Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai

Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai

Dao Cat Ba
Lao Cai
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How to get from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai

When you want to get from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 492.31. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 17.15.

How far is Dao Cat Ba from Lao Cai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai. Your trip will be a total of 244 miles (392 km). The flying distance is 244 miles (392 km).

How long does it take to get from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai?

The travel time from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai?

The cost of the trip from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 17.15 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 492.31.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai:

  • Bus tickets - USD 17.15 to USD 66.14;
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 32.01. From Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai starting from 09:00 Cat Ba Oasis Bar until 15:30 Cat Ba Oasis Bar

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 386.31 to USD 492.31.

How many trips per day are there between Dao Cat Ba and Lao Cai?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:00. There are 18 available bus trips every day.
  • 3 by Bus+Ferry from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai starting from 09:00 Cat Ba Oasis Bar until 15:30 Cat Ba Oasis Bar
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 386.31.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 90% decided to go for a bus.
  • 9% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai

Facts about the transport from Dao Cat Ba to Lao Cai

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport7h 50m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure5:00 PM
Departures per day27
Distance392 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaiichi Travel, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Ethnic Travel, VietNam Travel Bus