How to get from Ninh Binh to Lan Ha Bay

    By the GoPhuot editors · Updated 26 August 2026

    Distance
    124 kmstraight line
    Fastest
    4h 30m - 5h 30mby ferry
    Cheapest
    11 - 18 USDby ferry
    Ways to go
    2ferry

    All two, side by side

    • Limousine BusTime5h 30m - 6h 30mPrice11 - 18 USDDepartsSeveral dailyRead more
    • Private CarTime4h 30m - 5h 30mPrice70 - 140 USDDepartsSeveral dailyRead more

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    Limousine Bus

    Fast, comfortable, and the most practical choice, gliding from Ninh Binh to Cat Ba with ferry included for Lan Ha Bay access.

    1. 1NInh BinhCat Ba Island

      Limousine Bus4h 30m - 5h 15m10 - 13 USDSeveral daily

    2. 2Đồng Bài Ferry StationCat Ba Island

      Ferry1h - 1h 15m1 - 5 USDSeveral daily

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    12Go

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    1 - 5 USD1h - 1h 15mSeveral daily

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    Private Car

    Flexible and smooth, this door-to-door ride saves time and lands you on Cat Ba with minimal hassle.

    1. 1Ninh BinhCai Beo Pier

      Private Car3h 30m - 4h 15m70 - 140 USDOn demand

    2. 2Bến phà Đồng BàiCai Beo Pier

      Ferry1h - 1h 15m1 - 5 USDSeveral daily

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    12Go

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    1 - 5 USD1h - 1h 15mSeveral daily

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    Now that you’re there

    What to do in Lan Ha Bay

    Lan Ha BayVietnam

    A quieter alternative to Ha Long Bay, known for limestone karsts, emerald waters, and island-hopping around Cat Ba.

    10 attractionsOpen the Lan Ha Bay guide

    Other ways out of Ninh Binh

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