Sapa to Ninh Binh

Sapa to Ninh Binh

Sapa
Ninh Binh
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Sapa to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews

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Jorrit M
People at the office were rude. Bus was on time but not super comfortable, you felt the metal frame underneath the seat. Seatbelt was super tight and constantly was pulling. Itinerary said we would arrive at 7:30 but at 5:30 the lights were turned on and hard music started playing, we arrive 2 hours earlier.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 6, 2026
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Phoi L
Unfortunately not as good an experience as our HK buslines journey from Hanoi.Airport to Sapa. This booking from Sapa to Tam Coc, Ninh Binh was for a 10am departure, however, when we checked in we were told it was a 10:30am departure, however the bus did not actually leave until 11:am, Therefore we arrived in Tam Coc at 7:30pm rather than the 6pm stated time. The driver and ride/comfortability itself was good but feel more details should be provided regarding the journey at the time of booking to avoid any confusion. I thought this was a direct bus to Tam Coc, however, the bus made several stops: Hanoi Airport, followed by a stop at HK Buslines’ offices in Hanoi, and finally ended in Ninh Binh, where you then have to disembark and then board a transfer van which takes you into Tam Coc.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Aug 5, 2026
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Patrick V
We had ordered a VIP bus, but were picked up in a car that had to accommodate the four of us plus our luggage. This is not what we paid for, nor is it what we booked. Even if someone was ill, we still could have been picked up in a VIP bus. Instead, the five of us—including the driver—were crammed into a small car, which felt anything but VIP. The solution provided was terrible and not what we are used to.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Aug 5, 2026
PJ
Pedro J
The beds are very confortable. The bus delayed 1h 30m because they stopped in Hanoi to change the bus. The bus’s indicator was making a lot of noise and I couldnt sleep
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Aug 3, 2026
JC
Jonathan C
Unfortunately, not having a toilet on the bus for a night trip and not saying nothing about it, makes the trip quite uneasy.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jul 27, 2026
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Mariana E
Sleeper bus was good until suddenly screaming to get out of the bus and waait, to then be transferring us to a van in hanoi, which was never cleared informed on the ticket!! and after another van again to nihn bihn. Such a tiring experience, would not recommend! Bus +v11 was not great experience overall In all these transfers lost my favorite jumper which they didn’t respond at first, and after just said it was not there. And it could not have been anywhere else…
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jul 25, 2026
AG
Anna G
We booked a trip from SaPa to Tam Coc and had to switch vehicles 3 times which wasn‘t communicated beforehand. We had to wait in Hanoi at 4:30 am for 1 hour without anybody knowing when our travel will be continued. From Hanoi, we only had seats and not sleeper seats which we originally booked. Not a good experience for night travels.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 11, S Trip, Jul 22, 2026
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Reynald
Employees are not helpful, information is not correctly given to users. Size of beds are too small for European people.
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jul 20, 2026
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Silvia
Boarding was easy Seats are not vomfotsble
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Lower Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jul 19, 2026
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Benjamin V
We booked a ride at 10:30, but they cancelled the ride at 10:30. So we we’re forced to take the one at 11:30. Also bad communication….They promised a pick up from our hotel because it was with in 3km of the office. When I asked several times about it in the chat, they ignored the question and just firmly said we have to be at the office around 11:00. Vehicle was very comfortable!
Sapa to Ninh Binh, Bus Single Cabin + VIP 11, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jul 19, 2026
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Sapa to Ninh Binh Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Viet Technologies Travel
SUV 4pax
Any time
+6h 30m
$129.52
  4.5
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
05:29
14:59
$22.86
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
05:45
17:45
$22.09
Bus
Grouptour
Sleeper 41
06:10
14:50
$12.17
  2.6
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
Cabin 34
06:30
14:30
$12.57
  3.9
Bus
Grouptour
VIP Sleeper 34
07:00
15:20
$13.71
  3.3
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
07:30
17:00
$29.23
  3.5
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
08:00
17:30
$29.23
  3.5
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
08:30
18:00
$24.76
  5.0
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
09:00
18:30
$24.76
Van
Techbus VN JSC
Van + VIP Bus
09:25
19:30
$22.84
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
09:45
21:45
$22.09
Van
Techbus VN JSC
Van + VIP Bus
10:10
20:10
$26.28
  4.0
Bus
April Adventure
VIP Cabin 24
10:26
18:26
$25.80
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Van Limousine
10:45
22:45
$22.09
Bus
Ninh Binh Interbus
VIP Cabin
11:15
19:15
$20.95
  4.3
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
11:40
21:30
$20.95
  2.0
Van
Grouptour
Van + VIP Bus
12:00
21:30
$29.23
  3.5
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
VIP Luxury 24 Cabin
12:30
21:30
$33.79
  4.3
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
13:00
22:30
$24.76

How to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh

Travelling between Sapa and Ninh Binh is possible by Bus, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 427.00 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 16.97.

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh?

It can take you anywhere between 7 and 12 hours to travel between Sapa and Ninh Binh depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Sapa and Ninh Binh. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 6h 16m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 11h 30m to reach Ninh Binh.

How much does it cost to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh?

Travelling between Sapa and Ninh Binh can be as cheap as USD 16.97 if you opt for a VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus) bus and as expensive as USD 427.00 if you buy a Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Sapa and Ninh Binh ?

  • 127 from Sapa to Ninh Binh starting from 05:30 Sapa SSB until 23:30 G8 Open Tour Sapa Office
  • 41 from Sapa to Ninh Binh starting from 00:00 Sapa until 00:00 Sapa

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sapa to Ninh Binh.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Sapa to Ninh Binh overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Sapa and Ninh Binh

Asian Bus Travel, Cat Ba Go Easy Limousine, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), HK Buslines, King Express Bus, S Trip, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Sapa Express, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Sapa and Ninh Binh

Chou Travel, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, Halong Transportation, Hanoi VIP Transfer, MAI CAR TRAVEL, Mui Ne Private Car, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc), Sapa Express, Taxigo vn, Tien Duc Thanh Limousine, Viet Technologies Travel

What is the most popular transport to get from Sapa to Ninh Binh?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 84% opted for a bus
  • 15% chosen Bus+Van
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Sapa to Ninh Binh

Facts about the transport from Sapa to Ninh Binh

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport6h 16m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day168
Distance314 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Cat Ba Go Easy Limousine, Chou Travel, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Grouptour, Halong Transportation, Hanoi VIP Transfer, HK Buslines, King Express Bus, MAI CAR TRAVEL, Mui Ne Private Car, OUROS Travel, S Trip, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Express, Taxigo vn, Tien Duc Thanh Limousine, Viet Technologies Travel, VietNam Travel Bus