Transform your transfer between Vietnam’s two most iconic landscapes into a restorative break. Travel The New Ways provides a premium Sleeper Bus service connecting Ha Long and Ninh Binh.

Forget sitting upright for hours. On our sleeper buses, you can fully recline, stretch your legs, and recharge. Using the Hai Phong–Thai Binh expressway, we ensure a smooth, safe, and efficient journey that takes approximately 3.5 hours.

Ha Long to Ninh Binh Route Overview

Below is the essential information for your trip. We have optimized our route to ensure convenient pick-up and drop-off points near the main tourist hubs.

 Feature  Details
 Route  Ha Long City (Bai Chay) → Ninh Binh (Tam Coc)
Vehicle Type  10-Seats DCar Limousine 
 Travel Time  Approx. 3 Hours 30 Minutes
 Ticket Price  $18 USD / Passenger
 Pick-up Point  18A Anh Dao Street, Bai Chay Ward, Ha Long City
 Drop-off Point  Mike’s Hostel, Tam Coc, Ninh Hai, Hoa Lu, Ninh Binh
 Contact (+84) 968 636 828 (WhatsApp)

Ha Long to Ninh Binh Departure Schedule 

We offer frequent departures throughout the day, allowing you to choose a time that fits your cruise disembarkation or hotel check-out perfectly.

 Departure (Ha Long)  Arrival (Ninh Binh)  Pick-up Location  Drop-off Location
 08:00  11:30  18A Anh Dao St.  Mike’s Hostel
 09:00  12:30
 11:00  14:30
 12:00  15:30
 13:00  16:30
 18:00  21:30
 18:30  22:00
 19:00  22:30

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Amenities on Ha Long to Ninh Binh 10-Seats DCar Limousine from Travel The New Ways

For families or business partners who value discretion and personal space, our 10-seat limousine offers a private sanctuary separated from the driver. This configuration allows for confidential conversations or uninterrupted rest in a quiet, soundproofed environment. The cabin amenities are detailed as follows: 

  • Air Conditioning
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Always-on 3G Connectivity
  • 220V power outlets (for laptops and phone chargers)
  • 6 multi-function USB ports
  • Privacy partition (between driver and passenger)
  • LED lighting
  • Adjustable reclining seats
  • Luxury interior styling
  • Ample legroom with footrests
  • Spacious luggage compartments (side belly storage)
  • Overhead storage racks for small bags

Travel The New Ways Service Commitment

At Travel The New Ways, we believe the journey from Ha Long to Ninh Binh is just as important as the destination itself. When you choose our 10-Seats DCar Limousine, we are dedicated to providing a seamless and stress-free experience, backed by a set of core standards that prioritize your safety and comfort. Our service commitments to you are as follows:

  • Direct Transfers: Efficient door-to-door service with absolutely no unauthorized roadside stops to pick up extra passengers.
  • Punctuality: We guarantee safety and strict adherence to departure schedules (always on time).
  • Price Stability: No price surges or hidden fees during holidays, Tet, or weekends.
  • Guaranteed Seating: Booking just one day in advance ensures a guaranteed seat on your preferred trip.
  • Professional Staff: A dedicated team of English and Vietnamese-speaking staff ready to assist you at every step.
  • Expert Drivers: Highly trained and enthusiastic drivers strictly focused on road safety and passenger care.
  • Premium Quality: A modern fleet of clean, spacious vehicles featuring high-grade leather seating for total relaxation.
  • Top-Tier Service: Prestigious and dedicated service quality from our tour guides to our office staff.

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Guide to booking a bus from Ninh Binh to Ha Long

We make securing your seat as easy as possible. You can book your Ha Long to Ninh Binh tickets through any of the following official channels:

Booking Channels:

  • Website: Book directly on thenewway.vn by selecting your date and time above.
  • Hotline / WhatsApp (24/7): (+84) 968 636 828. ideal for last-minute inquiries or group bookings.
  • Email: Send your request to thenewway1986@gmail.com.
  • Directly at Our Offices:
    • Ha Long: 18A Anh Dao Street, Bai Chay Ward, Ha Long City.
    • Ninh Binh: Office Mike’s Hostel, Tam Coc, Ninh Hai, Hoa Lu.

