Ninh Binh to Hue

How to Get From Ninh Binh to Hue

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ElaMaartenWritten by Ela · Reviewed by Maarten · Updated 3 weeks ago

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Hue was Vietnam's imperial capital, 455 kilometres (283 miles) south of Ninh Binh. The Citadel and the royal tombs along the Perfume River are the draw. Flying is the quickest way to get from Ninh Binh to Hue, taking 3h 45m - 5h 45m. Overland, the bus is the cheapest at $18 (480,000 VND) and takes 8h - 13h 30m. The train costs more and takes about as long.

DISTANCE

Distance from Ninh Binh to Hue

Ninh Binh and Hue are about 455 km (283 miles) apart, and the journey itself covers around 576 km by road. The quickest way to get from Ninh Binh to Hue is by taking the flight, which takes around 3h 45m - 5h 45m.

~455 km
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~576 km
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3h 45m
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3 ways to travel from Ninh Binh to Hue

There are three ways to travel from Ninh Binh to Hue. You can choose between the bus, train, and flight. The journey takes 3h 45m–11h and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at $18 (480,000 VND).

Bus18 departuresDuration8h+Pricefrom$18480,000 VND

Ninh Binh to Hue by Bus

There are a few bus companies operating on the Ninh Binh to Hue route, including Camel Travel, The Long Travel, Queen Cafe Bus, Green Trips, Duc Duong Bus, TBus and Cua Ong Limousine. These buses each offer one bus departure per day.

The bus ride takes 8h - 13h 30m. Although this option is the cheapest at $18 (480,000 VND), we don’t recommend travelling this long distance by bus. The night train is much safer and offers more comfort since you will have a mattress instead of a reclined seat.

Departure and arrival station

If you’re staying in Tam Coc, you can take a Long Travel bus that departs outside their hotel. The two other buses depart from the street across the Ninh Binh train station in the city centre.

You will be dropped off at Chu Van An street in Hue city centre. From here, you can already find various accommodations and establishments in the area.

Bus schedule from Ninh Binh to Hue

11hCamel TravelSleepingNinh Binh Central HotelCamel Travel office Hue20:30$18480,000 VNDTickets
12hThe Long TravelVIP CabinThe Long Hotel, Tam Coc62 Chu Van An19:00$22560,000 VNDTickets
11h30mQueen Cafe BusSleepingNinh Binh Central Hotel7 Doi Cung20:30$22580,000 VNDTickets
11h30mGreen TripsSleepingNinh Binh Central Hotel7 Doi Cung20:30$23590,000 VNDTickets
10h10mDuc Duong BusSleepingMikes Travel AgencyHue Northern Bus Station20:2520:40$24630,000 VNDTickets
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11h30mQueen Cafe BusSleepingMike's Travel AgencyLaurel Hotel/Queen Cafe20:30$24630,000 VNDTickets
11h30mQueen Cafe BusVIP CabinNinh Binh Central Hotel7 Doi Cung20:30$26690,000 VNDTickets
11h30mGreen TripsVIP CabinNinh Binh Central Hotel7 Doi Cung20:30$27720,000 VNDTickets
11h30mQueen Cafe BusLuxury SleepingMike's Travel AgencyLaurel Hotel/Queen Cafe20:30$29740,000 VNDTickets
9h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 34 SeatsMikes Travel Agency7 Doi Cung Hue20:3020:4521:00$29760,000 VNDTickets
10h10mDuc Duong BusVIP 34 SeatsMikes Travel AgencyHue Northern Bus Station20:3020:4521:00$29760,000 VNDTickets
10h30mDuc Duong BusVIP SleepingMikes Travel Agency2 Lam Hoang20:0520:45$29760,000 VNDTickets
10h30mDuc Duong BusSleepingMikes Travel Agency7 Doi Cung Hue20:2520:40$29760,000 VNDTickets
11hDuc Duong BusVIP SleepingMikes Travel Agency7 Doi Cung Hue20:35$29760,000 VNDTickets
11h30mTBusSleepingMike's Travel Agency7 Doi Cung20:00$30780,000 VNDTickets
10h30mCua Ong LimousineVIP SleepingNinh BinhHue20:30$31810,000 VNDTickets
11h30mTBusLuxury SleepingMike's Travel Agency7 Doi Cung20:00$451,160,000 VNDTickets
8hDuc Duong BusVIP Luxury 22Mikes Travel Agency2 Lam Hoang07:1507:3007:4508:0019:5020:10+1$451,180,000 VNDTickets
8hDuc Duong BusVIP Luxury 22Mikes Travel Agency7 Doi Cung Hue07:1507:3007:4508:0019:5020:10+1$451,180,000 VNDTickets
8hDuc Duong BusVIP Luxury 22Mikes Travel Agency44 Chu van An Street07:1507:3007:4508:0019:5020:10+1$451,180,000 VNDTickets
8hDuc Duong BusVIP Luxury 22Mikes Travel Agency86 Nguyen Sinh Cung07:1507:3007:4508:0019:5020:10+1$451,180,000 VNDTickets
13h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 20 SeatsMikes Travel Agency44 Chu van An Street07:2018:55$451,180,000 VNDTickets
13h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 20 SeatsMikes Travel Agency2 Lam Hoang07:2018:55$451,180,000 VNDTickets
13h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 20 SeatsMikes Travel Agency7 Doi Cung Hue07:2018:55$451,180,000 VNDTickets
9h30mDuc Duong BusVIP Luxury 22Mikes Travel Agency44 Chu van An Street20:4521:00$461,200,000 VNDTickets
9h30mDuc Duong BusVIP Luxury 22Mikes Travel Agency2 Lam Hoang20:4521:00$461,200,000 VNDTickets
9h30mDuc Duong BusVIP Luxury 22Mikes Travel Agency7 Doi Cung Hue20:4521:00$461,200,000 VNDTickets
11h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 20 SeatsMikes Travel Agency44 Chu van An Street19:2520:00$461,200,000 VNDTickets
11h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 20 SeatsMikes Travel Agency7 Doi Cung Hue19:2520:00$461,200,000 VNDTickets
11h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 20 SeatsMikes Travel Agency2 Lam Hoang19:2520:00$461,200,000 VNDTickets
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Hue
Train7 departuresDuration10h 49m+Pricefrom$25660,000 VND

