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

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Pauliina F
We were supposed to reach the destination at 4 pm but ended up reaching 8.30 pm. A very long delay on a trip that was supposed to be 6 hours. Also there was no communication at all, many people working in the bus but nobody was speaking English. The bus was stopping here and there and the guys working at the bus run outside to pee and smoke. Passengers were not able to move that time. Also somebody was smoking inside. Finally we reached the destination but not a very good experience.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Sleeper 34, Thanh Trung Travel, Jun 8, 2026
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Katrina H
Great bus with massage, recliner seats, charging ports that work! Bus driver was good & we stopped 3 times.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jun 8, 2026
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Tully E
Probably the comfiest seats I’ve ever sat in.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jun 3, 2026
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Basti F
The bus itself was really nice and comfortable but we arrived two hours late. There was no communication at all. And I had to ask twice for a toilet break.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP 34, TP Booking (TP Booking), Jun 2, 2026
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Gert B
Great bus and Seats. Enough stops on the way. It would have been nicer if the driver had payed a little less attention to his phone while driving.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), May 30, 2026
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Nynke
Unfriendly driver . Let us wait in the heat while he was sitting in the bus . Didn’t help with the luggage and the rest stop was the worst I have been sofar in Vietnam with very limited snack options .
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP Limousine 28, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), May 28, 2026
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Chanelia
The driver smoked on the bus, and the sleeper berth was dirty. When I dared to ask for a stop to use the restroom, the bus dropped me off and left while I was in the bathroom. I'm only giving 2 stars because of the person from the agency who helped me on the phone to get the driver to come back and pick me up, and who arranged for me to be dropped off directly at my hotel.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 24, Thuan Hung Travel, May 24, 2026
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Matteo L
No one waked us up, we missed our stop
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus VIP 22 Sleeper, TP Booking (TP Booking), May 24, 2026
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Viviane M
Bus delayed but no information given, they just ignore you and don't like if you ask about it. Otherwise good.
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, May 24, 2026
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Jenna
We got picked up over an hour late with zero information or anyone to ask, that didn't bother us too much, but we were the first ones there and the last one on the bus as 3 arrived at the same time and there were no one giving any information, and it was a different bus company to the one that was on our ticket. As we were the last ones on the bus we got the back of the bus and these cabins were quite a bit smaller than the others. Also no TVs , it's just a picture in a frame
Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, Bus Cabin 22, Ninh Binh Interbus, May 15, 2026
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Ninh Binh to Phong Nha Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Mango Travel
SUV 4pax
Any time
+6h 30m
$197.49
  5.0
Bus
Tan Quang Dung
VIP Luxury 22
07:00
14:00
$20.89
  3.3
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
07:30
14:30
$20.89
  3.7
Bus
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP Cabin
07:50
15:30
$21.00
  4.7
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
08:30
16:00
$19.14
  5.0
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
09:00
16:30
$19.14
  4.0
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
09:25
16:25
$19.40
Bus
Grouptour
Standard
09:45
15:45
$20.89
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
Cabin 22
10:30
17:30
$19.75
  4.3
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
11:00
18:00
$19.40
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
17:00
23:00
$28.48
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
17:30
23:30
$28.48
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
18:00
00:00
$28.48
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20
18:30
03:30
$28.48
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
Local Cabin
19:00
02:00
$20.13
  5.0
Bus
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP
19:20
02:50
$15.80
Bus
Grouptour
Sleeper 41
19:38
03:58
$19.56
  3.4
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Cabin 22
19:55
02:55
$19.40
Bus
Duy Khanh Transport
Single Cabin
20:15
03:15
$21.08
Bus
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP
20:35
04:05
$15.80

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 323.78. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 261.11.

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 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 156 miles (250 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 5 to 10 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 261.11 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 323.78.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.83 to USD 39.28;
  • Train tickets - USD 19.63 to USD 300.94;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 33.23. 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 261.11 to USD 323.78.

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 261.11.

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:

  • 79% decided to go for a bus.
  • 19% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Facts about the transport from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport5h
Earliest Departure12:03 AM
Latest Departure11:07 PM
Departures per day3
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCharmy Express, Cua Ong Limousine, Damitrans, Duc Duong, Duy Khanh Transport, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Ha Long Bus Travel, HK Buslines, Kim Chi 265, King Express Bus, Laman Express, Lotus Train, Mango Travel, NewLivitrans Express, Ninh Binh Interbus, Queen Cafe Bus, Tan Quang Dung Buslines, Thanh Trung Travel, Thuan Hung Travel, TP Booking, Travel Holic Bus, Vietnam Rail, VietNam Travel Bus, Vin Bus, Violette Trains