After a trip to Ha Long Bay, many tourists choose Ninh Binh as the next destination as the route from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh is easy to go, regardless of the means of transportation you choose. If you are planning to visit Ninh Binh from Ha Long Bay, below are some useful tips and a general itinerary for your trip.
1. How long does it take to travel from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh?
The total distance from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh is 175 kilometers in case you depart from Ha Long International Cruise Port to Trang An Wharf. With this distance, it is expected to take about 3.5 hours to travel without a break.
You can choose one of the following routes to travel from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh:
Route | Distance | Travel time |
Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh City | 210 kilometers | 3 hours and 30 minutes |
Ha Long Bay to Trang An Complex | 190 kilometers | 3 hours and 10 minutes |
Ha Long Bay to Bai Dinh Pagoda | 215 kilometers | 3 hours and 50 minutes |
Ha Long Bay to Cuc Phuong National Park | 240 kilometers | 5 hours |
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2. How to get from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh, Vietnam?
2.1. By limousine bus
Taking a limousine bus from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh is a highly recommended option due to its time efficiency, seat availability, and comfort. These buses travel on well-maintained roads with designated stops. The travel time is between 3.5 and 4 hours.
One of the most significant benefits of traveling by limousine bus is that each limousine bus only carries a maximum of 9 passengers. In particular, all seats are separated from each other so that passengers will feel more comfortable.
A limousine seat costs between VND 300,000 to 400,000.
Some suggested limousine bus companies are:
- Discovery Travel: Hotline 1900 6772
- Limousine Quang Muoi: Hotline 1900 0287
2.2. By private car/taxi
Traveling from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh by private car or taxi is the quickest and most convenient option, as you can fully adjust your schedule. It is particularly ideal for families with children or groups of friends. Yet, its price is also the most expensive. Car rental costs approximately VND 3,000,000 per car which can accommodate 3 or 4 passengers.
Some suggested taxi companies that travel from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh are:
- Mai Linh Taxi: Hotline 0203 362 86 28
- Hon Gai Taxi: Hotline 0203 384 84 84
- Thanh Cong Taxi: Hotline 0203 367 57 57
2.3. By passenger bus
Traveling by passenger bus is incredibly cost-effective and ideal for money-conscious tourists. The travel time is expected to be 4 to 5 hours.
Every day, there are many direct buses from Ha Long to Ninh Binh. To take a bus, you need to get to Bai Chay Bus Station in Ha Long and purchase a bus ticket. It costs between VND 160,000 and 250,000.
Some passenger bus companies that travel from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh are: Anh Thang Bus, Vu Ngu Bus, Quan Nam Bus, and Hai Thang Bus.
It is important that you mind your belongings at the bus station. To save time, check the bus timetable online before arriving at the station.
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2.4. By motorbike
Motorbike is a favorite means of transportation that many adventurers choose to travel from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh. As the route for motorbikes offers many picturesque landscapes, you can stop anywhere to take photos or rest.
It takes about 4 hours to get to Ninh Binh from Ha Long Bay by bike. One thing to keep in mind is that riding a motorbike on your own can be exhausting, especially for inexperienced tourists, so you should strictly follow traffic laws for safety.
3. The 2-day Ninh Binh itinerary for your perfect getaway
It is ideal to spend two days in Ninh Binh, as this tourist destination offers many things to do.
- Day 1: Mua Cave - Bich Dong Pagoda - Tam Coc
The first destination on a two-day itinerary in Ninh Binh is Mua Cave. You need to conquer 486 stone steps to reach the top of the cave. Here, you will be mesmerized by the spectacular view. On one side is the city, while on the other is the majestic limestone mountain and Tam Coc - another famous site of Ninh Binh.
Bich Dong Pagoda is your next destination. It is actually a collection of three temples nestled in a mountain. Inside the pagoda are various stone Buddhist statues and stalactites. Wrap up the first day in Ninh Binh with a boat ride to Tam Coc, which offers up-close views of spectacular limestone cliffs along the way.
- Day 2: Trang An Complex - Bai Dinh Pagoda
The second day starts with visiting the spectacular Trang An Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The complex is home to a majority of notable historical and natural monuments in Ninh Binh. You need to take a boat to access all the spots here. On your trip, you can discover magnificent caves and admire the majestic nature.
After a boat ride in Trang An, you will get to Bai Binh Pagoda - a famous spiritual and cultural complex in Ninh Binh. Here, you need to take an electric car ride to visit all the monuments. The complex contains both ancient and new pagodas, which will surely impress tourists with the unique blend of traditional and modern architecture.
Ninh Binh is a popular tourist destination not far away from Ha Long Bay. Thus, many visitors choose to travel from Ha Long Bay to Ninh Binh for further exploration. Hopefully, the information above has provided you with useful tips regarding transportation and itinerary, so that you can explore the beauty of Ninh Binh with ease.
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