Hoi An to Ninh Binh

Hoi An to Ninh Binh

Hoi An
Ninh Binh
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Hoi An to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews

M
Molly
Great!! Only downside was that the phone chargers stopped working
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Jul 10, 2026
JP
John P
Easy to book, easy to find, great instructions to meet the bus.
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Jul 8, 2026
G
Geoffrey
No toilet stops for the whole trip.
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Jun 28, 2026
C
Claudia
Booked HT for a reason. They don't disappoint
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Jun 24, 2026
MR
Matthew R
Vehicle itself was great. However I booked the 9pm bus to then get told that I was moved to the 8pm bus which was no problem. However I sat in the office waiting for over an hour and a half and still ended up on the 9pm bus. Also there was a lot of confusion over what cabin I was in which was a bit annoying.
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Jun 7, 2026
JL
Jack L
Driver was speeding over bumps and dropped us off at the wrong place. Beds weren't cleaned either.
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 22, The Queen Tourist, May 22, 2026
MP
Maria P
Excellent journey! Good communication from operator, help with luggage, clean bus, good bed situation with USB charging points, TV, headphones, blinds for window, lights, small blanket and pillow, curtains, Aircon, water and wet wipes as well as vibration/massage controller. Comfortable journey with frequent toilet stops and still arrived 1h early to destination. Thank you
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), May 14, 2026
VB
Vivianne B
Slept well we stopped when needed the air conditioner was really working at some point I was frigorified
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Cabin 22, Viet Lao Bus, May 13, 2026
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Rodolphe
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Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), May 7, 2026
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אלה ג
Comfortable bus, private cabins, smooth ride. I did that with 3 children and it was a very good experience
Hoi An to Ninh Binh, Bus Cabin 22, Viet Lao Bus, Apr 28, 2026
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Hoi An to Ninh Binh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Viet Nam Travel Bus
VIP Luxury 22
00:00
14:00
$27.36
Bus
Duy Khanh Limousine
Limousine 24 Double Cabin
04:01
17:21
$24.70
Bus
Duy Khanh Limousine
Double cabin
04:20
20:20
$26.60
Bus
Duy Khanh Limousine
Double cabin
04:40
18:00
$24.70
Bus
Duy Khanh Transport
Double cabin
05:00
20:20
$41.80
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
07:00
21:00
$26.60
  4.3
Bus
Duc Duong Bus
VIP 22
07:30
21:30
$42.94
  5.0
Bus
Binh Hoai Limousine
VIP Limousine 21
09:00
23:00
$28.50
Bus
Binh Hoai Limousine
VIP Limousine 21
11:00
01:00
$28.50
Bus
Camel Transport
VIP Luxury 22
12:00
02:00
$26.60
Bus
Grouptour
VIP 32
12:23
03:23
$26.22
  3.0
Bus
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP Sleeper 34
12:40
05:00
$21.00
Bus
Cocovip Limousine
Luxury
13:00
03:00
$26.60
  3.2
Bus
Grouptour
Sleeper 41
13:20
05:40
$14.80
  2.7
Bus
Queen Cafe Bus
VIP 32 Cabin
13:45
04:15
$15.20
Bus
Binh Hoai Limousine
VIP Limousine 21
14:01
04:01
$28.50
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
14:45
04:15
$30.40
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Royal Cabin 22
15:10
06:10
$26.60
Bus
HK Buslines
Lower Single Cabin
15:30
04:00
$24.62
Bus
Viet Nam Travel Bus
VIP Luxury 22
15:50
05:50
$27.36

How to get from Hoi An to Ninh Binh

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • 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+train 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 359.60. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 21.48.

How far is Hoi An from Ninh Binh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Hoi An to Ninh Binh. Your trip will be a total of 311 miles (500 km). The flying distance is 311 miles (500 km).

How long does it take to get from Hoi An to Ninh Binh?

The travel time from Hoi An to Ninh Binh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 10 to 21 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Hoi An to Ninh Binh?

The cost of the trip from Hoi An to Ninh Binh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is King Express Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 21.48 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 359.60.

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

  • Bus+taxi price: USD 13.86 - USD 53.42. From Hoi An to Ninh Binh starting from 00:00 Hoi An until 00:00 Hoi An
  • Bus tickets - USD 21.48 to USD 54.13;
  • Train tickets - USD 27.20 to USD 359.60;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 31.81. From Hoi An to Ninh Binh starting from 13:03 Da Nang until 13:03 Da Nang
  • Bus+Van price: USD 35.13 - USD 44.75. From Hoi An to Ninh Binh starting from 15:30 Pool Side Villa until 15:40 Hoi An Full Moon Bus
  • taxi+Train price: USD 62.02 - USD 66.39. From Hoi An to Ninh Binh starting from 00:00 Hoi An until 00:00 Hoi An

How many trips per day are there between Hoi An and Ninh Binh?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 04:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:00. There are 126 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 40 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Hoi An 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.

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 Hoi An to Ninh Binh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hoi An 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:

  • 30% decided to go for a bus.
  • 26% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 22% chosen Bus+Train
  • 19% chosen taxi+Train
  • 2% chosen Bus+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Hoi An to Ninh Binh

Facts about the transport from Hoi An to Ninh Binh

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport10h
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:41 PM
Departures per day166
Distance500 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAn Phu Hoi An Travel, Asian Bus Travel, Camel Transport, Cocovip Limousine, Cua Ong Limousine, Damitrans, Dichung, Duy Khanh Transport, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Ha Long Bus Travel, HK Buslines, King Express Bus, Laman Express, Lotus Train, NewLivitrans Express, OUROS Travel, Queen Cafe Bus, Tan Quang Dung Buslines, Thanh Trung Travel, Thuan Hung Travel, Thuy Ngan Limousine, Tiim Group, TP Booking, Tuan Trinh, Viet Lao Bus, Vietnam Rail, Vietnam Railways, VietNam Travel Bus, Violette Trains