Ninh Binh to Hue by Train

Taking the night train from Ninh Binh to Hue is convenient for the long journey to Hue. You can get a good night of sleep and won’t lose a day travelling. You can also think of it as saving a night on accommodation.

Travel time by train can take 10h 49m - 12h 49m with prices from $25 (660,000 VND) for the sleeper berths.

Departure and arrival station

Trains depart from Ninh Binh Railway Station in the city centre. This railway station is about a 5-minute ride from the city bus station.

From Hue Railway Station, you can take a 10-minute taxi to Hue city centre. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can also take a 25-minute walk!

Below are our recommended night train schedules:

Train schedule from Ninh Binh to Hue

12h49mVietnam RailwaysSecond Class SeatNinh BinhHue23:36$25660,000 VNDTickets
10h49mVietnam RailwaysSecond Class SeatNinh BinhHue23:10$30780,000 VNDTickets
11h40mVietnam RailwaySecond Class AC SeatNinh Binh Train StationHue Train Station08:2617:4621:3423:10$33860,000 VNDTickets
12h7mVietnam RailwaysSecond Class SleeperNinh BinhHue08:26$431,140,000 VNDTickets
11h6mVietnam RailwaysSecond Class SleeperNinh BinhHue21:34$491,280,000 VNDTickets
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12hVietnam RailwaySecond Class Sleeper ACNinh Binh Train StationHue Train Station08:2617:4623:10$581,520,000 VNDTickets
12hVietnam RailwayFirst Class SleeperNinh Binh Train StationHue Train Station08:2617:4623:10$661,720,000 VNDTickets
11h4mLotus TrainShared Deluxe Cabin for 4Ninh Binh Train StationHue Train Station22:05$721,880,000 VNDTickets
11h17mViolette Express TrainShared Cabin for 4Ninh BinhHue21:3423:10$751,960,000 VNDTickets
11h30mLaman ExpressShared Cabin for 4Ninh BinhHue21:45$761,980,000 VNDTickets
11h30mLaman ExpressFirst Class SleeperNinh BinhHue21:45$1353,600,000 VNDTickets
11h30mLaman ExpressPremium ClassNinh BinhHue21:45$1554,100,000 VNDTickets
11h37mLotus TrainVIP CabinNinh Binh Railway StationHue Train Station22:05$2807,300,000 VNDTickets
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Booking Tip

We recommend booking your tickets online through BookAway. Their site is intuitive, provides a clear picture of what you can expect, and offers great customer service. If you're eyeing the best deals, you might occasionally find slightly cheaper tickets on Baolau.

It’s best to book your train tickets in advance to secure a seat or a sleeper berth. You can read more in our post about travelling by train in Vietnam.

