Buses from Hanoi to Sapa

Buses from Hanoi to Sapa

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Hanoi to Sapa Destination Reviews

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Ronnie I
Bus was lovely and not too late however the driver stopped to drink spirits at one of our rest stops and so was driving under the influence the whole trip overnight. He also pumped the air con onto freezing cold making it hard to sleep because it was warmer at the front of the bus.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Feb 25, 2026
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Davis J
Very unfriendly staff
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 25, 2026
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Sorin I
everything was perfect! the bus is new, has a bathroom and all the amenities, the cabins are very generous, the waiting lobby in HANOI is very clean and has snacks, and the driver drove very well, he left on time and we arrived even 30 minutes early in Sa Pa. I recommend!
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 25, 2026
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Tabrez G
Very Rude, late
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Double cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 23, 2026
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David R
No problem. Keep up the good work.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 22, 2026
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Romain S
Great bus trip! The bus was amazing, we had one with big beds and even a toilet in the bus! I guess it was a VIP one though, but it was the only option left when we booked. Everything was one time, despite pretty bad traffic.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 21, 2026
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Halil M
In my opinion, this is the best bus company in Vietnam. It left 7 minutes early and arrived half an hour late. That's not a big deal; we had a very pleasant journey. The massage seats were fantastic. We had two breaks, and the English announcements before each break clearly showed how long we were going to be. It was definitely worth the money. Thank you all so much.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Lower Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Feb 20, 2026
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Isaac F
Driver didn’t stop at designated spots, took our food and so we were not allowed to eat at all during the 7 hour journey. We also did not get the coach we booked despite arriving earlier than the recommended time and had to wait an hour for the next one as they overbooked.Coach was comfy and clean, journey would have been great but ruined by the driver not stopping despite audio announcements telling us we would stop, and as a result not being able to eat any food for the entire journey.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Feb 19, 2026
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Christina N
I booked the 7am bus transfer, only to be told to arrive at 6:15am for the 6:30am transfer, which ended up arriving at 7am. There were two rest stops - the second stop we had to pay to use the bathroom only for there to be no toilet paper or hand soap. It would’ve been handy for the bus driver to have this on hand or as a passenger been told so we could come prepared. My seat was broken so I couldn’t adjust it. Poor experience and wouldn’t use this bus provider again.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Feb 17, 2026
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Mieke G
Bus was comfortable but I was woken up by the staff an hour into the drive and asked to move to another bus. I was the only one who had to move and was separated from my friend. I later found out they moved me alone so a group of locals could be next to eachother, they didn't care that they were splitting me up from my friend. I was a bit scared because I didn't know what was going on and their explanations didn't make much sense to me. The second bus I was on was very hot, all the TV screens couldn't be turned off so it was pretty bright. This was probably an anomaly but I still don't understand why i was singled out to be separated from my group so another group could be together.
Hanoi to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Feb 15, 2026
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Hanoi to Sapa Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
00:00
05:00
$17.24
  4.2
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Upper Single Cabin
00:30
06:45
$12.07
  4.7
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
01:00
06:00
$17.24
  4.2
Ha Son Hai Van
Royal Cabin
04:45
12:15
$18.99
  4.7
Sao Viet
Sleeper
05:16
12:01
$11.88
Grouptour
VIP 20
05:40
11:40
$16.53
  5.0
Inter Bus Lines
Sleeper 44
06:00
12:00
$7.28
  4.6
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
06:20
12:20
$14.94
  4.4
Sapa Dragon Express
Sleeper
06:40
12:40
$6.90
  3.9
Sapa Dragon Express
Sleeper
07:00
13:00
$6.90
  3.9
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
07:20
13:20
$14.94
  4.4
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Upper Single Cabin
07:45
14:00
$12.07
  4.7
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
08:01
14:01
$15.32
  4.1
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
08:20
14:20
$14.94
  4.4
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
08:45
15:35
$13.72
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
09:01
15:01
$15.32
  4.1
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
09:20
15:20
$14.94
  4.4
Sao Vang
Sleeper
09:40
14:55
$10.34
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
10:00
15:00
$17.24
  4.2
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
10:20
16:20
$14.94
  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.

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Transportation from Hanoi to Sapa

Facts about the bus from Hanoi to Sapa

Cheapest Bus$9
Fastest Bus4h 45m
Earliest Bus12:15 AM
Latest Bus11:58 PM
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance225 kilometers
Bus CompaniesApril Adventure, Arirang Travel, Cat Ba Panorama, Cuong Phat Limousine, Daiichi Travel, Daily Limousine, Duc Duong, Full Moon Travel Asia, Futa Ha Son, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Group Bus, Ha Son Ha Tinh Sapa, HK Buslines, Inter Bus Lines, King Express Bus, King Sapa Train, Luxury Van Limousine, Ninh Binh Interbus, Phuc Lam Limousine, Sao Vang, Sao Viet, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Explore, Sapa Express, Tbus, Thang Long Ha Noi Limousine