Buses from Sapa to Tam Coc

Buses from Sapa to Tam Coc

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Sapa to Tam Coc Destination Reviews

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Frederik K
Horrific the most dirty bus with cockroaches in the cabin and 50 other smaller animals I have never experienced anything like it. When we came to Hanoi they had brought to the wrong pickup point for our next bus and suddenly we rushed to another point. Then we waited for an our and when we finally got on bus we drove around in Hanoi for 2 hours because one passenger were missing and. He wouldn’t go before we begged the staff. We booked a sleeper from Hanoi but got a limousine And then when we came to ninh binh we should apparently transfer again even tho it didn’t say that on our ticket to get to tam coc. Horrific experience if I don’t get my money back I would never use 12 go again
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 11, Sapa Discovery Travel, Mar 27, 2026
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Catarina M
The company overbooked our bus and, for hours, the employees ignored us and refused to give us a solution. They just pretended we were not there.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Mar 25, 2026
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Céline &
People lying on the common floor
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus Local Cabin, Sapa Discovery Travel, Mar 25, 2026
BC
Bruno C
The bus was clean and comfortable but because of 2 things we give the review. First, they change the time last minute of the bus just like 90% of the other bus companies in Vietnam, which I find absolutely unacceptable. Second, they stopped for bathroom in bad times, first 30 minutes only after departure, and between the last stop before Hanoi and Ninh Binh they made us wait 4h without bathroom.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus Limousine 11 + VIP 24, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Mar 24, 2026
SB
Sophia B
No seats together. One of the seats was very/too small, very/too low and the curtains didn’t work. Electric chair system didn’t work.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus Limousine 11 + VIP 24, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Mar 21, 2026
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Stefan
Reached Tam Coc much earlier.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Mar 7, 2026
JL
Jorge L
The bed seat were so comfortable and the driver is master
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Feb 16, 2026
VH
Valentin H
I booked a direct bus from Sapa to Ninh Binh, and we had a 1-hour connection in Hanoi, which wasn't really clear at the moment of the booking (they explained it on the confirmation though). Drivers were rudes. Bus wasn't super comfy either, air conditionning was broken (impossbile to turn it off, so it was super cold).
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Jan 30, 2026
DS
Dan S
Bed to short. I’m 1.80. :-( The food stop is always too long, 1 hour.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Dec 31, 2025
KR
Katie R
Staff were very horrible, rude, not helpful at all
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Dec 23, 2025
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Sapa to Tam Coc Bus Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
06:20
15:20
$28.48
Asian Bus Travel
VIP 34
07:15
14:15
$15.19
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
08:20
17:20
$28.48
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
09:20
18:20
$28.48
HK Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
10:00
17:30
$16.52
  5.0
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
10:20
19:20
$28.48
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
11:00
19:30
$15.86
  4.1
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
11:20
20:20
$28.48
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
12:00
20:30
$15.86
  4.1
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
12:20
21:20
$28.48
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
13:00
21:30
$15.86
  4.1
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
13:20
22:20
$28.48
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 32
16:00
00:40
$15.19
  2.0
Asian Bus Travel
Royal Cabin
16:30
23:30
$18.98
  2.0
Asian Bus Travel
VIP 34
17:00
00:00
$15.19
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
21:30
06:00
$15.86
  4.1
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
22:00
06:30
$15.86
  4.8
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
22:30
07:00
$15.86
  4.8
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 24 + VIP 22
23:00
08:10
$20.88
  3.5
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 24 + VIP 22
23:30
08:40
$20.88
  3.5

How to get from Sapa to Tam Coc by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Sapa to Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Sapa to Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc by Bus?

The estimate travel time from Sapa to Tam Coc is about 7h 5m. 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 Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc by Bus?

The ticket price from Sapa to Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Sapa to Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc

Facts about the bus from Sapa to Tam Coc

Cheapest Bus$17
Fastest Bus7h 5m
Earliest Bus6:30 ص
Latest Bus11:45 م
Daily Bus Routes80
Distance313 kilometers
Bus CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Full Moon Travel Asia, Futa Ha Son, G8 Sapa Open Tour, HK Buslines, King Express Bus, Ninh Binh Footprint, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Express, VietNam Travel Bus