1. Bus – Ninh Binh to Phong Nha
2. Train + Bus to Phong Nha
3. Bus + Flight to Phong Nha
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From Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park tby bus or train + bus.
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- The travel distance from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Vietnam is approximately 400 kilometers by land via Dong Hoi. There are 3 ways to reach Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park from Ninh Binh: sleeper tourist bus, train + bus via Dong Hoi, and bus + flight via Hanoi and Dong Hoi. The most popular and economical option for transfer to Phong Nha is by sleeper bus. Traveling by sleeper bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha takes about 9 hours, with bus tickets priced at $16-21 per person. Modern sleeper tourist buses to Phong Nha are available from Ninh Binh.
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- Another option is to take a train to Dong Hoi and then travel by local bus from Dong Hoi town to Phong Nha. Transfer by train (regular train of VR) + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha via Dong Hoi takes about 10-13 hours, costing approximately $10-30 per person. Local buses from Ben Xe Nam Ly in Dong Hoi to Phong Nha are available, with the bus station located near the railway station in Dong Hoi. There is no airport in Phong Nha-Ke Bang; the closest airport is in Dong Hoi, but there are no flights from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi. If you prefer to travel by plane to Dong Hoi, you need to take a bus or taxi from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi, and from Hanoi, you can catch a direct flight to Dong Hoi, which takes approximately 1 hour.
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- Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is one of the most captivating national parks in central Vietnam, boasting various caves and picturesque mountain scenery. A visit to this site is a must if you plan to travel to Dong Hoi or southern Vietnam via Dong Hoi. Notably, it is home to the largest cave in the world, Son Doong (Hang Sơn Đoòng), accessible only with a tourist guide and tour group, not for individual travelers. Private tours to this cave are available through Oxalisadventure. From Phong Nha-Ke Bang, travelers can also journey to other destinations in central Vietnam, such as Hoi An via Da Nang or take trains from Dong Hoi to Da Nang. Refer to the instructions provided below in this article to learn how to reach Phong Nha from Ninh Binh and easily book your tickets online. Before your arrival in Phong Nha, it’s advisable to review the weather conditions by reading this article: Weather in Phong Nha and plan your trip accordingly.
| Transfer Mode – Ninh Binh to Phong Nha: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Sleeper Bus | 9 hours | $16-21/pp |
| Train + Bus (via Dong Hoi) | 10-12 hours | $10-40/pp |
| Plane + Bus (via Hanoi, Dong Hoi) | 7-8 hours | $40-100/pp |
How do I get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?
1. BUS from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha
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- from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang you can travel by tourist sleeper bus
- transport by sleeper bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha takes about 9 hours
- modern sleeper overnight tourist buses to Phong Nha
- bus companies from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang: Techbus VN, Grouptour, Full Moon Party Tour, Hey Travel…
- one-way bus ticket from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang costs about $16-21/pp
- Book and buy bus e-tickets from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha on 12go.asia ➜
- you will receive your bus e-ticket to Phong Nha by email, ready to print or carry in your mobile phone or tablet and present at the ticket counter of the station or in the bus in Ninh Binh
2. TRAIN + BUS from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha
1.step – Travel from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi by regular train
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- travel by train from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi takes about 7.5-9 hours
- there are hard or soft seats, or sleeper cabins
- trains arrive to Đồng Hới Railway Station and depart from Ninh Binh Railway Station
- one-way train ticket from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi costs about $8-25/pp
- read this article: How to go from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi?
2.step – Travel from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha by bus or local taxi
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- from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang you can take a local bus or private taxi
- local bus depart from Bến xe Nam Lý (bus station) and bus tickets cost about $2/pp
- transfer by bus from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha takes about 1.5 hour
- travel distance is 45 km from Dong Hoi town to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
3. BUS / TAXI + FLIGHT from Hanoi to Phong Nha
There is no airport in Phong Nha, but you can travel by plane from Hanoi to Dong Hoi. It is also a fast option of transfer, but first you have to travel from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport. Noi Bai Airport is about 120 km north of Ninh Binh and about 25 km from Hanoi. There are some buses or private taxi/cars from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport.
1.step – Travel from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi
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- transfer by bus or taxi from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport takes about 2.5 hours
- there is no direct train from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport
- read this article: How to go from Ninh Binh to Hanoi?
2.step – Direct flight from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport to Dong Hoi
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- there are direct flights between Hanoi and Dong Hoi
- direct flight from Hanoi to Dong Hoi takes about 1 hour
- direct flight from Hanoi to Dong Hoi costs about $25-70/pp
- read this article: How to go from Hanoi to Dong Hoi?
