- Must visit
War Remnants Museum
One of the city’s most visited museums, documenting the Vietnam War through photographs, military equipment, and historical exhibits.
Cheapest price
$47
Average price
$62
Fastest journey
1 d 6 h
Average duration
1 d 8 h
Buses per day
4
Distance
1059 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City will cost around $62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $47.
Of the 4 buses that leave Ninh Bình for Ho Chi Minh City on Sun, Jun 28, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 28 the direct buses cover the 1059 km distance in an average of 1 d 8 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 6 h .
On Sun, Jun 28 the slowest buses will take 1 d 10 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $38. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $38, and a flight costs an average of $46.
Distance: 658 miles (1059 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
|---|---|---|
$56 Average price Cheapest | $125 Average price | $85 Average price |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration 2h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 33h 40m Average total duration 33h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City:
A bus is $29 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City costing on average $85 (€70).
A bus is $69 (€57) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City costing on average $125 (€103).
Other travel options to Ho Chi Minh City take longer:
Flight takes on average 2h 55m.
Train takes on average 33h 10m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Thành Trung Limousine | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 33h00 | Departure days Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator Thành Nhân - Hải Phòng | Departure Time 02:30AM | Arrival Time 05:12AM | Duration 26h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $69 |
Operator HTX Sài Gòn | Departure Time 02:50AM | Arrival Time 03:42PM | Duration 36h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Thành Nhân - Hải Phòng | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 05:12AM | Duration 26h12 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Hoàng Long - Hà Nội | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 02:07PM | Duration 34h37 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator An Bình (Thái Bình) | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 30h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator An Bình (Thái Bình) | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 31h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $54 |
Operator HTX Sài Gòn | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 10:42PM | Duration 36h52 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Thành Nhân - Hải Phòng | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:12PM | Duration 26h12 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Hoang Long Limousine | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Phượng Hoàng | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 35h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Hoang Long Limousine | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoàng Long Hải Vân | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator Phượng Hoàng | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 34h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Ngoc Phat | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:15PM | Duration 33h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $66 |
Operator Hoàng Long Hải Vân | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 28h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoang Long Limousine | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator A Ba | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 34h30 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $46 |
Operator Hoàng Long Hải Vân | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Hoang Long Limousine | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Hoang Long Limousine | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $128 |
Operator Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 30h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoàng Long Hải Vân | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoang Long Limousine | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Hoàng Long Hải Vân | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 30h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoang Long Limousine | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 32h30 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $55 |
Operator Hoàng Long Hải Vân | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50AM | Duration 29h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 29h20 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
The table below shows live departures for Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City buses for today, Saturday, June 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Hoàng Long Limousine | 8:00 PM Ninh Bình | 32h30 | 4:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Long Limousine | 8:30 PM Ninh Bình | 32h30 | 5:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | 10:00 PM Ninh Bình | 29h20 | 3:20 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | 10:00 PM Ninh Bình | 28h50 | 2:50 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
Hoàng Long (Quảng Ninh) | 10:00 PM Ninh Bình | 30h00 | 4:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:30 AM Ninh Bình | 33h00 | 11:30 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 AM Ninh Bình | 30h00 | 10:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City run on average 36 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) if you book in advance.
There are 36 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:00, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 658 miles (1059 km) distance in 26h 12m.
Distance 658 miles (1059 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $38 (€31) |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 26h 12m |
First bus 3:00 AM |
Last bus 11:35 PM |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Discover the best of Ho Chi Minh City — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ho Chi Minh City trip today.
One of the city’s most visited museums, documenting the Vietnam War through photographs, military equipment, and historical exhibits.
A historic palace with preserved interiors and exhibitions on modern Vietnamese history; functions as both landmark and museum-style attraction.
A major art museum in a beautiful colonial-era building, known for Vietnamese modern art, sculpture, and decorative arts collections.
The city’s main pedestrian boulevard, lined with historic facades, events, and nightlife, especially lively in the evening.
A central district area around the famous market, busy with shopping streets, local energy, and easy access to major sights.
A well-known nightlife street that is loud and crowded, popular with visitors seeking a high-energy urban atmosphere.
Broken rice served with grilled pork, egg, pickles, and fish sauce. It is one of Ho Chi Minh City's signature everyday meals, especially popular for breakfast and lunch.
A Southern noodle soup with clear, slightly sweet broth, rice noodles, pork, shrimp, and herbs. It is a beloved Saigon staple with Cambodian-Chinese influence.
A crisp turmeric rice-flour pancake filled with pork, shrimp, and bean sprouts, usually wrapped with herbs and lettuce. It is a classic Southern Vietnamese dish with fresh, lively flavors.
A highly regarded contemporary restaurant known for house-made cheese and Japanese-Vietnamese hospitality. It is not traditional, but it is one of the city's most dependable dining venues.
An established restaurant famous for refined Southern Vietnamese comfort food served in a nostalgic house filled with antiques and greenery.
A popular and reliable spot for Vietnamese family-style cooking, known for polished service, classic dishes, and a comfortable atmosphere for visitors.
Food, coffee, and local transport are cheap for most tourists. International hotels and upscale dining cost more but remain lower than many major Asian hubs.
Tipping is not mandatory. In local eateries, rounding up is enough. In restaurants, 5-10% is appreciated if service is good and no service charge is added. Taxis do not require tips, but rounding up is common.
Official public transport app
Tan Son Nhat International Airport, Ho Chi Minh City -> Ben Thanh Market, Ho Chi Minh City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ho Chi Minh City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City buses use the Ninh Bình to Ho Chi Minh City station pair. Use this guide to compare Ninh Bình and Ho Chi Minh City bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Ninh Bình has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small food stalls and local vendors available outside the terminal
ATMs are aTM available near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Ninh Bình.
Available at Ninh Bình: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ninh Bình: Basic ramps available.
Ho Chi Minh City is 9 km from Ho Chi Minh City city centre. Public transport options include:
Ho Chi Minh City has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Food court and street food vendors available
Free Wi-Fi available in terminal. ATMs are aTMs from various banks available.
Ticket office support is available at Ho Chi Minh City.
Available at Ho Chi Minh City: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ho Chi Minh City: Wheelchair ramps, assistance available.
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