Sapa to Ninh Binh

Sapa to Ninh Binh

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Ninh Binh
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Sapa to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews

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Izzy T
I booked 11pm to 8am specifically to align with my travel plans and avoid getting up really early. However we were woken up at 6am and told to get off the bus. When I asked the driver why the time was different to that stated he simply said travelling through Hanoi is faster at night. I feel I didn’t get the service I selected and paid for.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), May 19, 2026
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Yasin K
This was the worst part of my trip to Vietnam. What disappoints me the most is that they told me, “Your van will be here in 10–20 minutes,” but after 40 minutes, when I asked them where it was, they told me to wait another 40 minutes! This is unprofessional.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 11, S Trip, May 17, 2026
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Dorisz P
Nice personal in Sapa, the bus was comfortable and clean. However, we left Sapa with 45 minutes delay and although the expected arrival time to Ninh Binh was 5pm, we started the trip at this time to Ninh Binh, and arrived there az 6.30pm. Nice surprise, that we were dropped-off at the hotel instead of Ninh Binh Office.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 11, S Trip, May 15, 2026
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Juliette
The departure point on my ticket was incorrect, so I had to catch a grab to the correct location. Another passenger had the same issue. Luckily the bus was late so we both made it. The bus was comfortable enough.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, May 14, 2026
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Jitka K
It was okey.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 34, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), May 3, 2026
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Shachaf E
We booked lower cabin seats and received instant confirmation. Later the same day, HK Buslines told us those seats were no longer available and offered upper seats with only a partial refund, or to cancel and lose the 12Go booking fee. This is unacceptable and feels like a bait-and-switch. Very unprofessional — I would not trust this company again
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, May 2, 2026
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Joelle R
The overall experience was good! The sleeper bus was comfy as well as the bus limousine. However, there were too many transfers, and instead of arriving at 3 PM, we arrived at 5:30 PM.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 11, S Trip, Apr 26, 2026
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Patricia K
If I hadn’t gone and asked where exactly the bus would leave earlier in the day, I would not have known it was leaving half an hour earlier than originally scheduled. And it arrived well over 2h earlier than scheduled, so what use is a schedule? It cut my night short by 2h and could have meant me schlepping my luggage around for an additional 2h. There was only one stop during the night, where the recorded message said we had 3 minutes break, which turned out to be 30.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Apr 24, 2026
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Eden M
Great amount of space, wide beds, you get given a blanket and 2 pillows.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Apr 23, 2026
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Klara L
They haven’t put us on the pickup list so we waited an hour and 45 minutes before i texted costumer service and they came back for us. Other than that a nice trip, spacious bus:)
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Apr 21, 2026
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Sapa to Ninh Binh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Viet Technologies Travel
SUV 4pax
Any time
+6h 30m
$128.99
  4.5
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
05:29
14:59
$22.76
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
05:45
17:45
$22.00
Bus
Grouptour
Sleeper 41
06:10
14:50
$12.12
  2.6
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
Cabin 34
06:30
14:30
$12.52
  3.9
Bus
Grouptour
VIP Sleeper 34
07:00
15:20
$13.66
  3.3
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
07:30
17:00
$29.11
  3.5
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
08:00
17:30
$29.11
  3.5
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
08:30
18:00
$24.66
  5.0
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
09:00
18:30
$24.66
Van
Techbus VN JSC
Van + VIP Bus
09:25
19:30
$22.74
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
09:45
21:45
$22.00
Van
Techbus VN JSC
Van + VIP Bus
10:10
20:10
$26.18
  4.0
Bus
April Adventure
VIP Cabin 24
10:26
18:26
$25.80
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
10:45
22:45
$22.00
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
VIP Cabin
11:15
19:15
$20.87
  4.3
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
11:40
21:30
$20.87
  2.0
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
12:00
21:30
$29.11
  3.5
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
VIP Luxury 24 Cabin
12:30
21:30
$33.65
  4.3
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
13:00
22:30
$24.66

How to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh

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

  • Bus
  • 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 Bus 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 30.96. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 23.75.

How far is Sapa from Ninh Binh?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sapa to Ninh Binh. Your trip will be a total of 195 miles (313 km). The flying distance is 195 miles (313 km).

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh?

The travel time from Sapa to Ninh Binh can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 10 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh?

The cost of the trip from Sapa to Ninh Binh varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is King Express Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 23.75 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 30.96.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 23.75 to USD 30.96;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 25.04. From Sapa to Ninh Binh starting from 07:30 100A Dien Bien Phu until 21:30 100A Dien Bien Phu

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 149.78 to USD 312.59.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 11:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 11:01. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Sapa 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 Sapa 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 149.78.

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 Sapa to Ninh Binh

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sapa 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:

  • 75% chosen Bus+Van
  • 24% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Sapa to Ninh Binh

Facts about the transport from Sapa to Ninh Binh

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport6h 15m
Earliest Departure7:30 오전
Latest Departure9:30 오후
Departures per day2
Distance313 kilometers
Transport CompaniesHalong Transportation, Hanoi VIP Transfer, King Express Bus, Mui Ne Private Car, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Taxigo vn, Viet Technologies Travel