Vientiane to Ninh Binh

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Vientiane to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews

Nicolas R

Communication is incredibly poor throughout the entire journey, from arriving at the bus station to reaching the final destination. There is no issue with not speaking English, but passengers should be informed in advance about the stops, how the immigration process works, etc. This was very bad. • The bus departed at 5:30 p.m., half an hour earlier than scheduled. • The dinner stop took place at 9:30 p.m. and lasted half an hour. • The bus arrived at the border at 1:00 a.m., turned off, and you are woken up at 6:30 a.m. to prepare for immigration. It makes no sense to sleep on the roadside while the bus is stopped. • At immigration, you must take all your belongings, including your suitcase or backpack from the luggage compartment. No one explains this properly, everyone is confused, and you have to take everything out so the bus can be inspected by customs. • Then you stop for lunch around 11:30 a.m., which is only the second stop. Bring plenty of food for the trip, if possible, so you don’t have to eat at the stops. • Finally, our stop was in Ninh Binh. The driver stopped on the highway next to the bus station; we got off onto the asphalt, and the assistant took our backpacks out and placed them on the road. Before we could pick them up, the bus had already left.

Vientiane to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Dec 18, 2025

Nikolai

Good sleeper bus. The bus was clean, had a toilet but wifi was not working. Beds were small and quite narrow but okay. The only annoying things: people talking loud in the middle of the night over the phone and Lao Vietnam boarder crossing which takes 3 1/2 hours. However the bus was only 45 mins delayed when I arrived in Nin Binh.

Vientiane to Ninh Binh, Bus VIP, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Nov 29, 2025

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3 customer reviews

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Vientiane to Ninh Binh Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Van	Sarah Transport Laos	Minivan + Sleeper Bus	16:30	16:00	$36.90
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	VIP	17:00	17:20	$32.59
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	Sleeper 41 Express	17:00	17:20	$30.78
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	Sleeper 40	17:00	17:20	$30.78
Bus	Grouptour	Semi Sleeper	17:15	14:55	$32.71
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	VIP	17:15	17:35	$32.59
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	Sleeper 41 Express	17:15	17:35	$30.78
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	Sleeper 40	17:15	17:35	$30.78
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	VIP	17:30	17:50	$32.59
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	Sleeper 41 Express	17:30	17:50	$30.78
Bus	Techbus VN JSC	Sleeper 40	17:30	17:50	$30.78
Bus	KP 79 Transportation	Sleeper Bus	18:00	16:00	$38.00	3.0

How to get from Vientiane to Ninh Binh

Travelling between Vientiane and Ninh Binh is possible by bus. At the moment it is the only option available for this route.

How far is Vientiane from Ninh Binh?

Travelling by land the distance between Vientiane and Ninh Binh is 663 km while it is about 663 km as the crow flies.

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

Travelling by bus between Vientiane and Ninh Binh, expect to spend about 22 hours.

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

bus tickets for Vientiane - Ninh Binh route will set you back about USD 69.92. To ensure the best price, buy tickets in advance.

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

Buses from Vientiane to Ninh Binh ride 6 times a day.

Useful tips for travelling between Vientiane and Ninh Binh by bus

To get from Vientiane to Ninh Binh your choice is limited to a single transportation option but it does not mean you cannot make your trip as comfortable as possible. Check our simple hints to avoid disappointment during your travel.

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Useful tips for bus travellers:

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.
Water, snacks or a light lunch may be included into your ticket price.
Not all buses feature toilets on-board but scare not - they make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Vientiane and Ninh Binh

Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), KP 79 Transportation, Laos Easy Go Travel, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd).

How many travellers choose to get from Vientiane to Ninh Binh by bus?

We have sold bus tickets to 541 passengers. Some of them left reviews on their trip above on this page. Check travellers' reviews to get prepared. They are always the most useful and reliable source of information.

Transportation from Vientiane to Ninh Binh

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