VietNam Travel Bus

How to get from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

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 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 176.62. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+van as a bus+van ticket costs as low as USD 7.70.

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 89 miles (142 km). The flying distance is 89 miles (142 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 5 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 Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour): travelling by bus+van expect to pay as low as USD 7.70 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 176.62.

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

  • Bus+Van price: USD 7.70. From Halong Bay to Ninh Binh starting from 11:40 Halong SB1 until 12:10 Halong SB1
  • Bus tickets - USD 7.94 to USD 32.55;
  • Van price : USD 11.87 - USD 20.30;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 85.06 to USD 176.62.

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 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 19:00. There are 359 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh depart during the day - there are approximately 87 departures a day.
  • 2 by Bus+Van from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh starting from 11:40 Halong SB1 until 12:10 Halong SB1
  • 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 85.06.

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:

  • 43% decided to go for a bus.
  • 22% opted for a van.
  • 18% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 17% chosen Bus+Van