Buses from Hanoi to Sapa

Buses from Hanoi to Sapa

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Hanoi to Sapa Destination Reviews

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Assaf B
The bus was one hour late. But other than that it was ok.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Standard, HK Buslines, Jun 29, 2026
SP
Susima P
I am an Australian traveller. When the booking was done it was quoted for Aud 23. I booked for 3 people and they have double charged me.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Lower Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jun 29, 2026
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Nadia
Great 1st experience on a sleepers cabin bus
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jun 28, 2026
A
Aaron
Crampt, if you’re fat you should pay for two seats mandatory! I was next to some fat philipino and it was horrible he was like an oven against my skin I would have rather had a normal bus seat sat up!
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Jun 26, 2026
JL
Jacob L
I would not recommend this service for Hanoi-Sapa. The driving was erratic and we were flung about in our cabins for the entire drive even when on straight main roads. We made several stops for seemingly no reason. The chargers in our (2) cabins didn’t work. The journey was nearly an hour longer than advertised. The was an unpleasant smell of rotting fruit in the air. The driver was constantly and excessively honking the horn so sleep wasn’t really possible.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jun 24, 2026
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Carolyn
Very comfortable trip. Great way to travel.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jun 22, 2026
MM
Maddy M
I had read that HK Buslines were good and they exceeded expectations. A very new, comfortable bus, bang on time arrival and an unexpected free shuttle to our hotel. The only negative was that the attendant on board seemed to do very little and wasn’t helpful to people. He also shut all the blinds on the right side front of the bus to rest and was going to shut the one I was looking out of until he realised I had opened it.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus VIP, HK Buslines, Jun 18, 2026
MA
Mohamed A
I would like to provide feedback to help improve the service for future passengers. As tourists from the Maldives, we understand that different countries have different rules and customs. However, important policies such as not eating on the bus should be clearly communicated during booking or before departure. We were not aware of this rule and were surprised when the driver yelled at us instead of explaining it politely. There was also confusion regarding seating arrangements and rest stops. The driver instructed us to return within two minutes, but the stop lasted around thirty minutes, causing unnecessary stress. Clear and accurate communication would greatly improve the passenger experience. We respect local practices and only ask that passengers, especially international tourists, are treated with courtesy and given clear information. Better communication and customer service would make the journey much more enjoyable for everyone.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jun 16, 2026
TT
Than T
The one who answered the hotline phone number is really serious and kind.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Lower Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jun 11, 2026
TC
Thumbi C
Great service with fruits and snacks for free
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jun 8, 2026
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Hanoi to Sapa Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
00:00
05:00
$17.12
  4.2
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
00:30
06:45
$11.98
  4.7
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
01:00
06:00
$17.12
  4.2
Ha Son Hai Van
Royal Cabin
04:45
12:15
$18.99
  4.7
Sao Viet
Sleeper
05:16
12:01
$11.79
Grouptour
VIP 20
05:40
11:40
$16.41
  5.0
Inter Bus Lines
Sleeper 44
06:00
12:00
$7.23
  4.6
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
06:20
12:20
$14.83
  4.4
Sapa Dragon Express
Sleeper
06:40
12:40
$6.85
  3.9
Sapa Dragon Express
Sleeper
07:00
13:00
$6.85
  3.9
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
07:20
13:20
$14.83
  4.4
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
07:45
14:00
$11.98
  4.7
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
08:01
14:01
$15.21
  4.1
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
08:20
14:20
$14.83
  4.4
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
08:45
15:35
$13.72
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
09:01
15:01
$15.21
  4.1
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
09:20
15:20
$14.83
  4.4
Sao Vang
Sleeper
09:40
14:55
$10.27
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
10:00
15:00
$17.12
  4.2
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
10:20
16:20
$14.83
  4.4

How to get from Hanoi to Sapa by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Hanoi to Sapa 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 Hanoi to Sapa 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 Hanoi to Sapa?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Hanoi to Sapa 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 Hanoi to Sapa by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Hanoi to Sapa is about 4h 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 Hanoi and Sapa 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 Hanoi to Sapa by Bus?

The ticket price from Hanoi to Sapa 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.

Hanoi to Sapa timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Hanoi to Sapa 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.

Our service only partners with reliable and trustworthy bus companies. We do our best to provide your a choice of the best operators available on each route.

Transportation from Hanoi to Sapa

Facts about the bus from Hanoi to Sapa

Cheapest Bus$11
Fastest Bus4h 45m
Earliest Bus12:00 AM
Latest Bus11:59 PM
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance100 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAmazing Vietnam Travel, April Adventure, Asian Bus Travel, Cuong Phat Limousine, Daiichi Travel, Duc Duong, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Group Bus, Grouptour, HK Buslines, Inter Bus Lines, King Express Bus, King Sapa Train, Ninh Binh Interbus, S Trip, Sao Viet, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Explore, Sapa Express, Tbus, Thang Long Ha Noi Limousine, VietNam Travel Bus