Hanoi to Ninh Bình train with Lotus Train

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanoi to Ninh Bình

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

€16

Average price

€16

Fastest journey

2 h 5 m

Average duration

2 h 9 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

87 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanoi to Ninh Bình is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hanoi to Ninh Bình will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Hanoi for Ninh Bình on Sat, Mar 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 87 km distance in an average of 2 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .

On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 13 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.

Vietnam Railways
06:00AM2h14
Ha Noi
08:14AMNinh Binh
161One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
06:10AM2h17
Ha Noi
08:27AMNinh Binh
161One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
08:00AM2h17
Ha Noi
10:17AMNinh Binh
161One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
08:45AM2h14
Ha Noi
10:59AMNinh Binh
161One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
08:55AM2h13
Ha Noi
11:08AMNinh Binh
161One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Hanoi to Ninh Bình

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hanoi to Ninh Bình among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €2. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €2, and a train costs an average of €16.

Distance: 87 km

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Bus

€40

Average price

€4

Average price

Cheapest

2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

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Live departures

Hanoi to Ninh Bình train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanoi to Ninh Bình trains for tomorrow, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 5:02 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Vietnam Railways6:00 AM Ha Noi
2h14
8:14 AM Ninh Binh0 transfersDirect
Vietnam Railways6:10 AM Ha Noi
2h17
8:27 AM Ninh Binh0 transfersDirect
Vietnam Railways8:00 AM Ha Noi
2h17
10:17 AM Ninh Binh0 transfersDirect
Vietnam Railways8:45 AM Ha Noi
2h14
10:59 AM Ninh Binh0 transfersDirect
Vietnam Railways8:55 AM Ha Noi
2h13
11:08 AM Ninh Binh0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanoi to Ninh Bình

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Trains from Hanoi to Ninh Bình run on average 8 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €2 by bus.

There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:06, the last at 21:25. The fastest train covers the 87 km distance in 2h 5m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €2
Distance
87 km
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
€16
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
2h 5m
First train
02:06
Last train
21:25
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €2

Train companies: Lotus Train, Vietnam Railways from Hanoi to Ninh Bình trainsLotus Train, Vietnam Railways trains will get you between Hanoi and Ninh Bình from €2. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Lotus Train

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 5m
Cheapest Price
€320
Lotus Train frequency
1 a day

Vietnam Railways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 6m
Cheapest Price
€16
Vietnam Railways frequency
9 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hanoi to Ninh Bình

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanoi to Ninh Bình by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ninh Bình, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Hanoi to Ninh Bình can start from as little as €16 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hanoi to Ninh Bình is €40; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Hanoi to Ninh Bình is 2h 5m to travel the 87 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Hanoi to Ninh Bình leaves at 2:06 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Hanoi to Ninh Bình leaves at 9:25 PM.
Yes,there are 8 direct trains a day from Hanoi to Ninh Bình with Lotus Train, Vietnam Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Hanoi to Ninh Bình, you can count on Lotus Train, Vietnam Railways for the best way to get you to Ninh Bình. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Hanoi and Ninh Bình and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Ninh Bình from Hanoi is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 5m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Hanoi to Ninh Bình is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hanoi and Ninh Bình including taking a train and bus.

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