Buses from Hanoi to Sapa

Buses from Hanoi to Sapa

Hanoi
Sapa
Tue, Nov 26
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Hanoi to Sapa Bus Schedule

Hanoi to Sapa Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Saigon DMC SUV 4pax Any timeVND 2,613k
Grouptour VIP 20 05:40 - 11:40VND 432k
Grouptour Semi Sleeper 06:25 - 12:25VND 229k
Techbus VN JSC VIP 22 08:10 - 14:10VND 450k
Techbus VN JSC VIP 20 10:15 - 16:15VND 468k
VietNam Travel Bus Sleeper 22 13:00 - 20:00VND 891k
Sao Viet Sleeper 15:30 - 22:15VND 341k
Sao Viet VIP Cabin 17:01 - 22:26VND 440k
Duc Duong Bus VIP Luxury 22 19:00 - 01:00VND 464k
Sapa Discovery Travel VIP 20 21:00 - 02:00VND 480k
Sapa Ethnic Travel VIP 22 23:50 - 04:50VND 429k

Transportation from Hanoi to Sapa

Facts about the bus from Hanoi to Sapa

Cheapest Bus$7
Fastest Bus4h 30m
Earliest Bus12:00 AM
Latest Bus11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance225 kilometers
Bus CompaniesApril Adventure, Arirang Travel, Cat Ba Panorama, Cuong Phat Limousine, Daiichi Travel, Duc Duong Bus, Eco Sapa Limousine, Full Moon Party Tour, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Green Sapa Bus, GreenLion Bus, Group Bus, Grouptour, Ha Son Hai Van, HK Sapa Open Tour, Inter Bus Lines, KadBus, Ket Doan Travel, King Express Bus, King Sapa Train, Luxury Van Limousine, Sao Vang, Sao Viet, Sao Viet, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Express, Sapa Group Bus, Techbus VN JSC, Thang Long Ha Noi Limousine, Tien Dat Trans, To Vietnam Travel, Viet Nam Travel Bus, Vietnam Luxury Travel, VietNam Travel Bus

Hanoi to Sapa Destination Reviews

VV
Very comfy and worth the value! Great deal. I am so glad that I chose this company.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Nov 20, 2024
ZF
Highly recommend. 10/10
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 20, 2024
AT
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Hanoi to Sapa, Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Nov 17, 2024
QJ
I recommend Sapa Express for the trip Hanoi->Sapa. The staff is really kind and professional, the driver is perfect and the seat are extremely confortable (ajustable for the legs too)! We were on time and fresh for the next adventure!
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus VIP 28, Sapa Express, Nov 14, 2024
WM
Great service, toilet on board of VIP20. Detailed service via whatssapp.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Sleeper 40, Daiichi Travel, Nov 1, 2024
FP
The pick up location was easy to find, the bus was on time as well as clean, comfortable and spacious. The driving style of the driver was excellent.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus VIP Cabin, Luxury Van Limousine (Luxury Van Limousine), Oct 30, 2024
DD
Very loud
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus VIP Cabin lower berth, Sapa Express, Oct 27, 2024
LJ
Hanoi to sapa. Comfy bus. Left a little late and arrived a little late but otherwise was great.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Upper Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Oct 27, 2024
C
We took the morning VIP 28 bus from Hanoi. Very clean and comfortable bus with a great guide Max who explained everything - when we would stop, how much the bathrooms cost, etc. The seats had great leg room (we’re both tall) and reclined a lot without disturbing the people behind us. Highly recommend this bus company. They even picked us up at our hotel upon request.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus VIP 28, Sapa Express, Oct 23, 2024
ED
Bus was very comfortable, driver was nice. Yes the driving was abrupt but it is kind of inevitable since the route is complicated. You just have to get used to it. We had a free bottle of water and a blanket was available. Careful, food was not allowed.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Upper Single Cabin, Group Bus, Oct 20, 2024
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How to get from Hanoi to Sapa by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Hanoi to Sapa by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Hanoi to Sapa a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How far is Hanoi from Sapa?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 225 km between Hanoi and Sapa.

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

Buses normally need between 4h 30m and 7h 45m hours to get to Sapa from Hanoi. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus) offers the fastest service. Sao Viet (Sao Việt) buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

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

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Hanoi and Sapa remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines) and costs USD 6.97. A Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour)'s ticket will set you back USD 6.97 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

  • If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
  • VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
  • Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
  • If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
  • Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
  • To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
  • As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
  • Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
  • If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.