Buses from Sapa to Hanoi

Buses from Sapa to Hanoi

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Hanoi
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Sapa to Hanoi Destination Reviews

MS
M S
Booked a cabin bus but got switched to a sleeper bus (refunded fairly). No WiFi despite it being advertised with a password provided. Sleeper seats are narrow, and the decor doesn’t match the listing photos. Advertised details didn’t quite match reality.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus VIP 22, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Jul 13, 2026
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Caitlin M
The organisers communicated well when I arrived to the pickup spot letting me know of the check in process and etc, the bus was on-time, the bus was clean, along the trip the driver communicated with us clearly and as necessary. Hoooray!!
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jul 12, 2026
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Emmanuel H
The bus was on time. The cabin and toilet were is incredibly clean. Ho Chi Minh would be proud. And it was very simple to change our time to earlier. Thank you.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jul 12, 2026
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Ilias
Driver talking too much and too loud.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jul 10, 2026
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Bo S
Worst bus ever. We laid in the back directly on the moter in a row of four people with no AC. It gpt so hot and worm, that it was unbearable
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Jul 6, 2026
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Mary
We didn't know the sleeper bus lower bunks would not have a window. This was very difficult for a day trip. We also didn't have USB-C ports for charging. Besides this, the bus was clean and quiet.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Jul 6, 2026
MS
Maximilian S
Excellent cabins and comfort - my only suggestion would be you don’t need to announce the bathroom break stops overnight on a sleeper bus so loudly. Woke me every time.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Jul 5, 2026
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Adam S
I would give 5 stars but the sleeper beds are not for people taller than 170 cm. Also a sitting option would be nice, not just lying down
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Sleeper 44, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Jun 29, 2026
AP
April P
The final destination is not 114 Tran Nhat Duat. The voucher that they emailed us is 110 Tran Nhat Duat. Eventually they changed to 16 Tran Nhat Duat on the spot. So many misunderstanding because nobody speaks English. We got yelled at when we did not got off at 16 Tran Nhat Duat because of some miscommunication. Not a good experience but the bus is comfortable.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Jun 28, 2026
CS
Cymae S
The sleeper bus is clean. However, we left Sapa for Hanoi almost 30 minutes late. Then, I thought the bus will directly arrived in one place in Hanoi, but there were two stops where other passengers alighted. Also, it was indicated on the confirmation email that passengers can avail pick up from the hotel in Sapa within 3km radius. Yet, the agent I communicated with just said that I should go directly to their office in Sapa.
Sapa to Hanoi, Bus Upper Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Jun 26, 2026
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Sapa to Hanoi Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
00:15
06:00
$17.89
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
03:55
09:55
$15.23
  4.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
04:55
10:55
$15.23
  4.0
Grouptour
VIP 20
05:30
11:20
$14.85
  5.0
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
05:50
10:50
$14.47
Ha Son Hai Van
Royal Cabin
06:15
13:45
$18.99
  4.3
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin
06:38
12:43
$13.13
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
06:55
12:55
$26.65
  4.0
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
07:15
13:00
$17.89
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper 22
07:31
14:31
$15.99
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP 22
07:50
14:10
$15.50
  3.0
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
08:15
14:00
$17.89
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin
08:38
14:43
$13.13
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
08:55
14:55
$26.65
  4.0
Ha Son Hai Van
Sleeper
09:15
16:45
$14.19
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin
09:38
15:43
$13.13
  5.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
09:54
15:54
$15.23
  4.0
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
10:10
16:10
$14.47
  4.0
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
10:30
16:45
$11.99
  4.3
Full Moon Travel Asia
VIP 22
10:50
17:10
$15.50
  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 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 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.

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 Sapa to Hanoi

Facts about the bus from Sapa to Hanoi

Cheapest Bus$11
Fastest Bus4h 45m
Earliest Bus6:00 AM
Latest Bus11:45 PM
Daily Bus Routes0
Distance196 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 Discovery Travel, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Explore, Sapa Express, Tbus, Thang Long Ha Noi Limousine, VietNam Travel Bus