Yen Bai to Sapa

Yen Bai to Sapa

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Yen Bai to Sapa Schedule

Yen Bai to Sapa Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Vietnam Railways VIP Sleeper 01:30 - 05:15VND 323k
Vietnam Railways VIP Sleeper 02:59 - 05:55VND 251k
Vietnam Railways Cabin 2x 04:16 - 05:55VND 295k

Transportation from Yen Bai to Sapa

Facts about the transport from Yen Bai to Sapa

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 39m
Earliest Departure2:14 午前
Latest Departure3:00 午後
Departures per day6
Distance83 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGrouptour, Sao Viet, Vietnam Railways

How to get from Yen Bai to Sapa

Travelling between Yen Bai and Sapa is possible by Bus, train and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 16.41 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 8.84.

How long does it take to get from Yen Bai to Sapa?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 4 hours to travel between Yen Bai and Sapa depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Yen Bai and Sapa. Train will bring you to your destination in 1h 39m. Train does a much slower job and take about 3h 41m to reach Sapa.

How much does it cost to get from Yen Bai to Sapa?

Travelling between Yen Bai and Sapa can be as cheap as USD 8.84 if you opt for a Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam) train and as expensive as USD 16.41 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 Yen Bai and Sapa ?

  • 6 from Yen Bai to Sapa starting from 02:14 Yen Bai until 04:16 Bao Ha

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Yen Bai to Sapa.

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

Bus

Travelling from Yen Bai to Sapa 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 Yen Bai and Sapa

Sao Viet (Sao Việt)

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 Yen Bai and Sapa

Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour)

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 Yen Bai to Sapa?

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

  • 100% took a train