How to travel from Ninh Bình to Hanoi, Vietnam

The distance between Ninh Bình and Hanoi is around 86km (54 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to take a taxi which takes around 54min.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Ninh Bình to Hanoi by bus, train, taxi and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out HanoiNinh Bình if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to Rạp Xiếc Trung Ương.

  • Duration2hrs
  • Departsevery 30 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₫187,150($8)
Operated by

BinhMinh Limousine

+ 1 others
💰 Cheapest
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train
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Train

Take the train to Ha Noi.

  • Duration2h 10m
  • Departs4 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₫140,365($6)
Operated by

Vietnam Railways

🚀 Fastest
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taxi
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Taxi

Take a taxi to Hanoi Nuoc Ngam.

  • Duration54min
  • Departson demand
  • Typical cost
    ₫1,637,580($70)
Operated by

Vinasun taxi

+ 2 others
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car
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Drive

Drive to Hanoi Nuoc Ngam.

  • Duration54min
  • Distance86km (54 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Ninh Bình and Hanoi

There are several options for getting from Ninh Bình to Hanoi by bus, train, taxi and car. The cheapest option is to take the train which costs around ₫140,365 ($6) and will take around 2h 10m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can take a taxi and arrive in approximately 54min, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₫1,637,580 ($70).

The distance between Ninh Bình and Hanoi is around 86km (54 miles).

It takes around 2hrs to get from Ninh Bình and Hanoi by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 54min to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Ninh Bình to Hanoi is to take a taxi which takes around 54min and will set you back approx ₫1,637,580 ($70).

The cheapest way to travel between Ninh Bình and Hanoi, if you exclude driving, is to take the train which will typically cost around ₫140,365 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Ninh Bình and Hanoi. It typically takes around 2h 10m and departs 4 times a day.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Ninh Bình and Hanoi with no changeovers required. The train runs 4 times a day and takes 2h 10m.

Vietnam Railways run train services between Ninh Bình and Hanoi. Trains depart 4 times a day and will take around 2h 10m, 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 Ninh Bình and Hanoi. It typically takes around 2hrs and departs hourly.

Yes there is a direct bus service that runs between Ninh Bình and Hanoi with no changeovers required. The bus runs hourly and takes 2hrs.

BinhMinh Limousine run regular bus services between Ninh Bình and Hanoi. Buses run hourly and take around 2hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Ninh Bình to Hanoi. We recommend that you take the bus to Rạp Xiếc Trung Ương. instead which will take 2hrs.

The closest major airport to Hanoi is Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) (HAN) which is approximately 21km (13 miles) from Hanoi. Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) (HPH) and Bai Thuong Airport (THD) (THD) 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 Ninh Bình and Hanoi. The distance is around 86km (54 miles) by road and it will take around 54min in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Ninh Bình to Hanoi is to take the bus which takes, on average, 2hrs and will usually cost around ₫187,150 ($8).

How do I get from Ninh Bình to Hanoi

Compare travel optionsbetween Ninh Bình and Hanoi

Transport options from Ninh Bình to Hanoi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus
2hrs
₫187,150($8)
every 30 mins92km (57 miles)
Train
2h 10m
₫140,365($6)
4 times a day116km (72 miles)
Taxi
54min
₫1,637,580($70)
on demand86km (54 miles)
Drive
54min
₫163,760($7)
on demand86km (54 miles)

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Airports near Hanoi

The following major airports near Hanoi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Vietnam and internationally.

HAN
Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
International Airport
Distance
21km (13 miles) from Hanoi
HPH
Cat Bi International Airport (HPH)
International Airport
Distance
94km (58 miles) from Hanoi
THD
Bai Thuong Airport (THD)
Domestic Airport
Distance
132km (82 miles) from Hanoi