Ninh Binh to Hoi An: An ultimate transportation guide

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From Ninh Binh, you can go to Hoi An through many ways (Source: Collected)

If you are on your Vietnam travel departing from Ninh Binh and heading to the ancient town of Hoi An, this guide is for you. There are several ways to travel from Ninh Binh to Hoi An, either by train, motorbike, or sleeper bus. Read on to learn more about these options.

1. About the Ninh Binh to Hoi An distance and travel time

Ninh Binh is in the northern region of Vietnam, while Hoi An is in the central region. The average travel time by road from Ninh Binh to Hoi An is usually about 12 hours for a journey of approximately 700 kilometers.

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2. How to get from Ninh Binh to Hoi An?

2.1. Ninh Binh to Hoi An by sleeper bus

For tourists, this is one of the most common means of transportation to travel from Ninh Binh to Hoi An. You can get a nice sleep as you make your journey in a sleeper bus, waking up to see you have arrived at your destination. A Ninh Binh to Hoi An bus ride has an average travel time of 12 hours. The average ticket price is 625,000 VND. Tan Kim Chi and Duy Khanh Limousine are two popular Ninh Binh to Hoi An sleeper bus companies that offer high-quality sleeper buses from Ninh Binh to Hoi An, with ticket prices from 500,000 VND to 750,000 VND. 

Sleeper bus is often a common option for tourists due to its convenience (Source: Collected)

2.2. Ninh Binh to Hoi An by motorbike or car

If you are an adventurer, you can try heading to Hoi An by motorbike or car. You can visit off-the-beaten-path attractions at your own pace thanks to the independence this option provides. It should be noted that this trip necessitates a higher degree of road awareness, and you have to be ready for longer travel times. It will take you at least 12 hours to reach Hoi An. If you go by car, you can take Highway CT01. If you go by motorbike, opt for National Road 1A. Both routes will take you to Da Nang City before you finally make your way to Hoi An. 

2.3. Ninh Binh to Hoi An by train

If you want to enjoy the scenery along the way, taking the train is the right option. However, as there is no direct Ninh Binh to Hoi An train route, you will need to first travel to Da Nang, then continue from Da Nang to Hoi An using other means of transportation.

There are five train schedules as shown below:

There are 2 types of seats on the train: soft seats and bunk beds. The ticket prices for bunk beds are from 700,000 VND to 1,000,000 VND. The ticket prices for soft seats are cheaper, from 500,000 VND to 600,000 VND. After arriving in Da Nang, you can take a bus, catch a taxi, or rent a motorbike to go from Da Nang to Hoi An. 

If you want to enjoy the scenery along the way, the train from Ninh Binh to Hoi An is a good option (Source: Collected)

3. Is there any Ninh Binh to Hoi An flight?

Given that both Ninh Binh and Hoi An do not have their own airports, you would have to first travel from Ninh Binh to Hanoi. Take a flight from Hanoi to Da Nang, then make your way from Da Nang to Hoi An to complete your adventure. The convenience of flying may be tempting, but it will be offset by longer travel times and higher expenses.

Noi Bai International Airport and Da Nang International Airport serve as major airports in Vietnam. Various airlines in Vietnam operate flights between these two destinations. The average ticket price from Hanoi to Da Nang ranges from 1,700,000 VND to 2,500,000 VND, with an average flight duration of 1 hour and 25 minutes.

*The information provided in this guide is for reference purposes only and may be subject to change over time.

In conclusion, there are a number of ways to get from Ninh Binh to Hoi An. Every means of transportation offers certain benefits of its own. With careful preparation, you can cover the distance between Ninh Binh and Hoi An with ease and enjoy the charm of Vietnam along the way.

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