Facts about the transport from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai
| Cheapest Transport | $11 |
| Fastest Transport | 2h |
| Earliest Departure | 5:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 7:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 15 |
| Distance | 100 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | VietNam Travel Bus |
Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai
Best Options
$11
$11
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Transportation from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai
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Buses$ 10.61
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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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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
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How to get from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai
Travelling between Ho Chi Minh and Lao Cai is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 10.61 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.61.
How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai?
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 46 hours to travel between Ho Chi Minh and Lao Cai depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Ho Chi Minh and Lao Cai. Bus will bring you to your destination in 2h. Bus+train does a much slower job and take about 1d 21h 55m to reach Lao Cai.
How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai?
Travelling between Ho Chi Minh and Lao Cai can be as cheap as USD 10.61 if you opt for a VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus) bus and as expensive as USD 10.61 if you buy a VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus) Bus 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 Ho Chi Minh and Lao Cai ?
- 15 from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai starting from 05:30 215 Pham Ngu Lao until 19:30 215 Pham Ngu Lao
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai 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 Ho Chi Minh and Lao Cai
VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus)
What is the most popular transport to get from Ho Chi Minh to Lao Cai?
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
- 100% opted for a bus