🚌 Frequency questions How to get to Pu Luong & Booking Your Bus Ticket Online
To reserve your seat, visit the official website: Ninh Binh Express Bus. Follow these steps:
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Select Your Travel Dates: Choose your preferred departure and return dates.
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Fill in Personal Details: Provide your name, nationality, contact information, and any other required details.
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Await Confirmation: After submission, wait for a confirmation email that includes a payment link.
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Complete Payment: Use the provided link to make your payment.
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Receive E-Voucher: Once payment is confirmed, you’ll receive an electronic voucher via email, which serves as your ticket.
💳 Payment Methods
Ninh Binh Express Bus offers multiple payment options for your convenience:
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Internet Banking: Transfer funds directly to their Vietnam Commercial Bank (VCB) account.
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VTC Pay: Use this platform for secure online transactions.
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PayPal: Opt for this method for international payments.
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Cash Payment: Visit their office at 20 Lang Ha Street, Dong Da District, Hanoi, at least three days before departure to pay in cash.
Note: A 3% bank fee applies to credit card payments.
✅ Booking Confirmation
A successful booking is confirmed once payment is received. You’ll get an electronic voucher detailing:
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Passenger names
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Number of travelers
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Departure and return dates
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Pick-up points
This e-voucher can be printed or displayed on your smartphone during boarding.
🎟️ Why No Paper Tickets?
As a tourism transportation company, Ninh Binh Express Bus operates charter and shared buses rather than public buses. Therefore, they issue electronic service vouchers instead of paper tickets. These e-vouchers are valid for boarding and can be presented digitally or in print.
⏰ If You Miss the Bus
Passengers are advised to arrive at the pick-up point at least 30 minutes before departure. If you miss the bus due to personal delays, the booking is considered canceled, and no refund is provided. However, if the delay is caused by Ninh Binh Express Bus, they will arrange an alternative service of equal quality or offer a full refund.
🔄 Itinerary Changes
In cases of unforeseen circumstances (e.g., weather conditions), Ninh Binh Express Bus may alter the itinerary. They will contact you promptly via the provided phone number or email. If you disagree with the changes, you have the option to receive a full refund or choose an alternative service.
❌ Cancellation Policy
Cancellations by Ninh Binh Express Bus:
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If the company cancels the service, they will inform you as soon as possible and offer an alternative vehicle or a refund. The refund amount depends on the timing and reason for cancellation.
Cancellations by Passengers:
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Normal Days: Notify 3 days in advance: 80% refund / Less than 3 days: Date change only; no refund.
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Weekends: Notify 3 days in advance: 70% refund / Less than 3 days: Date change only; no refund.
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Holidays or Tet: Notify 7 days in advance: 70% refund / Less than 7 days: Date change only; no refund.
Note: Bank fees and other charges are borne by the customer.
📍 Route Details: Ninh Binh to Pu Luong
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Distance: Approximately 135 km.
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Travel Time: Around 3.5 to 4 hours, depending on traffic.
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Departure Points: Tam Coc Wharf, Dinh Tien Hoang Square, Van Long Wharf.
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Arrival Points: Pu Luong Hanasa Resort, Ebino, Ecocharm, Natura, Retreat, Eco Garden, and Pu Luong Anh Tu Homestay (Welcome gate to Đon village).
🚐 Bus Types and Pricing
Ninh Binh Express Bus offers various bus options:
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Ford Transit (16 seats): $15 – $18 one-way.
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Limousine Bus (10 seats): $18 – $20 one-way.
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Limousine Bus (16 seats): $18 – $20 one-way.
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Luxury Bus (28 seats): $18 – $20 one-way
Note: Prices may increase by up to 30% during holidays.
🧒 Child Policy
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Children under 5 years: Free of charge (must share a seat with a parent).
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Children over 5 years: Charged at the adult rate.
📞 Contact Information
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Email: [email protected]
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Website: Ninh Binh Express Bus
9. How to get from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong?
The easiest way to travel from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong is by bus. Book online and receive your e-tickets by email, ready for boarding.
10. How far is Pu Luong from Ninh Binh ?
The travel distance from Hanoi to Pu Luong is 185 km by road. There is no airport nearby Pu Luong, the only way to travel between Hanoi and Pu Luong is by taking a bus.
11. How long does it take to get from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong?
It takes 4-5 hours to get from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong by bus.
Depending on the traffic, sometimes the bus arrives 30 minutes earlier or later than scheduled.
12. What types of buses operate the route from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong?
There are two types of buses running the route Hanoi to Pu Luong.
- Minivan: minivans that have the interior refurbished with four rows of seats accommodating 12 passengers.
- Limousine Van: minivans that have the interior refurbished with three rows of seats accommodating 9 passengers, or one row of seats at the back and four individual seats in the center accommodating up to 7 passengers. Additionally, there is space for 1 extra passenger in the front of the van, seating next to the driver.
13. How much does it cost to get from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong by shuttle bus?
The price of the bus ticket from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong varies depending on the type of vehicle that you choose. It starts from 15$ = 350,000 – 20$ = 460,000 VND.
Keep in mind that some bus companies in Vietnam increase the price on weekends and national holidays.
14. Where does the bus from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong depart?
The buses from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong depart from Tam Coc, Bích Dong, Trang An, Ninh Binh, Hoa Lu
Please arrive to the point of departure at least 30-60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Note that some bus companies will organize the transfer of passengers from the point of departure to the bus terminal by shuttle bus, therefore customers must show up in advance or risk missing the bus.
15. Where does the bus from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong arrive?
The buses from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong arrive at Ba Thuoc District, Thanh Hoa.
16. Where to travel next from Pu Luong?
From Pu Luong, you can return to Ninh Binh and continue traveling by bus to other destinations in Northern Vietnam such as Moc Chau, Mai Chau, Lang Son, Ninh Binh, Sapa, Ha Giang, Cao Bang, Tuyen Quang, Bac Kan, and Mu Cang Chai.