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From the beaches and the Dragon Bridge of Da Nang you travel north to Ninh Binh, where limestone peaks rise out of the rice fields and rivers. Most travelers go overnight, by train or by sleeper bus. You can compare and book on GoAsia.cc.
Da Nang to Ninh Binh by Train
Four Reunified Express trains run from Da Nang to Ninh Binh. SE8 leaves at 23:41 and arrives at 13:59 the next day, SE6 leaves at 02:01 and arrives at 16:55, SE4 leaves at 12:28 and arrives at 02:14, and SE2 leaves at 13:21 and arrives at 03:24. The ride takes about 13 hours 45 minutes to 15 hours.[1]
The train is the more scenic way to go north: you watch the central coast and the countryside of the north slide past from your window. Book a sleeper berth early in busy periods, and choose a lower berth if you want more headroom.
Da Nang to Ninh Binh by Bus
The sleeper bus takes about 15 hours and costs about $22 to $27 on booking platforms (October 2026).[2] Buses are laid out with reclining berths for the overnight run. The Limousine buses have fewer berths and a little more space than the standard sleepers.
Tips for Traveling from Da Nang to Ninh Binh
- Book early: The best berths sell out days ahead in peak periods.
- Pack a jacket: Trains and buses keep the air conditioning cold.
- Plan the last leg: From Ninh Binh a short taxi or motorbike ride takes you to Tam Coc or Trang An.
- Bring food and water: Buy fruit or sandwiches from a bakery in Da Nang before you board.
Timetable
| Bus Da Nang - Ninh Binh $ 21.77–26.61 15h | |
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| Train Da Nang - Ninh Binh $ 29.86–131.87 13h 8m – 15h 10m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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The sleeper bus is the cheapest way, with tickets from about $22 on booking platforms (October 2026).
The train. The quickest Reunified Express services take about 13 hours 45 minutes, while the bus takes from about 15 hours.
By train the journey takes about 13 hours 45 minutes to 15 hours, depending on the service. The bus takes from about 15 hours.
Yes. The Reunified Express offers sleeper compartments as well as seats, and you pick the berth when you book. Lower berths have more headroom.
The buses on this route have reclining sleeper berths rather than upright seats. Limousine buses have fewer berths and more space, but taller passengers may still find the legroom tight.
Most travelers get off at Ninh Binh station or the bus drop-off in the city. From there a short taxi ride takes you to Tam Coc or Trang An.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Vietnam Railways: Vietnam Railways timetable: North-South trains (Reunified Express). Retrieved October 30, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Da Nang to Ninh Binh. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
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