How to travel from Nha Trang to Ninh Bình, Vietnam
The distance between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình is around 1,090km (677 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5h 30m.
10 routes found
We've found 10 different ways to get from Nha Trang to Ninh Bình by plane, bus, train and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Ninh Bình → Nha Trang if you're planning a return trip.
Plane and Bus
Fly from Cam Ranh (CXR) to Noi Bai International (HAN) then take the bus to Ninh Binh.
- Duration5h 30m
- Flight time1h 50m
- Typical cost₫2,316,005($100)
Multiple operators
6 similiar routes
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Train
Take the train to Ninh Binh.
- Duration22h 25m
- Departs4 times a day
- Typical cost₫608,245($26)
Vietnam Railways
Bus
Take the bus to Ninh Binh.
- Duration22h 45m
- Departstwice daily
- Typical cost₫1,076,125($46)
Hoang Long
Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình
Popular questions
There are several options for getting from Nha Trang to Ninh Bình by plane, bus, train and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₫608,245 ($26) and will take around 22h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and then take the bus and arrive in approximately 5h 30m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₫2,316,005 ($100).
The distance between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình is around 1,090km (677 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 954km (593 miles)
It takes around 5h 30m to get from Nha Trang and Ninh Bình by plane and bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 16h 25m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Nha Trang to Ninh Bình is to fly and then take the bus which takes around 5h 30m and will set you back approx ₫2,316,005 ($100).
The cheapest way to travel between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₫608,245 ($26) for a standard one-way ticket.
Train travel
Yes there is a train service that runs between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình. It typically takes around 22h 25m and departs 4 times a day.
Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a day and takes 22h 25m.
Vietnam Railways run train services between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 22h 25m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.
Bus travel
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Nha Trang and Ninh Bình. It typically takes around 22h 45m and departs twice daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Nha Trang to Ninh Bình. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Nha Trang Phia Nam. These services run twice daily and will take a minimum of 22h 45m.
Hoang Long run regular bus services between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình. Buses run twice daily and take around 22h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.
Flights and Airlines
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nha Trang to Ninh Bình. We recommend that you fly from Cam Ranh (CXR) to Noi Bai International (HAN) then take the bus to Ninh Binh. instead which will take 5h 30m.
The closest major airport to Ninh Bình is Bai Thuong Airport (THD) (THD) which is approximately 66km (41 miles) from Ninh Bình. Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) (HPH) and Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) (HAN) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Drive yourself
Yes it is possible to drive from Nha Trang and Ninh Bình. The distance is around 1,182km (734 miles) by road and it will take around 16h 25m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nha Trang to Ninh Bình is to fly and then take the bus which takes, on average, 5h 30m and will usually cost around ₫2,316,005 ($100).
Compare travel optionsbetween Nha Trang and Ninh Bình
| Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Plane and Bus + 6 similar | 5h 30m | ₫2,316,005($100) | every 4 hours | 1,248km (776 miles) |
| Fly to Haiphong (HPH), Bus | 6h 20m | ₫3,626,070($155) | once daily | 1,188km (738 miles) |
| Plane and Train | 6h 45m | ₫3,438,920($145) | 4 times a day | 1,090km (677 miles) |
| Bus and Plane | 8h 25m | ₫2,900,855($125) | twice daily | 1,375km (854 miles) |
| Train, Plane and Bus | 5h 50m | ₫2,292,610($100) | every 4 hours | 1,229km (764 miles) |
| Bus to Buon Ma Thuot Dak Lak, plane and train | 7h 20m | ₫5,170,075($220) | 4 times a day | 1,144km (711 miles) |
| Bus, Plane and Train | 7h 45m | ₫5,731,530($245) | twice daily | 1,221km (759 miles) |
Train | 22h 25m | ₫608,245($26) | 4 times a day | 1,205km (749 miles) |
Bus | 22h 45m | ₫1,076,125($46) | twice daily | 1,210km (752 miles) |
Drive | 16h 25m | ₫2,105,460($90) | on demand | 1,182km (734 miles) |
Top Carriersoperating between Nha Trang and Ninh Bình
Bus companies
Ninh Binh Excursion Transport
Hoang Long
Hanh Cafe
Khanh Hoa Bus
Hương Khuê
Airlines
Vietjet Air
Bamboo Airways
Vietnam Airlines
Train operators
Vietnam Railways
Airports near Ninh Bình
The following major airports near Ninh Bình offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Vietnam and internationally.
Bai Thuong Airport (THD)
- Distance
- 66km (41 miles) from Ninh Bình
Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)
- Distance
- 101km (62 miles) from Ninh Bình
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
- Distance
- 108km (67 miles) from Ninh Bình