3.step – Travel from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha by bus or local taxi
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- from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha-Ke Bang you can take a local bus or private taxi
- local bus depart from Bến xe Nam Lý (bus station) and bus tickets cost about $2/pp
- transfer by bus from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha takes about 1.5 hour
- travel distance is 45 km from Dong Hoi town to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park
❓ FAQ + Travel Tips – Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang:
1. How you can book tickets from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
2. What is the travel time from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- Travel by sleeper tourist bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha takes about 9 hours.
- Travel by train of Vietnam Railway + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha (viaDong Hoi) takes about 10-12 hours.
- Travel by plane + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha (via Hanoi, Dong Hoi) takes about 7-8 hours.
3. How much does it cost to travel from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- Transfer by sleeper bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha costs about $16-21/pp.
- Transfer by train of Vietnam Railway + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha (viaDong Hoi) costs about $10-40/pp
- Transfer by plane + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha costs about $40-100/pp.
4. How far is Phong Nha-Ke Bang from Ninh Binh?
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- Travel distance from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang is about 400 km by bus / train via Dong Hoi.
5. What is the best way of transport from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- The best and fastest way of transfer from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha is to travel by combination of bus and train via Dong Hoi. It is also a cheap option of getting to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?
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- The most cheapest option of transport from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha is to travel by tourist bus or train + bus via Dong Hoi.
7. Is there a direct flight from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?
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- No, there are no flights from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha because there are no airports in these places. There are only direct flights from Hanoi to Dong Hoi. Dong Hoi has the closest airport to Phong Nha-Ke Bang.
8. Where you can travel and go from Phong Nha / Dong Hoi?
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- From Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park or Dong Hoi you can travel by bus or train from Dong Hoi to Da Nang and Hoi An in central Vietnam. Da Nang is the 3rd biggest city of Vietnam.
9. How to travel from Phong Nha-Ke Bang to Ninh Binh?
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- From Phong Nha to Ninh Binh you can use a same way of transport. So, you can travel by tourist sleeper bus or you can take a train from Dong Hoi.
10. Where to accommodate in Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park offers mainly various cheap homestays, guesthouses, bungalows or small hotels. There are also luxury modern hotels in Dong Hoi city.
11. How to travel solo in Vietnam?
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- Discover the wonders of solo travel in Vietnam as you explore ancient temples, cruise through scenic landscapes or karst sceneries, hike various national parks and ethnic villages and connect with the warm-hearted locals, creating a personalized journey of cultural immersion and breathtaking experiences.
12. What is the weather in Vietnam and what to expect?
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- Weather in Vietnam varies with a tropical climate featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. In the north, the dry season (October to April) brings cooler temperatures, while the wet season (May to September) is marked by higher humidity and heavy rainfall. Central Vietnam experiences a dry period (January to August) with lower humidity and a wet season (September to December) characterized by increased rainfall. In southern Vietnam, the dry season (December to April) offers warm temperatures, while the wet season (May to November) brings higher humidity and occasional heavy rainfall. For accurate information, check local forecasts.
🚍 Bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:
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Bus Schedule - Ninh Binh to Phong Nha | Departs in Ninh Binh | Arrival in Phong Nha | Bus Tickets |
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Techbus VN | 19:00 | 04:00 | From $19.00 |
Techbus VN | 19:20 | 04:40 | From $22.00 |
Techbus VN | 19:30 | 04:30 | From $19.00 |
Grouptour | 19:00 | 06:00 | From $21.00 |
Grouptour | 19:15 | 05:15 | From $19.00 |
Full Moon Party Tour | 20:00 | 05:10 | From $19.00 |
Full Moon Party Tour | 20:20 | 06:00 | From $18.00 |
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3 Ways of Transfer from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang:
| 1. BUS from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha | |
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| Description | Tourist sleeper bus |
| Transport Time | 9 hours |
| Bus Companies | Techbus VN, Grouptour, Full Moon Party Tour, Hey Travel… |
| Ticket Price | $16-21/pp |
| 2. TRAIN + BUS from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha | |
| A) Travel from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi by train | |
| Description | 7.5-9 hours train ride |
| Ticket Price | $8-25/pp |
| B) Travel from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha by bus or taxi | |
| Description | 1.5-hour bus ride, $2/pp for bus ticket |
| 3. BUS / TAXI + FLIGHT from Hanoi to Phong Nha | |
| A) Travel from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi | |
| Description | 2.5-hour bus or taxi ride |
| B) Direct flight from Hanoi to Dong Hoi | |
| Description | 1-hour direct flight, $25-70/pp |
| C) Travel from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha by bus or local taxi | |
| Description | 1.5-hour bus ride, $2/pp for bus ticket |
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