Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba

Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba

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Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba Schedule

Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Saigon DMC SUV 4pax Any timeVND 6,440k
Grouptour Bus + Bus 05:30 - 15:30VND 805k
Good Morning Cat Ba Bus VIP 33 06:30 - 12:45VND 720k
Grouptour Bus + Bus 08:30 - 18:30VND 805k
Daiichi Travel Express 12:30 - 22:30VND 440k
Daiichi Travel Express 16:00 - 02:00VND 440k
Grouptour Sleeper 38 Express 18:00 - 04:00VND 656k
Techbus VN JSC Bus + Ferry 21:15 - 09:15VND 633k
Good Morning Cat Ba Bus VIP 33 23:00 - 09:50VND 750k

Transportation from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba

Facts about the transport from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport7h 50m
Earliest Departure5:30 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day200
Distance392 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaiichi Travel, Duc Duong Bus, Full Moon Party Tour, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus, Grouptour, Luxury Van Limousine, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Techbus VN JSC

How to get from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba

Travelling between Lao Cai and Dao Cat Ba is possible by Bus, ferry, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 311.38 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus+van which will set you back mere USD 20.77.

How long does it take to get from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba?

It can take you anywhere between 8 and 13 hours to travel between Lao Cai and Dao Cat Ba depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Lao Cai and Dao Cat Ba. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 7h 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 13h to reach Dao Cat Ba.

How much does it cost to get from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba?

Travelling between Lao Cai and Dao Cat Ba can be as cheap as USD 20.77 if you opt for a Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số) bus+van and as expensive as USD 311.38 if you buy a OUROS Travel 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 Lao Cai and Dao Cat Ba ?

  • 183 from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba starting from 05:30 Sapa SSB until 23:30 Sapa Garden Bungalow
  • 7 by Bus+Ferry from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba starting from 07:00 Sapa Market until 23:00 Sapa Market
  • 4 by Bus+Van from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba starting from 21:30 Ket Doan Travel SP until 22:00 Ket Doan Travel SP
  • 2 by Bus+taxi from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba starting from 16:00 Sapa Fansipanbus until 16:00 Sapa Fansipanbus
  • 6 from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba starting from 00:00 Sapa until 00:00 Sapa

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba.

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

Bus

Travelling from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba 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 Lao Cai and Dao Cat Ba

Daiichi Travel, Duc Duong Bus, Full Moon Party Tour, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Luxury Van Limousine, Sapa Discovery Travel, 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 Lao Cai and Dao Cat Ba

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

What is the most popular transport to get from Lao Cai to Dao Cat Ba?

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

  • 35% opted for a bus
  • 29% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 19% chosen Bus+Van
  • 15% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 1% Other