How to Get From Halong Bay to Ninh Binh

Many people who want to visit key destinations in northern Vietnam choose the Halong Bay-
Ninh Binh route. After spending two or three days at Halong Bay, you may save time by
traveling directly to Ninh Binh for another short excursion without having to return to Hanoi.
However, if you are still unsure about how to plan transportation or the quickest route to go
from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh, this post will be quite useful.

The distance between Halong Bay and Ninh Binh is approximately 190 kilometers (from the
Halong international cruise terminal to the Trang An scenic complex). To go from Halong
Bay to Ninh Binh, there are three options: limousine bus, private car or taxi, or local bus.
Without stopping, the journey takes around 3.5 hours.
The ideal way to go from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh relies mostly on your goals and money.
You should be aware of the precise transportation details from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh
provided below.
1. By Limousine bus
Taking a limousine bus from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh is efficient, economically viable, and
highly recommended option. These buses travel on well-maintained roadways with defined
stops. The overall transmission time ranges between 3.5 and 4 hours. One of the most
significant benefits of moving by tourist or limousine bus is that you will not be swamped by
crowds because each limousine seats just nine passengers. Furthermore, couples or
independent travelers will appreciate this choice the most sense, instead of hiring a full
automobile, you may pick a shared option with other strangers that are less expensive.

A Limousine 9 seats costs between VND 300.000 and VND 400.000 per passenger.
Some popular tourist and Limousine bus companies following Halong Bay - Ninh Binh route
are:
- Duy Khanh Limousine Hanoi - Ninh Binh
 Heure de départ : 06h00, 07h00, 08h00, 09h00, 10h00, 11h00, 12h00, 13h00,
14h00, 15h00
 Point de ramassage: 24 Thuy Tung, Tung Luxury Hotel, Ha Long City
 Point de dépôt: n ° 46, rue 27/7 Hotel Ninh Binh Center, ville de Ninh Binh
 Prix du billet : 300 000 VND/1 billet
 Ligne directe : 1900.57.57.25 – 0888.389.996
- The long voyage limousine Ha Long - Ninh Binh
 Heure de départ : 07h30, 12h30, 18h30
 Point de ramassage : Bai Chay <> Hon Gai <> Ha Long
 Point de retour : The Long Hotel <> Ninh Binh Office
 Prix du billet : 200 000 VND/1 billet
 Ligne directe : 1900.57.57.25 – 0888.389.996
- Quang Muoi Limousine Ha Long - Ninh Binh
 Heure de départ : 05h20, 05h40, 06h20, 06h40, 07h20, 07h40, 08h20, 08h40,
09h20, 09h40
 Point de ramassage : Gare routière de Bai Chay
 Point de chute : Gare routière de Ninh Binh
 Prix du billet : 250 000 VND/1 billet
 Ligne directe : 1900.57.57.25 – 0888.389.996
- Thanh Trung Limousine Ha Long - Ninh Binh
  Heure de départ : 01h30, 01h45, 05h00, 05h15, 05h30, 05h45, 08h30, 08h45,
12h00, 12h15
 Point de ramassage : Gare routière de Bai Chay <> Vincom Plaza Ha Long
 Point de chute : Gare routière de Ninh Binh
 Prix du billet : 250 000 VND/1 billet
 Ligne directe : 1900.57.57.25 – 0888.389.996
- Adam Viet Limousine Ha Long - Ninh Binh
 Heure de départ : 06h00, 07h00, 08h00, 09h00, 10h00, 11h00, 12h00, 13h00,
14h00, 15h00
 Point de ramassage: 24 Thuy Tung, Tung Luxury Hotel, Ha Long City
 Point de dépôt: n ° 46, rue 27/7 Hotel Ninh Binh Center, ville de Ninh Binh
 Prix du billet : 300 000 VND/1 billet
 Ligne directe : 1900.57.57.25 – 0888.389.996
2. By private car/ taxi
Transferring from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh by private vehicle or taxi is the quickest and
most pleasant option. You have the ability to be flexible in terms of time and driving routes.
This is the greatest option for families with children or groups of friends. However, it is also
the most expensive mode of transportation. It costs around $135 USD for each car for 3 to 4
passengers.

Taxi companies from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh include:

 Mai Linh Taxi: 0203 362 86 28
 Hon Gai Taxi: 0203 384 84 84
 Thanh Cong Taxi: 0203 367 57 57
3. By local bus
Traveling by local bus may not be pleasant, but it is incredibly cost-effective and ideal for
budget-conscious tourists. Every day, direct buses go from Halong City to Ninh Binh.

You must first travel to Bai Chay bus station and purchase a ticket at the ticket desk. It
normally takes 4 to 5 hours and costs between VND 160.000 and VND 250.000 for each
person, one trip.
Pour vous rendre au train local Halong-Ninh Binh, vous devrez prendre un taxi jusqu'à la
gare de Bai Chay. La distance : Hon Gai – Bai Chay, Tuan Chau – Bai Chay. Vous pouvez
demander aux employés de la compagnie maritime de vous aider à appeler un taxi.
Some local buses that have direct transfer from Halong Bay to Ninh Binh:
- Ha Long se rend à la gare routière de Ninh Binh - Anh Thang - 0961 393 557
 Type de véhicule : nouvelle voiture Samco 29 places
 Heure de départ : 5h30
 Prix du billet: 150.000 VND

- Ha Long à Kim Son – Vu Ngu - 0913 292 471

 Type de véhicule : nouvelle voiture Samco 29 places

 Prix du billet: 130.000 VND

- Ha Long à Ninh Binh - Hai Thang - 1900 272 708

 Type de véhicule : lit haut de gamme, nouvelle vie. Wifi, usb, climatisation,
eau potable, couverture…
  Heure de départ : 12h30
 Prix du billet: 130.000 VND

- Ha Long à Ninh Binh - Hung Duc - 19008971

 Type de véhicule : lit haut de gamme, nouvelle vie. Wifi, usb, climatisation,
eau potable, couverture…
 Heure de départ : 10h30
 Prix du billet: 140.000 VND

Warning:

- You should pay attention to your personal belongings and watch out for several
crimes like pickpocketing and stealing at the bus station.
- Check out information about the bus schedule before coming to the station to avoid
waiting.
Local tips:
- Buy tickets as early as possible to avoid overbooking and price rise especially in peak
season or public holidays.
- Prepare necessary items like first-aid equipment, water, and some medicines because
most vehicles follow the highways with only a few stops.
- Check rented vehicles carefully in case you want to travel by yourself.
- Be careful with minor crimes in public areas and tourist attractions.
- Dress properly when you visit spiritual sites in Ninh Binh.