Confirmation Process:

Once you have submitted your booking request or completed payment, our team will process your reservation immediately. You will receive a formal booking confirmation via Email or WhatsApp within 2 business hours (Vietnam Standard Time).

Note: If you book outside of office hours (late night), you will receive your confirmation first thing the next morning.

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Booking & Cancellation Policy

  • Payment: Secure payment links provided upon booking.
  • Cancellation:
    • > 24 Hours before departure: Full Refund.
    • < 24 Hours or No-Show: Non-refundable.
  • Luggage: 1 Standard Suitcase + 1 Carry-on bag allowed per passenger.

Ninh Binh Overview

Ninh Binh is often poetically referred to as “Ha Long Bay on Land,” but this nickname only scratches the surface of its prehistoric beauty. While Ha Long features limestone karsts rising from the sea, Ninh Binh offers the surreal experience of these same massive vertical cliffs rising abruptly from endless carpets of green rice paddies and winding river deltas.

Traveling from Ha Long to Ninh Binh to visit the spectacular Mua Cave viewpoint.
Ninh Binh Province

The province is divided into several core zones, but the most famous is the Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Here, the experience is intimate and silent. You don’t view the scenery from a massive cruise ship; instead, you are rowed in a small bamboo sampan by a local villager. You will glide through dark, water-filled caves that tunnel directly through the mountains, emerging on the other side into hidden valleys that feel completely cut off from the modern world.

A peaceful boat ride in Trang An is a must-do after taking the Ha Long Ninh Binh bus.
Trang An

Beyond the boat rides, Ninh Binh is a place of history and adventure. It was the ancient capital of Vietnam in the 10th and 11th centuries (Hoa Lu). For the active traveler, the highlight is undoubtedly Mua Cave (Hang Mua). A steep conquer of nearly 500 stone steps leads you to the lying dragon statue at the peak, offering the single most photographed panoramic view in Northern Vietnam – looking down over the Tam Coc river winding through the limestone peaks. Travelers can expect a very reasonable cost of living here, with a comfortable daily budget ranging from $30 to $50 covering accommodation, food, and entrance fees. The best time to visit Ninh Binh is from late May to early June to witness the golden rice harvest, or between February and April for pleasant spring weather.

Beautiful Tam Coc golden rice fields, easily accessible via our direct bus Ha Long to Ninh Binh.
Tam Coc

Best places to visit in Ninh Binh:

  • Trang An Scenic Landscape Complex – Trang An, Truong Yen, Hoa Lu District
  • Tam Coc – Bich Dong – Ninh Hai Commune, Hoa Lu District
  • Mua Cave (Hang Mua) – Khe Dau Ha Village, Ninh Xuan, Hoa Lu District
  • Hoa Lu Ancient Capital – Truong Yen Commune, Hoa Lu District
  • Bai Dinh Pagoda – Gia Sinh Commune, Gia Vien District

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How to Connect from Your Ha Long Bay Cruise to Our Limousine?

Most travelers taking the bus from Ha Long to Ninh Binh are transferring directly after finishing an overnight cruise. Here is how to make your connection seamless:

  • Tuan Chau Marina & Ha Long International Cruise Port: Cruises usually disembark between 11:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
  • Getting to our office: Since buses cannot enter the port areas directly, simply take a quick 10-15 minute taxi ride (costing around 100,000 – 150,000 VND / $4-6) from the port to our pick-up point at 18A Anh Dao Street.
  • Best bus time to book: We highly recommend booking the 12:00 PM or 13:00 PM departure. This gives you plenty of time to disembark, collect your luggage, grab a quick coffee, and arrive at our office without any rush.

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