April Adventure, Arirang Travel, Cat Ba Panorama, Daiichi Travel, Duc Duong Bus, Duy Khang Limousine, Duy Khang Limousine, Duy Khanh Transport, Full Moon Party Tour, Green Trips, Grouptour, King Express Bus, Luxury Van Limousine, Ninh Binh Excursion, Queen Cafe Bus, Techbus VN JSC, Tien Dat Trans, To Vietnam Travel, Trang An Limousine, Truly Hagiang, Viet Nam Travel Bus, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, Vietnam Luxury Travel, VietNam Travel Bus, Wego Halong, XE Vietnam
Hanoi to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews
DJ
Daniel J
Car was great. However, the rest of the experience was horrible. We get picked up and then pursue to pick up the rest of the people who is driving with us. I understand that this is part of the service, but it took as long as the trip itself as we were the first to get picked up. More than an hour in Hanoi morning traffic. We finally get to the Van, which have to get us to Tam coc. This van was great as said before, but when the driver chooses to drive more than 210km/h and uses the horn everytime he passes another car, then the comfort is not compensating the slighest bit.
A side note for recommendation - please give some guidelines on how to behave as a pasenger. There was a guy doing multiple phone calls (around 10), screaming into the phone on every call. I get you want to kill time, and you are of course allowed to talk on the phone or it might be nessecary - But calling your whole family and friends - and then ignore the fact that there are other people in the van who doesn’t give one damn, then please recommend them to buy there own private transportation if they are that important.
Bus VIP 9 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), May 15, 2024
AP
Adam P
Everything as expected. Ride was smooth and on time. Van was pretty comfy with leather massage seats.
Bus Limousine, To Vietnam Travel, May 15, 2024
RK
Raphael K
Two stars because we were on time and that the journey started on time. How that happened is one star. Like others before we were brought to another place from the same agency were we changed from a van with no seatbelts to the 9-seater mini bus you see on all the pictures. This short trip to the south of Hanoi took exactly one hour.
Both drivers didn’t speak English, wich I can accept when the agency takes care they stick to the plan. Concerning a decent driving style, this didn’t apply. Changing lanes all the time taking every single opportunity to overtake (left or right). If this is not what your are in for take the train. It’s not really slower and less dangerous. Grab is an alternative as well with ca double the price (15€ instead of 8€ for the mini busses), the drivers mostly speak English and will be happy to accommodate any driving style. If you like risky driving, abrupt braking and constant honking go with Ninh Binh Luxury SSB Grouptour. It’s a fair option, we did it and might repeat the experience when the train is overbooked…
Bus VIP 9 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), May 15, 2024
NI
Niamh I
Estimated 1.5 hour trip took over 2.5 hours with multiple stops and changing bus. Wouldn’t recomend
Bus Limousine, To Vietnam Travel, May 13, 2024
A
Andreas
Too many times you had to switch the mini van. The driver was riding the car a bit aggressively.
Bus VIP 9 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Apr 24, 2024
SJ
Shaashwat J
3 transfers, but overall good. The vehicles were comfortable.
Bus VIP 9 Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Mar 28, 2024
ND
Niharika D
The seats were not good.
Bus Express 35, Sapa Dragon Express (Sapa Dragon Express), Mar 23, 2024
L
Lamberto
3 changes, 1,50 minutes delay e all the trip with my backpack on my legs because no space
Bus VIP 12pax, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Feb 29, 2024
F
Felix
A bit chaotic but arrived at our destination more or less according to plan.
This review was autotranslated
Ein bisschen chaotisch aber mehr oder weniger nach Plan am Zielort angekommen.
Bus Minibus, Daiichi Travel (Daiichi Travel), Feb 14, 2024
V
Vaidas
We had to go to the middle of nowhere for a pickup and then stood in the city for over an hour right next to where our hotel was waiting for more people to come. It would be nice to jave an ability to pick a pickup point.
Bus Express 16, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Feb 13, 2024
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Hanoi to Ninh Binh by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Hanoi to Ninh Binh a conscious and budget-friendly option.
Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.
Here is the list of operators serving the route: .
How far is Hanoi from Ninh Binh?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 67 km between Hanoi and Ninh Binh.
How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Ninh Binh by bus?
Buses normally need between 1h 20m and 4h hours to get to Ninh Binh from Hanoi. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.
On this route, Trang An Limousine offers the fastest service. Cat Ba Panorama buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.
Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.
How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Ninh Binh by bus?
The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.
Anyway, travelling by bus between Hanoi and Ninh Binh remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company) and costs USD 4.57. A Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour)'s ticket will set you back USD 4.57 on average.
Travelling by bus essentials
If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.
