| Operator | Class | Travel Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
OUROS Travel | Comfort 3pax | 4h 45m | $97.20 | |
OUROS Travel | SUV 4pax | 4h 45m | $102.40 | |
Viet Technologies Travel | SUV 4pax | 4h 30m | $87.47 | |
OUROS Travel | Comfort 3pax | 4h 45m | $79.00 | |
Saigon DMC | SUV 4pax | 4h 45m | $102.40 | |
Viet Technologies Travel | Comfort 3pax | 4h 30m | $79.87 | |
Saigon DMC | Comfort 3pax | 4h 45m | $94.80 | |
Hanoi VIP Transfer | SUV 5pax | 5h 30m | $106.28 | |
OUROS Travel | VIP Van 9pax | 4h 45m | $163.90 | |
Sapaking Limousine | Limousine 9 pax | 6h | $121.70 | |
PacknGo | Standard 4pax | 6h | $91.28 | |
Tiim Group | Van 6pax | 5h | $167.34 | |
Taxigo vn | SUV 5pax | 5h 30m | $106.28 | |
Taxigo vn | Economy 3pax | 5h 30m | $94.90 | |
Muine Express | Van 12pax | 4h 30m | $173.42 | |
Muine Express | SUV 4pax | 4h 30m | $132.35 | |
Viet Technologies Travel | Minibus 15pax | 4h 30m | $136.91 | |
OUROS Travel | Van 9pax | 4h 45m | $158.20 | |
Saigon DMC | VIP Van 9pax | 4h | $163.90 | |
PacknGo | Van 16pax | 6h | $197.76 |
Undoubtedly more convenient than public transportation but predictably more expensive travelling from Hanoi to Sapa by taxi transfer is a good choice if you wish to get to your destination with less hassle possible. There are taxi of different size, class, comfort level and price offering your charter door-to-door service to suit every taste and pocket. With an easy and straightforward online booking, it is a quick and smooth process. Book your taxi in advance to ensure you get your transport when you need it.
With the following operators – – all offering taxi from Hanoi to Sapa – it is a good idea to read other travellers’ reviews before you make your choice. It will help you to figure out what to expect from your trip: how long the ride will take, how clean the car is, how professional the drivers are and much more.
The overland distance to Sapa from Hanoi is 225 km.
Taxis transfer normally require less time than buses or vans to cover the same distance as they often travel at higher speed and may skip en route stops if you do not need any. In any case expect your journey by taxi to Sapa to take between 4h 30m and 6h hours. If you are planning any detours or toilet or lunch stops, remember to calculate some extra time for that. If travelling by night, during rainy or snowy weather, rush hour or on weekends, traffic jams may add extra time to your journey. Never plan tight connections with flights, ferries, or trains – allow enough time to arrive.
Dichung report the shortest travel time promising to bring you to Sapa in 4h 30m hours while the slowest operator is Sapaking Limousine.
The cost of your taxi transfer will depend on the operator and the type of the vehicle you choose. Very often, there is little or no difference in price between a car accommodating three passengers and a van good for up to 9 pax. The latter offers much more comfort in the sense of legroom and luggage space, so even if you are not a large party, it is still worth checking the price for both options before making your choice. Note that on some routes – especially to and from the airports – there may be an additional fee for each piece of luggage. On the positive side, remember that during certain periods or on some routes, taxi charter companies may offer free class upgrade – book the cheapest economy ride and get a larger car.
The lowest charter taxi rate from Hanoi to Sapa is provided by Daily Limousine. The maximum rate is USD 380.31 if you opt for Linh Chau Transport.
| Cheapest Taxi | $11 |
| Fastest Taxi | 4h 30m |
| Earliest Taxi | 7:00 AM |
| Latest Taxi | 10:00 PM |
| Daily Taxi Routes | 31 |
| Distance | 225 kilometers |
| Taxi Companies | Daiichi Travel, Daily Limousine, Dichung, Grouptour, Linh Chau Transport, Muine Express, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Express, Sapaking Limousine, Tiim Group |