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Hanoi to Ninhbinh

Ninh Binh is about 95 km south of Hanoi, around 2 hours by road or rail. The train costs US$8, a shared limousine van seat US$13 and a private car US$65 per car — compare departure times below.

Options
4services
Fares from
$8
Fastest trip
2h
Departures
05:45 – 20:00

Hanoi to Ninhbinh services

4 transfers

Hanoi to Ninhbinh route guide

How to get from Hanoi to Ninh Binh

Ninh Binh is about 95 km south of Hanoi — around 2 hours by road on the expressway, or about 2 hours by train to Ninh Binh station. Trang An, Tam Coc and Hang Mua, the sights most visitors come for, are a short taxi ride from the city. You can travel by train, by shared limousine van, or by private car or van. Every service in the list above can be booked online with instant confirmation.

Train vs limousine van vs private car

OptionJourney timePrice on this siteBest for
Train (Vietnam Railway)About 2 h to Ninh Binh stationUS$8Lowest price; departures 05:45–20:00
Limousine van, shared (9 seats)About 2 hUS$13Comfortable seat at a low price; departures 08:00–16:00
Private carAbout 2 hUS$65 per carFamilies and small groups, your own timing
Limousine van, privateAbout 2 hUS$95 per vanLarger groups who want the whole van

Which one should you choose?

  • Cheapest: the train, US$8 — then a short taxi from Ninh Binh station to Tam Coc or Trang An.
  • Comfortable on a budget: a shared limousine van seat, US$13.
  • Family or small group: a private car, US$65 for the whole car.
  • Larger group: a private limousine van, US$95 for the whole van.
  • Only going for the day: compare our Ninh Binh tours, which combine the trip with sightseeing.

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Frequently asked questions

How far is Ninh Binh from Hanoi and how long does it take?

Ninh Binh is about 95 km south of Hanoi. It takes around 2 hours by road on the expressway, and about 2 hours by train to Ninh Binh station.

Is the train or the limousine van better?

The train is the cheapest at US$8 and runs from 05:45 to 20:00, but it stops at Ninh Binh station in the city. A limousine van seat costs US$13, leaves between 08:00 and 16:00, and is the more comfortable road option.

Can I visit Ninh Binh as a day trip from Hanoi?

Yes — at about 2 hours each way it is a popular day trip. Leave early, or compare our Ninh Binh day tours, which combine the trip with sightseeing.

How do I get to Tam Coc and Trang An from Ninh Binh?

Both are a short taxi ride from Ninh Binh city. A private car or private limousine van can take you straight to your hotel or the boat pier instead.

Prices and journey times reflect the services listed on this page. Last checked: 7 October 2026.