Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Ninh Binh
Phong Nha
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Ninh Binh to Phong Nha Destination Reviews

CG
The ride was quite good, but the bus is not cleaned so often, so I fond so food remains from previous travelers
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Luxury 22, Tan Quang Dung, Aug 17, 2025
RS
It was dirty, the driver smoked inside and no well driving
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Ninh Binh Interbus, Aug 12, 2025
MD
I was picked up from my hotel and taken straight to the bus. Very straight forward.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Cabin, Ninh Binh Interbus, Aug 5, 2025
PF
Great got picked up and delivered to destination!
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Ninh Binh Interbus, Aug 4, 2025
AM
Bus was on time and comfortable. Driver was quite rude. Said that it was a Bus for whole journey in description. We were actually woken up 40 mins for Phong Nha and told to get off bus. 4 people plus luggage were loaded into a tiny hatchback car to be driven the rest of the way to the town - not sure was car even a taxi. Was glad not to be travelling alone, as probably would have been a bit afraid. Would not use this service again.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Ninh Binh Interbus, Jul 27, 2025
MH
Overall good experience. The communication beforehand was very good. Bus came punctual but unfortunately I had to change into a taxi for the last 30 minutes in the middle of the Night at 2 am. I booked the transfer especially because I knew it would drop me of directly in front of the hostel and I would not have needed to get on a taxi all alone. Not the experience you wish for as a young solo travelling woman. But at least I arrived in time.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Cabin 34, Travel Holic Bus (Travel Holic Bus), Jul 19, 2025
I
The bus is awesome. Maybe if you are over 1.75 cm you won’t have much room in your seat/bed for extended your legs. The bus doesn’t have toilet. You will have usb entry to charge your phone and curtain for more privacy. This bus Ninh Binh-Phong Nha (I believe it will get to Hue) make 2 stops for eating and toilet. I would suggest that you take your own food and do not buy in those places. Not many options and not so fresh, but prices are fine. The first stop will be after 2 hours of driving and another one after 4 hours. I bought the ticket and I receive a message that the bus won’t be on time, so try to put a vnd number to be aware of any changes.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP 22 Sleeper, TP Booking (TP Booking), Jul 17, 2025
NR
We had the most relaxing bus ride from Tam Coc to Phong Nah! I was a little bit stressed out as the pickup location changed twice, but everything was communicated via WhatsApp. The bus arrived on time (this was a first among all the other buses we had used), it was really clean, and we even arrived half an HR early at our destination. 5 stars for this service 😁
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Ninh Binh Interbus, Jul 16, 2025
PD
We need more stops for toilets !
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Ninh Binh Interbus, Jul 16, 2025
FM
It was the worst bustrip of my life. First of all, the bus was very very dirty. There were even food rests left from like 3/4 weeks ago. Furthermore, my cabin was really dirty. The drivers were really rude and they were smoking inside the bus. We left almost 2 hours late. The driver drove the wrong way on the highway and he drove dangerously overall. I would not recommend at all. Been at 3 other busses and those were perfect, but if I could I would give this one -5 stars.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Ninh Binh Interbus, Jul 14, 2025
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Ninh Binh to Phong Nha Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Mango Travel
SUV 4pax
Any time
+6h 30m
$197.72
  5.0
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
07:00
14:00
$20.91
  4.0
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
07:30
14:30
$20.91
  3.7
Bus
Full Moon Party Tour
VIP Cabin
07:50
15:30
$21.00
  4.7
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
08:30
16:00
$19.16
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
09:00
16:30
$19.16
  4.0
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
09:25
16:25
$19.43
Bus
DK Luxury Discovery
VIP 22 Single Cabin
10:00
16:45
$20.91
  4.3
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
Cabin 22
10:30
17:30
$19.77
  4.3
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
11:00
18:00
$19.43
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
17:30
23:30
$28.52
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20
18:30
03:30
$28.52
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
Local Cabin
19:00
02:00
$20.15
  5.0
Bus
Full Moon Party Tour
VIP
19:20
02:50
$15.80
Bus
Grouptour
Sleeper 41
19:38
03:58
$19.58
  3.4
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
19:55
02:55
$19.43
Bus
DK Luxury Discovery
VIP 22 Single Cabin
20:15
03:00
$20.91
  4.3
Bus
Full Moon Party Tour
VIP
20:35
04:05
$15.80
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
Cabin 34
21:00
04:00
$13.31
  3.9
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
21:30
04:30
$20.91
  4.0

Transportation from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Facts about the transport from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport6h
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure11:43 PM
Departures per day3
Distance300 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Cat Ba Discovery, Cat Ba Panorama, Charmy Express, Cua Ong Limousine, Damitrans, Duy Khanh Transport, Green Trips, Grouptour, HK Buslines, Kim Chi 265, King Express Bus, Laman Express, Lotus Train, Mango Travel, NewLivitrans Express, Ninh Binh Footprint, Ninh Binh Interbus, QH Discovery Travel, Quang Dung Limousine, Queen Cafe Bus, Tan Quang Dung, Tan Quang Dung, Thuan Hung, Thuan Hung, Thuy Ngan, TP Booking, Travel Holic Bus, Tuan Trinh, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, Vietnam Rail, Violette Trains

How to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • 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 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 294.68. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 237.64.

How far is Ninh Binh from Phong Nha?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha. Your trip will be a total of 187 miles (300 km). The flying distance is 187 miles (300 km).

How long does it take to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?

The travel time from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?

The cost of the trip from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mango Travel: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 237.64 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 294.68.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 13.84 to USD 38.02;
  • Train tickets - USD 18.07 to USD 226.12;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 19.01. From Ninh Binh to Phong Nha starting from 20:00 53 Tran Hung Dao until 20:00 53 Tran Hung Dao

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 237.64 to USD 294.68.

How many trips per day are there between Ninh Binh and Phong Nha?

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha 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 Phong Nha. 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 237.64.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

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 Phong Nha

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha? 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:

  • 80% decided to go for a bus.
  • 18% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other