Facts about the transport from Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam
| Cheapest Transport | $10 |
| Fastest Transport | 5h |
| Earliest Departure | 8:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 11:59 PM |
| Departures per day | 3 |
| Distance | 250 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Sao Viet, Vietnam Railways |
Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam
Best Options
$14
$21
Other Options
Transportation from Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam
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Trains$ 13.18
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Buses$ 9.33
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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
Popular Routes
From Sapa Lao Cai
To Sapa Lao Cai
From Gia Lam
Popular Routes in Vietnam
How to get from Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam
Travelling between Sapa Lao Cai and Gia Lam 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 20.07 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 13.18.
How long does it take to get from Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam?
It can take you anywhere between 5 and 8 hours to travel between Sapa Lao Cai and Gia Lam depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Sapa Lao Cai and Gia Lam. Bus will bring you to your destination in 5h. Train does a much slower job and take about 7h 32m to reach Gia Lam.
How much does it cost to get from Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam?
Travelling between Sapa Lao Cai and Gia Lam can be as cheap as USD 13.18 if you opt for a Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam) train and as expensive as USD 20.07 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 Sapa Lao Cai and Gia Lam ?
- 3 from Sapa to Gia Lam starting from 08:30 Sapa Lao Cai until 21:30 Sapa Lao Cai
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Sapa to Gia Lam 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 Sapa and Gia Lam
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 Sapa Lao Cai to Gia Lam?
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
- 94% took a train
- 6% opted for a bus