Bus left on time, but we arrived in Tam Coc at 4:45am (2 hours earlier than indicated on 12goAsia).
This review was autotranslated
Bus fuhr pünktlich ab, aber wir kamen um 4:45Uhr (2h früher als auf 12goAsia angegeben) in Tam Coc an.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Mar 8, 2024
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Katharina G
We booked a VIP bus ticket, but in the end everyone who had a bus leaving Sapa to Ninh Binh between 9 and 10 pm was put on the same bus leaving at 9.25. The driver drove like a mad man and we arrived more than 2 hours earlier than planned in the middle of the night in Tam Coc (not good if there is no one there at the guesthouse yet). We did not make any toilet break during the 6 hours drive and the people from the bus were unbelievably rude - yelling at us when we were not fast enough entering the bus, slapping my feet with a flip flop, drawing the curtains and turning on the private light at my seat half an hour before we arrived, ... I had the feeling they were on drugs. No idea why they operate like that - and why the authorities are not doing anything against it. Never again.
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 25, 2023
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Xuan D
We booked tickets from Sa Pa to Ninh Binh, departure was supposed to be at 12:20. We arrived at the indicated address at 12 and they told us to wait. At 12:30 we asked if the bus was delayed and they told us that it would depart at 1pm.
At 1:10pm they told us that the bus was broken and that we needed to wait until 4:30pm, in a different location.
Then the departure was actually at 4:40pm (delayed again), the "luxury sleeper bus" was very smelly (like a strong smell of feet mixed with cigarettes). The driver wasa not friendly at all, almost rude.
We were originally supposed to arrive in Ninh Binh at 9:20pm, but we arrived at 1am and we had to ask for a late check-in at the hotel.
Furthermore, the arrival stop in Nimh Binh is really far from the city center (there are no stop in town) so take this into consideration when booking the same route
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 23, 2023
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Margalida P
In the schedule it said the bus was leaving at 21:45h. I was lucky to be there at 21, because the bus was leaving at 21:15h. Moreover, it was supposed to arrive to destination around 6:30am (even the worker in the office was telling us that)... at 3:30am we were told to get off the bus, so we couldn't plan to spend the night anywhere in advance and we had to knock some hostels doors to have a place to sleep.
LET US KNOW THE CORRECT SCHEDULES!
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 20, 2023
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Ellie M
Same as all other terrible reviews. Stopped for hours mid route not sure what to do, but our luggage ended up on the roof which would have been disastrous if it had rained. Staff physically shoving you down the bus and shouting at you. Despite getting confirmation from the helpline that we were definitely getting dropped at ninh binh central hotel, ended up getting kicked out at tam coc bus station 1.5hrs before arrival time so 4.30am. I guess it got us from A to nearly B but it was far from pleasant, but we expected all of this from reading reviews which made it a little easier to deal with
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 15, 2023
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Francesco M
I had the sleeping bus almost only for me, it was quite empty and i got the 5 seats at the end only for me, was excellent so
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 2, 2023
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Sandra
SCAM. After arriving at the bus station and showing the two tickets in VIP class we are told that we have to wait for the next bus. After 10 minutes they told us to get on the bus that was there. They literally put my partner in the first bunk (because to say cabin is too long) and they took me among people who were lying on the floor of the bus to another bunk that was already occupied. They put me there and the man who was inside on the floor. The bus was full of people on the floor in deplorable conditions. The photos on their website are far from the reality.
If you want to take a bus I recommend Bookaway and the company Sao Viet in vip cabin.
This review was autotranslated
ESTAFA. Tras llegar a la estación de buses y enseñar los dos tickets en clase vip nos dicen que tenemos que esperar al próximo bus. A los 10 minutos nos comentan que nos subamos en el bus que estaba allí. Literalmente metieron a mi pareja en el primer camastro (porque decir cabina se queda largo) y a mí me llevan entre gente que había tirada en el suelo del autobús a otro camastro que estaba ya ocupado. Me metieron a mí ahí y al hombre que estaba dentro en el suelo. El autobús iba plagado de gente por el suelo en condiciones deplorables. Las fotos de su página web distan bastante de la realidad.
Si quieres coger bus recomiendo la página de Bookaway y la compañía Sao Viet en cabina vip.
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 22, 2023
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Jesus M
The bus doesn’t have toilet, and that’s is a very big problem. Threre are so much stops and we don’t can go to the toilet.
poor communication, had to change bus without bèing told why even though the bus also went to the same destination, over crowded people sleeping on the floor
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Mar 5, 2023
When you want to get from Lao Cai 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 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 277.91. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 13.68.
How far is Lao Cai from Ninh Binh?
If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh. Your trip will be a total of 164 miles (263 km). The flying distance is 164 miles (263 km).
How long does it take to get from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh?
The travel time from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 12 hours.
How much does it cost to get from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh?
The cost of the trip from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 13.68 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 277.91.
Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh:
Bus tickets - USD 13.68 to USD 256.53;
Bus+Train price: USD 24.96. From Lao Cai to Ninh Binh starting from 22:30 Sapa SSB until 22:30 Sapa SSB
Bus+Van price: USD 25.94. From Lao Cai to Ninh Binh starting from 07:30 100A Dien Bien Phu until 21:30 100A Dien Bien Phu
Train price: USD 34.21 - USD 68.42. From Lao Cai to Ninh Binh starting from 21:40 Sapa Lao Cai until 21:40 Sapa Lao Cai
You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 146.92 to USD 277.91.
How many trips per day are there between Lao Cai 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 22:00. There are 571 available bus trips every day.
5 by Bus+Van from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh starting from 07:30 100A Dien Bien Phu until 21:30 100A Dien Bien Phu
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh any time of the day.
Which means of transport is the best for the route?
Buses
Taking a bus from Lao Cai 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 Lao Cai 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 146.92.
Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..
The most popular transport from Lao Cai to Ninh Binh
How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lao Cai 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:
