Ha Noi to Lao Cai

Ha Noi to Lao Cai

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Ha Noi to Lao Cai Schedule

Ha Noi to Lao Cai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Tiim Group SUV 3pax Any timeVND 4,600k
Grouptour VIP 22 07:18 - 12:48VND 483k
Sao Viet VIP Cabin 08:30 - 14:00VND 418k
Sao Viet Sleeper 10:00 - 15:05VND 262k
Grouptour VIP 22 13:22 - 18:52VND 483k
Sapa Express VIP 15 15:00 - 21:00VND 480k
Grouptour VIP 22 16:25 - 21:55VND 483k
Grouptour VIP 22 18:00 - 00:00VND 529k
Sapa Dragon Express Executive 21:55 - 03:55VND 420k
Sapa Dragon Express Sleeper 22:00 - 04:00VND 252k

Transportation from Ha Noi to Lao Cai

Facts about the transport from Ha Noi to Lao Cai

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport4h 10m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day74
Distance209 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBooking Car, GreenLion Bus, Grouptour, Sao Viet, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Express, Tiim Group

Ha Noi to Lao Cai Destination Reviews

JJ
The office girl, driver and the helper. All 3 were rude and behaving as if we are traveling for free. The bed and pod is ok. But the initial experience by these people made us feel like we are not welcomed. I booked the 10:30 pm bus and since i arrived 30 mins early, they transferred us into a bus which was about to leave. Not sure if this is a good practise.
Bus VIP 20, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Apr 19, 2024
RS
Better than I expected for my first bus
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 2, 2023
AP
45 minutes late and almost no update from the staff... The bus was old and not so clean. I'm 1m78 and couldn't stretch my legs entirely but it was no big deal. Otherwise we arrived at the right destination.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 7, 2023
IP
Staff not friendly, no meal. Seat comfortable.
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 5, 2023
L
Driver was checking his phone while driving and changing lanes constantly. He almost had an accident because he braked too late. Also he was really tired. He dropped us at a wrong hotel. We waited 40 minutes at the pick up point.
Bus VIP 9 Express, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Oct 6, 2023
JD
it was really late and we also ended up sitting on the bus much longer than we should have as it was further delayed
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Sep 23, 2023
PB
We got told to give them our food so that we wouldn’t eat during the drive because apparently that’s not aloud and we where supposed to get them back when we got to our destination but instead of getting them back they ate the food during the drive even though we where supposed to get them back since it was ours! They could have at least asked because we could share with them. The seats weren’t that great either because we couldn’t put them up so we had to lie down the whole drive and there was no button to turn off the air conditioning because the driver controls that so it was on for the whole drive and it became very cold.
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Sep 16, 2023
HJ
For a Dutch person of 1.80 sharing the small cabin with his girlfriend, it was definitely an experience. However, we managed and was actually comfortable. Put your backs in de back of the truck because you won't have space otherwise. We had 2 stops for food/toilet in our 6 hour drive. ( it took longer then expected). Would do it again, but if you can, reserve 2 cabins just in case.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Sep 7, 2023
AB
We bought Two tickets and we only have one cabin for two people, we Don’t know why yet
Bus Sleeper 41 Express, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Aug 13, 2023
DE
We had smaller seats than the rest and couldn’t stretch the legs.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Aug 13, 2023
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How to get from Ha Noi to Lao Cai

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

  • Bus
  • 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 215.66. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 9.53.

How far is Ha Noi from Lao Cai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ha Noi to Lao Cai. Your trip will be a total of 130 miles (209 km). The flying distance is 130 miles (209 km).

How long does it take to get from Ha Noi to Lao Cai?

The travel time from Ha Noi to Lao Cai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Ha Noi to Lao Cai?

The cost of the trip from Ha Noi to Lao Cai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 9.53 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 215.66.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Ha Noi to Lao Cai:

  • Bus tickets - USD 9.53 to USD 34.03;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 181.50 to USD 215.66.

How many trips per day are there between Ha Noi and Lao Cai?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 70 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Hanoi to Lao Cai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Hanoi 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 Hanoi 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 181.50.

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 Ha Noi to Lao Cai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ha Noi 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:

  • 99% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other