Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

Ninh Binh
Lao Cai
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Ninh Binh to Lao Cai Destination Reviews

GE
Gill E
3 rows of beds, quite narrow. Windows clear though so could look out if you wanted. Blanket and water, no pillow. Slope of bed adjustable and seat belt worked. Announcements in English as well as Vietnamese. Kept well to time.
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus Limousine 34 Cabin, Futa Ha Son (Futa Hà Sơn), Mar 25, 2026
FM
Fabio M
The Pick up point in Tam Coc could not be reached by the bus and when asked for a pickup, they declined. The bus wasnt the one on the pictures but was not too bad. (Still not the same as advertised)
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jun 4, 2024
K
Kaitlyn
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.
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jan 12, 2024
JS
John S
40 minutes late in departure, poor transfer at Lao Cai died to lack of information.
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 28, 2023
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Gerasimos
Bra buss och bra resa till Sapa från Ninh Binh (Bus Vip 22)
This review was autotranslated
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 26, 2023
MJ
Mario J
The bed was good. But there was not really any service on the bus.
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 19, 2023
DS
Daniel S
Departed 40 Minutes late, arrived on time. Many stops on the way. Drive felt save.
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 25, 2023
TC
Tomislav C
Rude drivers, dirty and old
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Van Van + VIP Bus, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 23, 2023
AP
Alicia P
We were 2h early due to the fast driving of the driver.
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 4, 2023
TR
Tokessa R
Seats were really small and the blanket was stained but the driver was great
Ninh Binh to Lao Cai, Bus VIP, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Sep 27, 2023
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Ninh Binh to Lao Cai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
04:30
11:45
$15.66
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
05:00
15:00
$28.48
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Lower Single Cabin
05:30
12:00
$17.09
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
06:00
16:00
$28.48
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
06:30
13:45
$15.66
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
07:00
17:00
$28.48
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
07:30
17:00
$20.88
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
08:00
18:00
$28.48
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Lower Single Cabin
08:30
16:00
$17.94
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
09:00
19:00
$28.48
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
09:30
16:45
$15.66
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
10:00
20:00
$28.48
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Lower Single Cabin
10:30
17:00
$17.09
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
11:00
21:00
$28.48
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
11:30
18:45
$15.66
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
12:00
22:00
$28.48
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
Sleeper 40
12:30
21:30
$12.53
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
Sleeper 40
12:50
21:50
$12.53
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
13:30
23:00
$20.88
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
14:00
00:00
$28.48

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 Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+taxi+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 23.58. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 19.48.

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 159 miles (255 km). The flying distance is 159 miles (255 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 10 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 Ha Son Ha Tinh Sapa: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 19.48 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 23.58.

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

  • Bus+taxi price: USD 11.57. 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 11.57 - USD 77.46. 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 19.48 to USD 23.58;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 23.73 - USD 25.15. From Ninh Binh to Lao Cai starting from 04:50 02 Dao Duy Tu until 19:50 02 Dao Duy Tu

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 143.08 to USD 293.63.

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 12:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:15. There are 6 available bus trips every 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 143.08.

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:

  • 95% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

Facts about the transport from Ninh Binh to Lao Cai

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport5h 5m
Earliest Departure4:50 AM
Latest Departure11:15 PM
Departures per day6
Distance255 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGrouptour, Ha Son Ha Tinh Sapa, Halong Transportation, Hanoi VIP Transfer, Ninh Binh Interbus, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Taxigo vn, Viet Technologies Travel