Buses from Sapa to Hanoi

Buses from Sapa to Hanoi

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Sapa to Hanoi Destination Reviews

A
You cannot sleep properly because of the bad smell of all the cabin. I suffer from bad stomach because of the smell. Not comfortable.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 3, 2026
ED
Rough driving style! Instead of using a lower gear when going downhill slightly, the engine brake is used every few seconds. This is very unpleasant in the long run. This is exacerbated when the driver is close to the vehicle in front.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus VIP Limousine VIP Seat, President Limousine by HK Buslines, Feb 1, 2026
M
Excellent service - we got on an earlier bus as well
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 1, 2026
AB
I booked Daiichi bus, but I was assigned to Sao Viet bus. The bus looked quite old and outdated both outside and inside. The seats had no safety belts (I travelled with other VIP buses before and they had them). There was an unpleasant smell inside the bus. When I was talking to the representative via WhatsApp they told me the pick-up from selected place in Sapa was impossible and I have to go to the bus station (again, I never had such issue with other buses). When I asked for a lower bed, they said they are all sold out. However, when I was in the bus, there were some empty lower seats. Eventually I was moved to the lower one, because the seat of my assigned bed was broken and I couldn’t lay down. The bus arrived before the scheduled time, but in a bit different location than indicated and again, no possibility for a shuttle bus to the hotel in Old Quarter. Overall, I can’t recommend both Daiichii or Sao Viet. Avoid!
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus VIP 24, Daiichi Travel, Feb 1, 2026
TD
The bus was perfectly on time, there were enough rest stops, and the driver was smooth and courteous. However, this was a sleeper bus and we discovered that a day trip on a sleeper bus is a bad idea - it would probably be ok if we were sleeping. Please note that if you use this service it is important to read all the PDF information carefully. I missed an important detail which created some confusion, all my fault.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Jan 29, 2026
AB
The staff is not attentive at the needs of the custumers. Also not polites when we ask questions. Driver do not speek Any word in english and do not informe you about the trip. SaoViet, Never again
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jan 28, 2026
IC
We felt that the driver was rude, he shouted at my friend when she was waiting outside the bus, snatched her shoe bag off her and then shook her shoes out onto the floor and they also opened our curtains up with no warning twice
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jan 26, 2026
AE
Not a five-star experience. When we were close to the destination, the assistant called out “airport,” so we immediately got out of our designated beds. I was already about to go to the door when I realized there were still almost five minutes before the bus stopped, so I stepped back into the aisle. The driver spoke in an unpleasant tone and waved his hand, which accidentally hit my arm. When we were getting off, he rushed us unnecessarily, even though I was still putting on my shoes. The experience felt very uncomfortable and disrespectful. So rude.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jan 23, 2026
IR
We had a really good trip and highly recommed the Company
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jan 21, 2026
FP
comfort and clean righ on time
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Jan 20, 2026
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Sapa to Hanoi Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
00:15
06:00
€15.30
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
03:55
09:55
€13.02
  4.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
04:55
10:55
€13.02
  4.0
Grouptour
VIP 20
05:30
11:20
€12.69
  5.0
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
05:50
10:50
€12.37
Ha Son Hai Van
Royal Cabin
06:15
13:45
€16.07
  4.3
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin
06:38
12:43
€11.23
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
06:55
12:55
€22.78
  4.0
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
07:15
13:00
€15.30
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper 22
07:31
14:31
€13.67
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP 22
07:50
14:10
€13.12
  3.0
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
08:15
14:00
€15.30
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin
08:38
14:43
€11.23
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
08:55
14:55
€22.78
  4.0
Ha Son Hai Van
Sleeper
09:15
16:45
€12.01
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin
09:38
15:43
€11.23
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
09:54
15:54
€13.02
  4.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
10:10
16:10
€12.37
  4.0
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Upper Single Cabin
10:30
16:45
€10.25
  4.3
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP 22
10:50
17:10
€13.12
  3.0

How to get from Sapa to Hanoi by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Sapa to Hanoi is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Sapa to Hanoi tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Sapa to Hanoi?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Sapa to Hanoi depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

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

The estimate travel time from Sapa to Hanoi is about 3h 45m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Sapa and Hanoi may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

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

The ticket price from Sapa to Hanoi can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Sapa to Hanoi timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Sapa to Hanoi timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

Bus companies differ a lot in quality and service they provide. When choosing a bus company for you travels, do some basic research before you buy your tickets.

Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

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Transportation from Sapa to Hanoi

Facts about the bus from Sapa to Hanoi

Cheapest Bus€8
Fastest Bus3h 45m
Earliest Bus12:00 AM
Latest Bus11:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes125
Distance188 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Cuong Phat Limousine, Daily Limousine, Futa Ha Son, Grouptour, Ha Son Ha Tinh Sapa, Inter Bus Lines, King Express Bus, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Trung Kien