Facts about the transport from Ha Long to Sapa
| Cheapest Transport | $18 |
| Fastest Transport | 7h |
| Earliest Departure | 6:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:40 AM |
| Departures per day | 4 |
| Distance | 350 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Phuc Xuyen, Saigon DMC |
Ha Long to Sapa
Best Options
$159
$320
Other Options
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Transportation from Ha Long to Sapa
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Buses$ 17.60
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Taxis$ 158.12
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available
Ha Long to Sapa Destination Reviews
KM
Katherine MWonderful people! The bus was absolutely the best I've been on in Viet Nam. Shout out to Thang for being a gentleman and was so kind and nice. Highly recommend. Yayyy Sa Pa, here I come!
Bus Sleeper 41, Ha Long Bus Travel, May 17, 2024
SS
Stine SWay to late
Bus VIP Cabin 20, Sapa Discovery Travel, Apr 23, 2024
CM
Claudio MVery good experience overall in a VIP cabin. Everything went smoothly, although actual pickup point was not where it was written, people there were aware of us and took care of transporting us there (without any additional fee)
Bus VIP 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Apr 9, 2024
SG
Stella GWe took the night bus from Halong to Sapa and booked the tickets via 12goAsia with Sapa Ethnic Travel. Having read previous reviews, it wasn't quite so bad as we were already prepared for the worst. The most important info from our experience. The bus was fully booked but there were no people in the aisle. The bus was full of mosquitoes (pack your spray!). There are several stops along the way, but there are no official breaks. Toilet stops were out of the question on the 8-hour journey. There was no toilet on board either. Of course the driver doesn't speak English, actually no one on board. The tourists were shouted at by the driver to lie down in the back in the assembly areas (5 next to each other and on top of each other). You are not allowed to choose your seat. The good seats are reserved for local passengers. There is little space for luggage in the bus (even downstairs), as thousands of other things are being transported (e.g. motorcycles - wtf). Smaller luggage is often left in the aisle. In Lao Cai you are then transferred to a mini van (overcrowded) to Sapa. For 38 euros for 2 tickets, not the best experience. The private car from Halong costs 170USD in comparison. You should think twice ;-) The pick-up station in Halong is not at the Bay Chai Bus Station, but virtually in front of it. Diagonally opposite the Mitsubishi store. But we had to find out for ourselves. Our bus was "only" 30 minutes late for pick-up. And 1.5 hours on arrival. So the times are not soooo precise.
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Bus Sleeper 41, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), May 5, 2023
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How to get from Ha Long to Sapa
Travelling between Ha Long and Sapa is possible by Bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 319.43 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 158.12.
How long does it take to get from Ha Long to Sapa?
It can take you anywhere between 7 and 10 hours to travel between Ha Long and Sapa depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Ha Long and Sapa. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 7h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 9h 5m to reach Sapa.
How much does it cost to get from Ha Long to Sapa?
Travelling between Ha Long and Sapa can be as cheap as USD 158.12 if you opt for a Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc) taxi and as expensive as USD 319.43 if you buy a Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc) taxi 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 Ha Long and Sapa ?
- 4 from Quang Ninh to Sapa starting from 00:00 Ha Long until 00:00 Ha Long
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Ha Long to Sapa.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Quang Ninh 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 Quang Ninh and Sapa
Phuc Xuyen (Phúc Xuyên)
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Quang Ninh and Sapa
Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc)
What is the most popular transport to get from Ha Long to Sapa?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 90% opted for a bus
- 10% bought a taxi ride