Hue
FlightVia HanoiDuration3h 45m+Pricefrom$501,300,000 VND

Ninh Binh to Hue by Flight

Ninh Binh does not have an airport so you will have to catch a flight from the closest airport, which is in Hanoi. Note that the two airports are also outside the city centres, so aside from the flight itself, you will still have to take additional rides.

We think the train is the better option for this route. It’s convenient and saves you a lot of daytime compared to taking a flight.

TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.

Step 1: Ninh Binh to Hanoi by Minivan

2-4h$17 (455,000 VND)

From Ninh Binh, you need to travel 95 km to Hanoi Airport. There are luxury minivans on this route with multiple departures throughout the day.

Khanh An Limousine offers free hotel pick-up in Tam Coc, while Duy Khang Limousine can pick you up from any hotel in Ninh Binh.

Travel time is 2-4 hours with rates from $17 (455,000 VND).

Flight tickets are available on Bookaway.

Booking Tip

If you miss the direct minivan to the airport or depart after their last trip, you can still travel to Hanoi Airport by minivan + taxi. This alternative is a bit cheaper than the direct minivan to the airport.

Step 2: Hanoi to Hue by Flight

1h 15m$23 (600,000 VND)

There are three airlines operating the Hanoi to Hue route: Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways, and Vietnam Airlines. There are usually flights in the morning and in the evening, so you can just book the flight that is convenient for you.

If you book early, you can find tickets as cheap as $23 (600,000 VND), but they can get up to $38 (1,000,000 VND). The flight takes about 1h 15m.

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Step 3: Hue Airport to Hue city centre by Taxi

30m$9.50 (250,000 VND)

Hue Airport is located outside the city centre, so you still need to travel the 15 km distance to the city. Taxis are available right outside the airport. A taxi ride for 30 minutes would cost around $9.50 (250,000 VND).

Private cars are available on BookAway with rates from $10 (270,000 VND). You can also book via Klook in advance for around $11 (300,000 VND).

You can read more in our Hanoi to Hue.

Huecity centre

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STAY

Our favourite places to stay in Hue

Here are our favourite places to stay in Hue for every budget.

Budget

Hong Thien Ruby Hotel

Hong Thien Ruby Hotel offers great value if you don't want to spent too much on an accommodation. Excellent breakfast, good location and friendly staff. What do you need more? Single beds incl. breakfast from $16 (420,000 VND) and double rooms from $24 (630,000 VND).
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Budget

Hotel La Pere

Another hotel that offers great value for money is Hotel La Perle. This eco-friendly hotel is located in the same area and also offers an outstanding breakfast plus fresh fruit all day long! Double rooms start from $24 (630,000 VND).
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Mid-Range

Cherish Hue Hotel

Want to treat yourself? The experience you get a Cherish Hue Hotel would cost you over $100 (2,650,000 VND) in a Western country, but here it won't cost you more than $42 (1,100,000 VND)! The staff is super professional and a breakfast buffet like this is hard to find anywhere else! The hotel also has a spa where you get a 30% discount as a guest and you can get a massage or other treatment for very reasonable prices.
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ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION

Why Visit Hue?

Hue in central Vietnam is a treat for history buffs. As the former national capital and seat of the Nguyen Dynasty, Hue is the best place to get to know Vietnam’s last imperial family. Explore the Imperial Citadel, cruise down the Perfume River, or sample an Imperial Banquet.

But if you ask us, the best thing to do in Hue is to ride a motorbike to the nearby Hai Van Pass — one of the greatest ocean roads in the world. This will reward you with some of the most jaw-dropping views you'll see in Vietnam!

Rounding it up

That's the full picture for getting from Ninh Binh to Hue, roughly 455 kilometres (283 miles) apart. In all, there are 3 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $18 (480,000 VND). The quickest trip takes 3h 45m.

Prices and timetables change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel. Have a question, or travelled this route recently? Ask the community below and we'll do our best to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance from Ninh Binh to Hue?

The distance from Ninh Binh to Hue is 455 kilometres (283 miles).

What is the fastest way to get from Ninh Binh to Hue?

The fastest way to get from Ninh Binh to Hue is by flight and takes 3h 45m - 5h 45m.

What is the cheapest way to get from Ninh Binh to Hue?

The cheapest way to get from Ninh Binh to Hue is by bus with ticket costs starting from 480,000 VND.

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Ela
Ela

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Ela is a storyteller, content producer, solo traveller and a mermaid-in-training. When she's not in front of her laptop, you will find her barefoot and living her best tan on some island in the Philippines. Or exploring the depths of its seas as a budding freediver. An island girl at heart, she'll be happy anywhere there is sea, sand, sun and coffee.

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Based in Bali, Maarten's passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you'll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.

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