THE SHORT VERSION
Thanh Hoa to Ninh Binh at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
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Leaving Thanh Hoa
Thanh Hoa is a provincial city about 150 km south of Hanoi, on the main north–south highway and railway. Frequent buses connect it with Hanoi and the coast, and it's a stepping stone to Pu Luong and Sam Son beach.
- Thanh Hoa Bus Station · Bến xe Thanh Hóa
Services to Hanoi, central Vietnam and inland Thanh Hoa province.
Arriving in Ninh Binh
Many visitors stay in Tam Coc rather than the city. Check whether your bus continues there or drops you in Ninh Binh city.
- Ninh Binh Bus Station · Bến xe Ninh Bình
In the city. Public buses to Hanoi's Giap Bat station and services further south.
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.
- Open-tour buses heading north from Hue can arrive in the early hours.
- Door-to-door limousine vans are common on the Hanoi route. Check luggage space if you have large bags.
KEEP GOING
From Ninh Binh, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ninh Binh
More buses from Thanh Hoa
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Thanh Hoa from Ninh Binh by road?+
About 64 km by road (54 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Thanh Hoa to Ninh Binh take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 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 Thanh Hoa?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Thanh Hoa include Thanh Hoa Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ninh Binh to Thanh Hoa?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Ninh Binh to Thanh Hoa as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Thanh Hoa arrive in Ninh Binh?+
It depends on the operator. In Ninh Binh, services use Ninh Binh Bus Station. Many visitors stay in Tam Coc rather than the city. Check whether your bus continues there or drops you in Ninh Binh city.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ninh Binh?+
Many visitors stay in Tam Coc rather than the city. Check whether your bus continues there or drops you in Ninh Binh city.
What kind of bus runs from Thanh Hoa to Ninh 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 Thanh Hoa to Ninh 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 Ninh Binh by bus?+
Direct buses from Ninh Binh include Tam Coc, Hanoi, Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Hoa Binh, Hai Phong and more. See all connections on our Ninh Binh bus page.
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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.
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