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Ninh Binh to Mai Chau : The complete transfer guide 2024

Ninh Binh to Mai Chau transfer guide

This Ninh Binh to Mai Chau transfer guide provides you with all the detailed information about how to get from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau Valley.We also show you some ways to travel from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau using taxi, shuttle bus, private car,  motorbike, local bus, and more, written by a local expert

About Mai Chau

Mai Chau is a stunning valley with lush green rice paddies field, majestic karst mountains, located in the Northwest of Vietnam, and is home to the White Thai ethnic group. Mai Chau is an ideal place to sit back, relax and enjoy natural beauty and meet friendly local but way less touristy than Sapa.

Ninh Binh to Mai Chau distance 

The distance from Ninh Binh (Tam Coc town) to Mai Chau  is 139 kilometers (87 miles).

Frequently ask question about Ninh Binh to Mai Chau Transfer

How long does it take from Ninh Binh to Halong?
Three and a half hour drive including stopover along the way

When is the best time to see Mai Chau

September and October for the rice field season and the weather is cool. 

Is day trip to Mai Chau from Ninh Binh possible?

Yes. It is possible but not worth it. Since you will be spending 7 hours round trip on the road. You’d better finish Ninh Binh and take one way transfer to Mai Chau and spend there a couple of nights. 

Is there any alternative for Mai Chau?

Mai Hich village, Xam Khoe village, Bao La area which is less touristy than Mai Chau town. 

How long does it takes from Mai Chau to Noi Bai airport?

Four hours and 20 minutes including stopover along the way

How to get from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau : Transports, Advices and Tips

Most of travellers who visit Mai Chau from Ninh Binh is to finish their stay in Ninh Binh and Mai Chau will be their next stop. I hardly find anyone who take day trip to Mai Chau from Ninh Binh. 

Please see travel options between Ninh Binh and Mai Chau using private transfer, taxi, shuttle bus, local bus and motorbike.

Ninh Binh to Mai Chau bus/limousine Dcar (Tourist friendly option)

For your convenience, transfer from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau which offer pick up and drop off at your accommodation will be the best choice. Or you will be dropped off close to your accommodation in Mai Chau 

Thai Travel bus

One of the first bus companies that run the bus services for tourists from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau. 

They use Huyndai Xseat bus which is good quality 

Route Departure time  Transfer time  Ticket fare Type of bus 
Tam Coc– Mai Chau 

From Ninh Binh: 2pm

From Mai Chau: 8.30am,

3.5 hours 285.000VND/pax Xseat (12 seats)

Pick up in Tam Coc : Duc Tuan hotel and restaurant, very close to the Tam Coc pier

Pick up in Mai Chau : Mai Chau valley view hotel.

TBUS and Group tour

Route Departure time  Transfer time  Ticket fare Type of bus 
Tam Coc– Mai Chau 

From Ninh Binh: 2pm

From Mai Chau: 8.30am,

3.5 hours 15 USD/pax Ford transit(16 seats)

 

How to take local bus from Ninh Binh to Pu Luong?

Most of the local buses starts at Ninh Binh bus terminal, which is 7 kilometers from tam Coc town. You can also try our luck by standing at Bung Binh Tam Coc (Tam Coc roundabout) to catch a bus to Mai Chau because most of the buses from the Central and South of Vietnam has to drive pass the roundabout.

You can also take a bus to Son La and get off at Nga Ba Toong Dau aka Tong Dau T-juntion 

It isn’t a good option since you need to take a taxi from Tam Coc to the city of Ninh Binh and another taxi ride from Toong Dau T-juction (not all buses) to your accommodation in Mai Chau. 

How to book a tourist shuttle bus from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau

Supporting local business called Vexere, by buying the ticket with them. 

There are platforms for booking bus tickets from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau

Pro Tips for booking a Limousine Dcar/shuttle bus from NInh Binh to Mai Chau

  • Ask the hotel staff to check the bus schedule if any changes
  • You may arrive in Mai Chau later than expected.
  • We offer drop off in the Mai Chau town. area. 
  • Bring local currency Dong to pay for the bus ticket 
  • You can encounter an unsafe driver who may use the phone when driving
  • I don’t recommend taking a local bus unless you want to experience. Because for the cost, you need 

Ninh Binh to Mai Chau  private transfer: 4 seaters, 7 seaters – SUV car, minivan

If you are travelling in a party from 3 people above, this option is the best

Route 4 seaters car (2 people with luggage 7 seaters cars (family of four with luggage)  16-seater minivan (up to 8 people with luggage) 
Ninh Binh to Mai Chau 90 95 110

Driver language skill : Basic English

Pick up and drop off : Door to Door

Type of vehicles : 4 seaters car (Sedan) for 2 adults and 01 kid with luggage, 7 seaters car (maximum 4 adults and 01 kid with luggage), 16 seaters minibus (maximum for 10 adults with luggage) 

For booking a private transfer/car to Mai CHau, kindly contact us via: WhatsApp: +84.974.313.104

What do do and see along the way from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau

  • Cuc Phuong national park. 

An additional fee is applied if you visit the tourist attractions mentioned above.  

Ninh Binh to Mai Chau motorbike 

Experienced riders are welcome because the traffic is busy and you may encounter big trucks along the road. You also may ride along the slope, which is not easy for beginners. 

Be prepare,  full-head helmet and a valid international driving license.

Duration : 3.5 hours, including toilet break

Route : From Tam Coc, travel to the national road no 12B, then the national road no 6

Please see the route map below

 

Ninh Binh to Mai Chau by taxi/Grab

As far as I know, the price of either taxi or Grab will be more expensive than taking a private car. I am speaking about taxi metter. 

I don’t think it’s a good option unless you need to make a deal with the driver in advance.

Ninh Binh to Mai Chau train

There is no train from Ninh Binh to Mai Chau

Transfer guide from Ninh Binh to other destinations

Read more : Ninh Binh to Halong transfer guide

Ninh Binh to Pu Luong transfer

Hanoi to Ninh Binh Transfer guide

Other private guided tours in Ninh Binh

Wet rice growing tour in Ninh Binh

Less touristy Ninh Binh day tour from Hanoi/Ninh Binh

Ninh Binh private tours

We hope this Hanoi to Halong transport guide will help you plan your transfer from Hanoi to Ninh Binh

If you are looking for  a private transfer service from Hanoi to Halong, kindly contact us via Whatsapp at +84.974.313.104

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