Ninh Binh to Hoi An

Ninh Binh to Hoi An

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Ninh Binh to Hoi An Schedule

Ninh Binh to Hoi An Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 00:27 - 13:36$ 44.90
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 08:27 - 23:27$ 39.17
Vietnam Railways VIP Sleeper 11:19 - 03:24VND 1,086k
Vietnam Railways Class II AC 15:40 - 06:08VND 589k
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 17:52 - 09:03$ 43.69
Grouptour VIP 20 18:45 - 16:25VND 794k
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 21:42 - 11:03VND 853k
Vietnam Railways VIP Sleeper 22:12 - 12:35VND 988k

Transportation from Ninh Binh to Hoi An

Facts about the transport from Ninh Binh to Hoi An

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport13h 10m
Earliest Departure12:13 AM
Latest Departure11:21 PM
Departures per day50
Distance659 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDong Hanh Limousine, Full Moon Party Tour, Grouptour, Laman Express, Lotus Train, Techbus VN JSC, Tiim Group, Vietnam Railways, Violette Express Train

Ninh Binh to Hoi An Destination Reviews

TG
Terrible. The bus never came. The staff had very little information and we didn't get any. 1 hour later they did their best to split us between different buses. The bus we were put into was full and the luggages had to be stored in the corridors in a very unsafe way. People had to walk in the bags to move in the bus (to go to the toilet). The poor staff inside the bus didn't have a place to seat because of this. We were woken up at 7 am to be put in a minibus with no explanation. However we arrived only 30mn later than planned but not without a lot of stress and tiredness...
Bus Sleeper 38, Full Moon Party Tour (Full Moon Party Tour), Nov 17, 2023
AP
Very comfortable bus. Pick up was delayed by 1h. We were dropped off at a garage in hue and had to wait for 2h. There were people waiting for us to scam with bike tours, some girls went with them and got lost - please don’t join them for a tour. After waiting for 2h we took a minivan to Hoi an, which was ok.
Bus VIP 33 Sleeper , Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 3, 2023
YZ
We were asked to come early than scheduled due to the bus
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Duc Duong Bus, Oct 3, 2023
SC
The bus was two hours late. The first hours until Hue were indeed in a luxury bus. The bus itself was fine, the driving however was incredibly wild and bumpy, making several people nauseous. However, in Hue we were told to get out and transfer to a smaller van. This van took another two hours to arrive. Once it got here, it was more like hitching a ride with a postal van than the luxury bus transfer we booked and paid for. The van easily made 10+ stops, pushing boxes in and out of the van. This includes boxes at your feet and next to your shoulder. I had to sit three hours next to a box crawling with little bugs, with no leg room because someone else's bag was put there (so again more boxes could be pushed into the van). Very very far from a luxury bus experience
Bus VIP 33 Sleeper , Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 28, 2023
JK
Beside the fact that we had a delay of 1 hour at the beginning, we arrived more than punctual. We had a good sleep in the bus and the breaks absolut good. Be aware if you have to drop-off somewhere on the route. Not all passenger had been waked up, so they got of the bus in another city
Bus Sleeper 41, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jul 22, 2023
ME
Bus was almost 2 hours late. Bus driver was extremely rude at pickup and spoke no English. Wouldn’t even show us our names on a list to confirm we were getting on the right bus. We had to change buses in Hue, which was not specified on the ticket, and the change was extremely chaotic and no one knew what was going on. 12go voucher did not specify the drop off address, and it was not provided to me when I messaged the bus via WhatsApp. Only good thing was that bus was clean and seats were comfortable if you didn’t get a middle bed.
Bus VIP, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jul 9, 2023
AL
We got to the bus, and then after 10 km they told us to get off. We did not have any bunk, we were on the floor. So they said we have to leave the bus and wait for an other one. It was quite scary, no one was able to told any sort of information, what kind of other bus should we take etc.
Bus VIP, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jun 27, 2023
GN
The sleeper bus was fine, but from 6am we had to wait to change bus for more than 2 hours in some garage and then we were put into microbus, which was making many stops along the way to distribute parcels.
Bus Sleeper 41, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jun 12, 2023
EF
first of all the bus was an hour and a half late, and it didn’t even arrive from the agreed place we had to get a taxi to it. Secondly we booked VIP but we’re left on beds with no curtains and people sleeping on the floor around us due to overbooking. Then when we finally arrived at what we thought was our destination we were told the bus wouldn’t go any further and we had to get an hour long taxi at 7am (even though we were supposed to arrive at 12:30pm) which we had to pay extra for. All in all, awful experience.
Bus VIP, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Mar 28, 2023
AR
Driver threw our bags in a puddle and all our clothes got wet and dirty.
Bus VIP, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jan 5, 2023
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How to get from Ninh Binh to Hoi An

When you want to get from Ninh Binh to Hoi An, 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 Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+van 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 127.62. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 19.36.

How far is Ninh Binh from Hoi An?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ninh Binh to Hoi An. Your trip will be a total of 410 miles (659 km). The flying distance is 410 miles (659 km).

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

The travel time from Ninh Binh to Hoi An can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 14 to 20 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Ninh Binh to Hoi An 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 expect to pay as low as USD 19.36 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 127.62.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 19.36 to USD 34.09;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 22.73. From Ninh Binh to Hoi An starting from 19:25 Ninh Binh Luxury SSB until 19:35 Ninh Binh Luxury SSB
  • Train tickets - USD 23.22 to USD 127.62;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 24.91 - USD 41.19. From Ninh Binh to Hoi An starting from 17:52 Ninh Binh until 17:52 Ninh Binh
  • taxi+Train price: USD 56.52 - USD 73.77. From Ninh Binh to Hoi An starting from 08:27 Ninh Binh until 08:27 Ninh Binh

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 26 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 18:45 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:45. There are 22 available bus trips every day.
  • 2 by Bus+Van from Ninh Binh to Hoi An starting from 19:25 Ninh Binh Luxury SSB until 19:35 Ninh Binh Luxury SSB

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Ninh Binh to Hoi An 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 Ninh Binh to Hoi An

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

  • 36% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 27% chosen Bus+Train
  • 27% chosen taxi+Train
  • 8% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% chosen Bus+Van