Hanoi to Sapa

Hanoi to Sapa

NaN Passengers

Other Options

Hanoi to Sapa Schedule

Hanoi to Sapa Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
OUROS Travel Van 9pax Any timeVND 5,077k
Grouptour VIP 20 05:55 - 10:55VND 403k
Luxury Van Limousine Limousine 13 06:45 - 12:15VND 438k
Daiichi Travel VIP 24 09:00 - 14:20VND 440k
Daiichi Travel VIP 24 11:00 - 16:20VND 440k
Grouptour Lower Single Cabin 13:50 - 20:10VND 528k
Cua Ong Limousine VIP 22 15:20 - 21:20VND 431k
Daiichi Travel VIP 24 16:30 - 22:30VND 468k
Techbus VN JSC VIP 20 18:45 - 01:00VND 468k
Viet Nam Travel Bus VIP 22 Sleeper 21:28 - 03:58VND 432k
VicSapa Train VIP Sleeper 22:00 - 05:55VND 1,700k

Transportation from Hanoi to Sapa

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Sapa

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport4h 30m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure10:36 PM
Departures per day15
Distance225 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChapa Express, Dichung, Fanxipan, GreenLion Bus, Grouptour, Laman Express, NewLivitrans Express, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapaly Express, Techbus VN JSC, Tiim Group, VicSapa Train, Vietnam Railways, Violette Express Train

Hanoi to Sapa Destination Reviews

RG
When we arrived at the office they gave us a ticket for a bus 1 hr earlier. It meant we didn't have time to get food and visit an ATM as planned. The bus was comfortable and the toilet on board was clean. Staff on board were not particularly friendly with no communication at any point in the journey other than to take off shoes. The TV screens didn't work. Some of the USBs did work but not all.
Bus VIP 24, Daiichi Travel (Daiichi Travel), Mar 25, 2024
DP
The booking was prerry easy and straight forward. We was urgently booking the earliest possible bus. We got confirmation within 5 min. We arrived at the pickup point an hour later and they were able to put us on an earlier bus which was the best
Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Mar 24, 2024
DI
One of the best transport/travel i had in my life. Own cabin!! On the bus!! Meaning own bed!! Brand new everything usb type3 as well as regular charger in your bed/cabin. You can close windows fully and comfortably sleep. Nice clean WC on the bus... better travelling then in Europe 100%.. 7 stars
Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Mar 23, 2024
MM
The bus was not so clean.
Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Mar 23, 2024
HW
Fantastic coach, clean and comfortable, great wifi, only thing that let it down was couldn’t find the meeting point at Hanoi airport as email information just said the airport, I managed to message them and they came and got me from a spot which they sent me a photo of.
Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Mar 22, 2024
LD
The bus left 30 minutes early, and we arrived at 4:00 a.m. instead of 5:00 a.m. It was hard to get any sleep because the bus was making a lot of noise (there were also a few potholes on the way that shook us a bit)… The upside: 2 small bottles of water in each cabin.
Bus VIP 24, Daiichi Travel (Daiichi Travel), Mar 21, 2024
LC
New bus, super friendly driver, everything very clean and comfortable. The trip was very pleasant.
This review was autotranslated
Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Mar 17, 2024
ZN
They were late by an hour. But it was comfortable and overall a nice experience
Bus VIP 24, Daiichi Travel (Daiichi Travel), Mar 17, 2024
C
The bus driver spent the entire time talking on the phone and watching videos while driving. Shockingly unsafe. For whatever reason the bus stopped 5 different times on the way. Seats/beds were comfortable. When we got to Sapa they did drive us to our hotel but the shuttle driver was unimaginably rude and angry. Not sure why.
Bus Lower Single Cabin, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Mar 17, 2024
TH
06:30-12:30 sleeper bus from Hanoi to Sapa. Times not great but slept well on bus. Couple of stops along the way for toilet/food. Well organised in comparison to other sleeper busses.
Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Mar 16, 2024
4.4
2362 customer reviews
5
46%
4
31%
3
15%
2
8%
1
0%
How to get from Hanoi to SapaHow to get from Hanoi to Sapa

How to get from Hanoi to Sapa

Travelling between Hanoi and Sapa is possible by Bus, train, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Taxi+train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 261.42 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 21.27.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Sapa?

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 10 hours to travel between Hanoi and Sapa depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Hanoi and Sapa. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 4h 30m. Taxi+train does a much slower job and take about 9h 5m to reach Sapa.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Sapa?

Travelling between Hanoi and Sapa can be as cheap as USD 21.27 if you opt for a Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company) bus and as expensive as USD 261.42 if you buy a Dichung 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 Hanoi and Sapa ?

  • 4 from Hanoi to Sapa starting from 06:50 Hanoi until 14:15 Hanoi
  • 11 from Hanoi to Sapa starting from 00:00 Hanoi until 00:00 Hanoi

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Hanoi to Sapa.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Hanoi 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 Hanoi and Sapa

Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company)

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 Hanoi and Sapa

Dichung, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc)

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.

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Hanoi and Sapa, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Hanoi and Sapa

GreenLion Bus (Du lịch Sư tử Xanh), Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour)

What is the most popular transport to get from Hanoi to Sapa?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Van remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 42% took a van
  • 41% took a train
  • 10% opted for a bus
  • 3% chosen taxi+Train
  • 3% chosen Train+taxi
  • 1% Other