Phong Nha to Ninh Binh

Phong Nha to Ninh Binh

Phong Nha
Ninh Binh
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Phong Nha to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews

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Ste N
Everything was fine apart from a cockroach on my bed that disappeared underneath the mattress. When I looked down the side there were many crumbs of food and dust, which is breading ground for cochroach. I understand it is hard to reach everywhere when cleaning but still a little off putting.
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, May 18, 2026
MC
Maud C
We travel with a 4 and 6 year old. We picked this bus because it was meant to arrive at 6.30 am but it’s a scam. It arrives 2 hr early hence 4am which is the reason why we didn’t pick an another company. The bus itself was comfortable but not as much as others. And the beds were a little narrower
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), May 12, 2026
BJ
Bernard J
Arrived one hour late, wrong bus type to images provided.
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Cabin 34, Ha Long Bus Travel, May 7, 2026
L
Lucie
Compartments were a bit small with 3 columns of beds instead of 2. Bus left late but arrived early. Driver was driving fast. 2 stops for restaurant and toilets which was great for a 7h journey. It was a good trip.
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Cabin 34, Ha Long Bus Travel, May 6, 2026
IP
Ingrid P
The bus left almost an hour early making the start very stressful, the driver drove really fast and the bus ended at a different stop than communicated. Although this spot was fine it would've been nice to know.
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Cabin 22, Camel Transport, May 3, 2026
MC
Michael C
The bus arrived an hour late. The cabins were dirty from the passengers before. The bus was overbooked so people had to sleep in the aisle. First part was ok to sleep. After the break the driver was in a rush, drove very fast and used the horn permanently. The cabin was good. Plenty of room.
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin, Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh), May 1, 2026
SQ
Sebastien Q
The bus was on time, nice staff, the seats are really old, there was no foam in the seat for me but overall I recommend this company
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 32 Cabin, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Apr 29, 2026
WW
William W
Bus itself is very nice and comfortable, but they picked me up over 2 hours late from the side of the road with very poor communication the whole time - I'd repeatedly tried contacting them about the pickup time with no response and was only informed about the delay after my original pickup time
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Apr 25, 2026
TF
Temple F
Minimal stops as there was a (very clean) toilet on the bus, because of this we arrived early, yay!!!
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Apr 21, 2026
DQ
Daniel Q
Excellent service from start to finish. My own seat would move up/down but it’s only a minor issue. Clean and lots of space (6ft 1’ man) to stretch out. Water and wipes provided and a clean toilet on board. Highly recommended and far better than any other company we’ve used in Vietnam!
Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Apr 17, 2026
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Phong Nha to Ninh Binh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Duc Thanh Kon Tum
VIP 34
00:00
09:00
$25.42
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
00:30
07:30
$18.97
  3.8
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Royal Cabin
01:00
10:00
$18.97
  5.0
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
01:30
08:30
$18.97
  3.8
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
03:00
09:30
$16.39
  5.0
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
04:00
10:30
$16.39
  5.0
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
08:45
16:45
$18.97
  3.8
Bus
Duy Khanh Limousine
Limousine 24 Double Cabin
09:05
17:35
$18.97
Bus
Duy Khanh Limousine
Double cabin
09:21
16:21
$18.97
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
09:45
16:45
$18.97
  3.8
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
VIP Cabin
10:15
17:15
$19.73
  3.7
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
VIP Cabin
10:45
17:45
$19.73
  3.7
Bus
Duy Khanh Limousine
Double cabin
11:02
20:32
$20.87
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
13:00
20:00
$18.97
  4.0
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
13:30
20:30
$18.97
  3.8
Bus
Ninh Binh Footprint
Royal Cabin
14:00
22:00
$18.82
Bus
QH Discovery Travel
Cabin 22
14:30
21:30
$18.97
  3.8
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
VIP Cabin
15:00
22:00
$19.73
  3.7
Bus
Quang Dung Sai Gon
Limousine 22 WC
17:30
02:00
$28.46
Bus
Duy Khanh Limousine
Double cabin
17:50
00:50
$18.97

How to get from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh

When you want to get from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh, 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 388.89. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 260.84.

How far is Phong Nha from Ninh Binh?

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

The travel time from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 11 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh 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 260.84 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 388.89.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 13.75 to USD 39.24;
  • Train tickets - USD 22.49 to USD 333.88;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 26.08. From Phong Nha to Ninh Binh starting from 09:30 Thien Phu Hostel until 09:30 Thien Phu Hostel
  • Bus+Train price: USD 98.17. From Phong Nha to Ninh Binh starting from 17:15 Thien Phu Hostel until 17:15 Thien Phu Hostel

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 260.84 to USD 388.89.

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

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 Phong Nha to Ninh Binh any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh 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 Phong Nha to Ninh Binh. 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 260.84.

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 Phong Nha to Ninh Binh

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

  • 68% decided to go for a bus.
  • 16% chosen Bus+Train
  • 14% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh

Facts about the transport from Phong Nha to Ninh Binh

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport5h
Earliest Departure12:10 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day7
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCamel Transport, Cua Ong Limousine, Damitrans, Duy Khanh Transport, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Ha Long Bus Travel, HK Buslines, King Express Bus, Laman Express, Lotus Train, Mango Travel, NewLivitrans Express, Ninh Binh Interbus, QH Discovery Travel, Queen Cafe Bus, T Travel, Tan Quang Dung Buslines, Thanh Trung Travel, Thuan Hung Travel, Vietnam Rail, VietNam Travel Bus, Violette Trains