Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

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Ninh Binh to Lao Cai Schedule

Ninh Binh to Lao Cai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Grouptour Van 9pax 00:00 - 05:20VND 6,900k
Techbus VN JSC Van + Cabin 05:00 - 15:00VND 720k
Techbus VN JSC Van + Cabin 06:00 - 16:00VND 720k
Luxury Van Limousine Van Limousine + VIP Cabin 08:30 - 19:00VND 700k
Full Moon Party Tour Van + VIP Bus 11:30 - 21:00VND 729k
Luxury Van Limousine Van Limousine + VIP Cabin 12:30 - 22:30VND 725k
Luxury Van Limousine Van Limousine + VIP Cabin 14:30 - 00:30VND 725k
Grouptour Sleeper 38 Express 16:55 - 01:15VND 432k
Grouptour VIP 32 18:55 - 03:05VND 386k
Full Moon Party Tour Sleeper 38 21:40 - 05:50VND 498k
Techbus VN JSC VIP 22 22:15 - 07:15VND 660k

Transportation from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

Facts about the transport from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport5h 15m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:45 PM
Departures per day584
Distance263 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDuc Duong Bus, Fanxipan, Full Moon Party Tour, Grouptour, Luxury Van Limousine, Ninh Binh Footprint, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Techbus VN JSC, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, Vietnam Railways, VTS

Ninh Binh to Lao Cai Destination Reviews

K
Pick up was over an hour late and we were waiting thinking we’d be left. We eventually got taken by car to the bus. Then the bus arrived almost 2 hours early!!! Leaving us stuck and a bit stranded in the rain. There was someone smoking on the bus, making the whole bus smell.
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jan 12, 2024
JS
40 minutes late in departure, poor transfer at Lao Cai died to lack of information.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 28, 2023
G
Bra buss och bra resa till Sapa från Ninh Binh (Bus Vip 22)
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Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 26, 2023
MJ
The bed was good. But there was not really any service on the bus.
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 19, 2023
DS
Departed 40 Minutes late, arrived on time. Many stops on the way. Drive felt save.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 25, 2023
TC
Rude drivers, dirty and old
Van Van + VIP Bus, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 23, 2023
AP
We were 2h early due to the fast driving of the driver.
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 4, 2023
TR
Seats were really small and the blanket was stained but the driver was great
Bus VIP, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Sep 27, 2023
AH
The Busdriver drove like a fanatic. We did not feel that save overall. We arrived 2 hours earlier than planned. Luckily our hotel let us in in the middle of the night….
Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Sep 21, 2023
SD
For the bus itself (VIP 22), 4 stars: nice private cabins with curtains on both sides, fully-flat 6 ft long beds with good width, padding and blanket, 2 USB ports for charging phones (but not enough juice for a laptop), reading lights, adjustable aircon vents, hanging hooks. Shoes-off on boarding the bus. Toilet at the back. Not 5 stars because: my aircon vents made an annoying whistling sound (poor maintenance?), some other cabins had whole families sharing the same berth (sometimes noisy), occasional toilet flushes were audible (although thankfully no smell in the bus). For the booking process, 2 stars: as others have commented, this was poor. Aafter paying on 12Go and receiving a confirmation email, I received a further email 1 hour later from 12Go entitled: "Urgent notice regarding your booking" telling me my bus was fully booked and offering to change me to an inferior bus together with a partial refund. They offered me 20K VND refund, but if I went on the 12Go website I could book the same alternative bus for a saving of 255K VND over what I had already paid. I sent them an email pointing this out, and then an hour later received a reply that the bus operator had found room on my original bus after all and so my original booking was confirmed (again). Was it really necessary to go through this circus? Tip for others: monitor your emails closely after booking your tickets, and be ready to stand your ground in case they try to short-change you.
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jun 11, 2023
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How to get from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

When you want to get from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, 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 Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 290.69. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 12.96.

How far is Ninh Binh from Lao Cai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai. 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 Ninh Binh to Lao Cai?

The travel time from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai 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 Ninh Binh to Lao Cai?

The cost of the trip from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai 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 12.96 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 290.69.

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

  • Train price: USD 4.74 - USD 82.51. From Ninh Binh to Lao Cai starting from 02:42 Ninh Binh until 17:01 Ninh Binh
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 12.33. From Ninh Binh to Lao Cai starting from 06:10 Ninh Binh City Hotel Transfer until 06:10 Ninh Binh City Hotel Transfer
  • Bus+taxi+Train price: USD 12.33 - USD 82.51. From Ninh Binh to Lao Cai starting from 06:10 Ninh Binh City Hotel Transfer until 18:10 Ninh Binh City Hotel Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 12.96 to USD 290.69;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 26.69 - USD 29.12. From Ninh Binh to Lao Cai starting from 05:00 Tbus Ninh Binh until 16:00 Tbus Ninh Binh

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 150.99 to USD 285.60.

How many trips per day are there between Ninh Binh and Lao Cai?

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 22:45. There are 395 available bus trips every day.
  • 178 by Bus+Van from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai starting from 05:00 Tbus Ninh Binh until 16:00 Tbus Ninh Binh
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai 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 Ninh Binh to Lao Cai. 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 150.99.

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 Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai? 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:

  • 54% decided to go for a bus.
  • 43% chosen Bus+Van
  • 1% Other