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Hue to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews
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Pauline W
I booked the bus for 8:30 pm. On the same day I got a text that said the bus would be 30 minutes late. Which is fine. Then at 7:20 they texted me that I would be picked up from my hotel and brought to a different location. They picked me up at 8. I was dropped off at a bus stop in a completely different place then what was my actually pick up point. This itself is not a problem. The driver then just pointed and told me to wait there. The two women working there asked me in Vietnamese where I am going and said to go to Ninh Bình I would need to get to a different place. The bus showed up in time tho. Getting on was fine. The quality of the bus was fine. It wasn’t the most comfortable but alright. We ended up arriving 2 hours earlier and I was dropped off at a different place then what I booked. I made it to the city in the end
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 22, Duc Duong Bus, Sep 29, 2024
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Raymond T
I booked this bus (9am) last minute and it was full but the bus operator called me and booked me onto the next available bus at 3pm. The bus was a VIP sleeper, my pod was comfortable and the ride was not bad. We had some stops for the bathroom as well as one to get dinner. At the destination they made stops in Tam Coc and Ninh Binh and wrote down my stop so there was no confusion. My experience was great!
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus Royal Cabin, Ninh Binh Footprint, Sep 26, 2024
ML
Mayte L
The bus left 1h late and arrived 1,5 h earlier. This could be positive but the truth is that the bus made only 1 stop and its driving was a bit damgerous
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 20, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 20, 2024
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Marea L
The Bus was Nice, but the driver drove so fast and reckless so that the Bus was shaking and it was Hard to find some Sleep.
We First had to Drive with a transit vehicle to the Bus and he just dropped us off in the middle of nowhere. Would have been nice to know that.
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 20, Duc Duong Bus, Apr 2, 2024
IZ
Israel Z
for some reason, once in the meeting point… someone told me (just me, not the rest of the passengers) to go with him as he needed to drop me somewhere else in his car. Was a little bit confusing and uncomfortable. So he dropped me off in a petrol station where another bus came to pick me up and I was the only passenger in that bus and they stopped on the road for more people and I was the only foreigner… and they asked me up to 3 times where should they drop me ? at least I arrived to my destination tho !
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 20, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Mar 29, 2024
MV
Mark V
Bus was fine on time, only it was very unclear where it was taking us.
In addition, we were dropped off along the main road at 4:30 at night. This was not at our drop-off location. We had to take a cab from there, which they did arrange. (Of course this was for a fee)
This review was autotranslated
Bus was prima optijd, alleen was het erg onduidelijk waar hij ons heen bracht.
Daarnaast werden we om half 5 snachts langs de grote weg eruit gezet. Dit was niet bij onze afzetlocatie. We moesten vanuit daar nog een taxi pakken, die hadden ze dan wel weer geregeld. (Uiteraard was dit tegen betaling)
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus Limousine, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Feb 20, 2024
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Konstantinos F
We was supposed to arrive to our destination at 8 am and we arrive at 4.30 am, so we had to wait in the night. And someone was sleeping in the floor next to our cabin
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 20, Duc Duong Bus, Dec 29, 2023
JR
Jack R
Wasn't t bus that picked us up, it was queen Cafe.
Bus smelt really bad, which I got used to the seats were very dirty and uncomfortable. Leather was ripped on the chair, the pillow wasn't attached to the seats so they kept sliding and the recliner on the chair did not work. Also the seat I was in was none stop vibrating anytime the bus would idle.
Bus ride was relatively smooth compared to other sleeper busses I've experienced.
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP Sleeper 34, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 24, 2023
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Rina L
The bus was old and quite dirty. No possibility to charge phone and no reading light. This would not be a problem on shorter trip but this was a 12 hour ride.
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus Sleeper 41, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 20, 2023
PM
Pauline M
I had a broken seat and my brother's clime was also broken, so water was running down it.
This review was autotranslated
J’avais un siège cassé et la clime de mon frère était également cassé du coup de l’eau lui coulait dessus.
Hue to Ninh Binh, Bus Limousine, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Oct 16, 2023
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Hue to Ninh Binh by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Hue to Ninh Binh a conscious and budget-friendly option.
Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.
Here is the list of operators serving the route: .
How far is Hue from Ninh Binh?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 475 km between Hue and Ninh Binh.
How long does it take to get from Hue to Ninh Binh by bus?
Buses normally need between 9h 30m and 15h hours to get to Ninh Binh from Hue. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.
On this route, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus) offers the fastest service. Duc Duong Bus buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.
Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.
How much does it cost to get from Hue to Ninh Binh by bus?
The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.
Anyway, travelling by bus between Hue and Ninh Binh remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by King Express Bus and costs USD 13.96. A Duy Khanh Transport (Công ty cổ phần thương mại và dịch vụ vận tải duy khánh)'s ticket will set you back USD 13.96 on average.
Travelling by bus essentials
If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.
