Find and book bus tickets from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

The total distance between Halong Bay and Ninh Binh is approximately 220km which takes around 5 hours to drive. From Halong Bay, you have plenty of transportation options to travel to Ninh Binh Province including private car/ taxi, tourist/ Limousine bus, local shuttle bus, train, and motorbike.

The most convenient and direct route that connects Halong Bay and Ninh Binh is Highway 18 running south to Hai Phong City then you follow Highway 10 running west towards Ninh Binh.

Route short description:

1. From Halong Bay, head south toward Bai Chay Bridge
2. Cross Bai Chay Bridge and drive either on Highway 18 or CT06 Expresswat for around 50km to Hai Phong City.
3. Upon arrival in Hai Phong City, approach and follow Highway 10 for around 170km to Ninh Binh City.

How to get from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

The primary means of transportation connecting Halong Bay and Ninh Binh include private car/ taxi, tourist/ Limousine bus, local shuttle bus, train, and motorbike. Choose the optimal vehicle to transfer that suits your budget, travel style, and purposes.

By private car/ taxi

Hiring a private car or taxi brings you a sense of utmost convenience and comfort while transferring from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh. This option is the most expensive but ideal for families and small groups. The taxi fare is about 100 - 150 USD.

Taxi brands from Halong Bay - Ninh Binh:

• Mai Linh Taxi: 0203 362 86 28
• Hon Gai Taxi: 0203 384 84 84
• Thanh Cong Taxi: 0203 367 57 57

By tourist/ Limousine bus

Solo travelers and couples who prefer a shared, money-saving mode of transportation should take a tourist or Limousine bus. It is much cheaper but still convenient enough for a long-haul drive. The price is around 15 USD to 20 USD per pax.

By local shuttle bus

Local buses are a cost-saving option for budget-minded travelers, although they may not be the most comfortable. You should buy bus tickets in advance which are available at the Bai Chay bus station. The prices range from 7 USD - 12 USD per pax/ one way. 

Some local bus companies offering direct transfers from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh are Anh Thang Bus, Vu Ngu Bus, Quan Nam Bus, and Hai Thang Bus.

By motorbike

If you are an adventurous traveler craving a scenic motorbike ride from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, passing spectacular landscapes, it is best to rent a motorbike. The route can be busy and chaotic sometimes but pretty straightforward and you can also stop for taking photos or resting flexibly.

This option is not recommended for inexperienced drivers.

By train

Taking a train is a good option if you want to come back to Hanoi and then transfer to Ninh Binh. It is more time-consuming but worth trying for an extraordinary experience.

• Hanoi Railway Station: No. 120 Le Duan Street, Hoan Kiem District
• Ninh Binh Railway Station: No.1 Hoang Hoa Tham Street, Ninh Binh City

Trains depart every day and the ticket price is around 6.5 USD - 11 USD per pax.

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