THE SHORT VERSION
Ninh Binh to Hoa Binh at a glance.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh is about two hours south of Hanoi by road and is the base for Tam Coc, Trang An and Hoa Lu. Public buses use the city bus station, while many limousine vans from Hanoi drop directly at hotels in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc.
- Ninh Binh Bus Station · Bến xe Ninh Bình
In the city. Public buses to Hanoi's Giap Bat station and services further south.
Arriving in Hoa Binh
For Mai Chau, many buses and vans continue past Hoa Binh, so check your ticket's end point.
- Hoa Binh Bus Station · Bến xe Hòa Bình
Regional services and buses to Hanoi.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Hanoi buses for this direction often use the city's south-western terminals.
KEEP GOING
From Hoa Binh, the road continues.
All buses from and to Hoa BinhOther ways to reach Hoa Binh
More buses from Ninh Binh
USEFUL FOR THIS TRIP
Sort the small things before you go.
Partner links. We may earn a commission if you buy through them, at no extra cost to you.
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ninh Binh from Hoa Binh by road?+
About 124 km by road (91 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ninh Binh to Hoa Binh take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Ninh Binh?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ninh Binh include Ninh Binh Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Hoa Binh to Ninh Binh?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Hoa Binh to Ninh Binh as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Ninh Binh arrive in Hoa Binh?+
It depends on the operator. In Hoa Binh, services use Hoa Binh Bus Station. For Mai Chau, many buses and vans continue past Hoa Binh, so check your ticket's end point.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Hoa Binh?+
For Mai Chau, many buses and vans continue past Hoa Binh, so check your ticket's end point.
What kind of bus runs from Ninh Binh to Hoa Binh?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Ninh Binh to Hoa Binh bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Hoa Binh by bus?+
Direct buses from Hoa Binh include Hanoi, Noi Bai Airport (HAN). See all connections on our Hoa Binh bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
12Go: Ninh Binh to Hoa Binh bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Ninh Binh (Get in) ↗12Go: Hanoi to Hoa Binh bus listing ↗How BusConnects uses sources →