Facts about the transport from Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai
| Cheapest Transport | $10 |
| Fastest Transport | 5h 10m |
| Earliest Departure | 4:50 AM |
| Latest Departure | 11:19 PM |
| Departures per day | 2 |
| Distance | 259 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Sao Viet, Vietnam Railways |
Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai
Best Options
$20
$20
Other Options
Transportation from Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai
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Trains$ 19.09
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Buses$ 9.34
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai Destination Reviews
LC
Linda CNô wifi, cannot adjust the temperature. Beds weren’t comfortable and room smells. Dark and dungy
Train #SP3 1st Class Sleeper, Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam), Jun 15, 2023
M
Martin Good application
Train #SP3 1st Class Sleeper, Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam), Mar 25, 2023
SJ
Sean JWe arrived at our destination over an hour after scheduled. But other than that it was fine.
Train #SP3 1st Class Sleeper, Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam), Nov 3, 2022
Popular Routes
From Gia Lam
To Gia Lam
From Sapa Lao Cai
Popular Routes in Vietnam
How to get from Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai
Travelling between Gia Lam and Sapa Lao Cai is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 19.09 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 19.09.
How long does it take to get from Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai?
It can take you anywhere between 6 and 8 hours to travel between Gia Lam and Sapa Lao Cai depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Gia Lam and Sapa Lao Cai. Bus will bring you to your destination in 5h 10m. Train does a much slower job and take about 7h 32m to reach Sapa Lao Cai.
How much does it cost to get from Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai?
Travelling between Gia Lam and Sapa Lao Cai can be as cheap as USD 19.09 if you opt for a Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam) train and as expensive as USD 19.09 if you buy a Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam) Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Gia Lam and Sapa Lao Cai ?
- 2 from Gia Lam to Sapa starting from 21:58 Gia Lam until 22:23 Gia Lam
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Gia Lam to Sapa overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Gia Lam and Sapa
Sao Viet (Sao Việt)
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Gia Lam to Sapa Lao Cai?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 73% took a train
- 27% opted for a bus