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 by 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. 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 + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha via Dong Hoi takes about 10-13 hours. 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. 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. 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 | 7-9 hours | $13-40/pp |
| Train + Bus (via Dong Hoi) | 10-12 hours | $13-40/pp |
| Flight + Bus (via Hanoi, Dong Hoi) | 8-10 hours | $40-100/pp |
How do I get from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha?
1. BUS from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha
A popular and cheap option for transportation from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park is a bus transfer. On this route from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha, you can use modern sleeper buses from companies such as Techbus VN, Grouptour, Full Moon Party Tour, Ninh Binh Footprint, Duc Duong, Vietnam Luxury Travel, Ninh Binh Interbus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Duy Khanh Transport, To Veitnam Travel, HK Sapa Open Tour, QH Discovery Travel, Vietnam Easy Go Travel, Vietnam TravelBus, Queen Cafe, Green Trips, Camel Transport, Vin Bus, King Express Bus, Ha Long Bus Travel and others.
Buses can depart from various places such as Tam Coc, Ninh Binh SSB, Ninh Binh Town and also from various hotels or homestays. In Phong Nha, these buses arrive at various places or hotels and homestays, you can see all information about departures and arrivals when searching and booking tickets online.
BOOK BUS TICKET to Phong Nha ➜
The bus transfer from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang takes about 7-9 hours, but the stated travel time may vary and buses may be delayed. Bus tickets to Phong Nha from Ninh Binh cost between $13-40/pp, these prices vary by bus type and company and also by travel route.
You can easily search and buy bus tickets from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha online in advance. The bus schedule from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha is relatively long and you will definitely choose a suitable connection. It is advisable to arrive at the departure point in Ninh Binh at least 30 minutes before the bus departure.
2. TRAIN + BUS from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha
Another option for traveling from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang is to take a train and local bus via Dong Hoi. This can be an ideal and cheap transfer option for those who want to visit this city before arriving in Phong Nha. It is not possible to travel by train to Phong Nha, but you can take a train to Dong Hoi, which is about 40 km away.
This transport option has 2 steps and the total travel time by train and bus to Phong Nha from Ninh Binh via Dong Hoi is about 10-12 hours (8-9.5 hours by train to Dong Hoi and about 1 hour by bus from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha).
Trains leave from Ninh Binh Railway Station near the city center and arrive at Dong Hoi Railway Station, see the Vietnam Railways Map. A transfer by regular or tourist sleeper train to Dong Hoi costs between $12-70/pp, depending on the type of train and whether you choose a seat or a sleeper.
In the second step, you will use a local bus that leaves from Bến xe Nam Lý, which is a short distance from the train station. The schedule of these local smaller buses is rather irregular, but it is the cheapest option for transport from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha and tickets cost approximately $2/pp, prices may vary throughout the year.
Transport from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha by this local bus can take up to 1.5 hours, this bus also makes other stops during the journey. An alternative is to use a private taxi from the city to Phong Nha, but this is a significantly more expensive option. You can search and buy train tickets from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi online, you can buy bus tickets from Dong Hoi to Phong Nha when you board the bus.
3. BUS / TAXI + FLIGHT from Hanoi to Phong Nha
An alternative option for transportation from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Vietnam is to travel via Hanoi using a flight to Dong Hoi. However, in the end, this transportation option can take longer than, for example, a bus transfer. It is therefore advisable to consider whether this option is worth it and is more suitable for those who also want to visit Hanoi, the capital of Vietnam.
From Ninh Binh to Hanoi and Noi Bai Airport you can use transfers by minivan, bus or private car, from Hanoi to Dong Hoi there is a direct flight from Vietnam Airlines or Bamboo Airways. From the city of Dong Hoi to Phong Nha you will then continue again by local public bus or private taxi.
Dong Hoi Airport is located about 45 km from Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. Direct flights from Hanoi to Dong Hoi cost between $45-80/pp, these are prices for Economy class flights. The total transfer time from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha via Hanoi can range from 8-10 hours and in total this option costs approximately $70-100/pp.
However, the stated transfer time may vary and depends on the connecting connections in Noi Bai Airport and Dong Hoi City. The air transfer is convenient and fast, but the disadvantage is the fact that you have to go to Noi Bai Airport first and this journey can take up to 3 hours.
So as a result, a bus transfer directly from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha may be a faster option. You can easily search for and book bus or car tickets from Ninh Binh to Noi Bai Airport and flights from Hanoi to Dong Hoi online in advance.
❓ FAQ + Tips – Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang:
1. How you can book tickets from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha-Ke Bang?
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- You can book tickets from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
- You can search, book another tickets, e.g. train, bus tickets from Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi…
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 7-9 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 8-10 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 $13-40/pp.
- Transfer by train of Vietnam Railway + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha (viaDong Hoi) costs about $13-40/pp
- Transfer by plane + bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha costs about $70-100/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.
BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Phong Nha ➜
🚍 Bus from Ninh Binh to Phong Nha – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Ninh Binh to Phong Nha | Departs in Ninh Binh | Arrival in Phong Nha | Bus Tickets |
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Duc Duong | 07:00 | 14:00 | From $25.00 |
Duc Duong | 08:00 | 15:00 | From $25.00 |
Duc Duong | 19:00 | 02:00 | From $25.00 |
Duc Duong | 20:00 | 03:00 | From $27.00 |
Grouptour | 07:00 | 14:30 | From $33.00 |
Grouptour | 19:00 | 04:40 | From $43.00 |
Techbus VN | 07:10 | 14:40 | From $26.00 |
Techbus VN | 19:15 | 02:45 | From $25.00 |
Techbus VN | 20:00 | 04:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 07:15 | 16:15 | From $27.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 18:30 | 03:30 | From $22.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 19:30 | 04:30 | From $22.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 20:30 | 03:30 | From $17.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 21:30 | 05:30 | From $24.00 |
Ninh Binh Interbus | 07:30 | 14:30 | From $26.00 |
Ninh Binh Interbus | 09:30 | 16:30 | From $26.00 |
Ninh Binh Interbus | 19:30 | 02:30 | From $25.00 |
Ninh Binh Interbus | 20:30 | 03:30 | From $25.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 07:45 | 15:45 | From $26.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 18:45 | 01:45 | From $24.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 20:30 | 03:30 | From $14.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 21:30 | 05:30 | From $14.00 |
Full Moon Party | 08:00 | 15:40 | From $24.00 |
Full Moon Party | 19:10 | 02:40 | From $17.00 |
Full Moon Party | 20:30 | 04:00 | From $17.00 |
Duy Khanh | 09:15 | 16:15 | From $24.00 |
Duy Khanh | 19:30 | 02:30 | From $24.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 19:00 | 03:00 | From $17.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 20:00 | 04:00 | From $17.00 |
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