THE SHORT VERSION
Ninh Binh to Cao Bang at a glance.
- From
- Ninh Binh Ninh Bình
- To
- Cao Bang Cao Bằng
- Road distance
- About 365 km
- Straight line
- 269 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Cao Bang to Ninh Binh →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ninh Binh
Ninh Binh is about two hours south of Hanoi by road and is the base for Tam Coc, Trang An and Hoa Lu. Public buses use the city bus station, while many limousine vans from Hanoi drop directly at hotels in Ninh Binh and Tam Coc.
- Ninh Binh Bus Station · Bến xe Ninh Bình
In the city. Public buses to Hanoi's Giap Bat station and services further south.
Arriving in Cao Bang
Many limousine vans from Hanoi drop at hotels in town. Ban Gioc and the border area are a further drive, so arrange onward transport locally.
- Cao Bang Bus Station · Bến xe Cao Bằng
Long-distance and regional services, including Hanoi.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Roads in the far north are winding. Allow extra time, especially after heavy rain.
- Some Ha Giang Loop itineraries continue to Cao Bang. Check whether your bus runs that way.
KEEP GOING
From Cao Bang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Cao Bang
More buses from Ninh Binh
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Ninh Binh from Cao Bang by road?+
About 365 km by road (269 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Ninh Binh to Cao Bang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Ninh Binh?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ninh Binh include Ninh Binh Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Cao Bang to Ninh Binh?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Cao Bang to Ninh Binh guide.
Where does the bus from Ninh Binh arrive in Cao Bang?+
It depends on the operator. In Cao Bang, services use Cao Bang Bus Station. Many limousine vans from Hanoi drop at hotels in town. Ban Gioc and the border area are a further drive, so arrange onward transport locally.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Cao Bang?+
Many limousine vans from Hanoi drop at hotels in town. Ban Gioc and the border area are a further drive, so arrange onward transport locally.
What kind of bus runs from Ninh Binh to Cao Bang?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Ninh Binh to Cao Bang bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Cao Bang by bus?+
Direct buses from Cao Bang include Ha Giang, Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Hanoi, Ha Long, Hai Phong and more. See all connections on our Cao Bang bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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