Halong Bay to Lao Cai

Halong Bay to Lao Cai

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Halong Bay to Lao Cai Schedule

Halong Bay to Lao Cai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
OUROS Travel Comfort 3pax Any timeVND 5,241k
Grouptour Van + VIP Bus 03:45 - 12:40VND 840k
Techbus VN JSC Van + VIP Bus 05:15 - 15:15VND 771k
Phuc Xuyen Sleeper 06:00 - 15:05VND 502k
Luxury Van Limousine Van Limousine + VIP Cabin 08:00 - 17:30VND 813k
Grouptour Van + VIP Bus 10:00 - 18:55VND 840k
Techbus VN JSC Van + VIP Bus 13:00 - 23:00VND 771k
Techbus VN JSC Van + VIP Bus 14:30 - 00:30VND 771k
Techbus VN JSC Van + Sleeper Bus 17:20 - 03:20VND 483k
Techbus VN JSC Sleeper 40 18:30 - 03:50VND 492k
Techbus VN JSC Sleeper 40 20:15 - 05:35VND 470k
Sapa Ethnic Travel Sleeper 41 22:00 - 06:00VND 473k

Transportation from Halong Bay to Lao Cai

Facts about the transport from Halong Bay to Lao Cai

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport6h
Earliest Departure3:30 AM
Latest Departure9:10 PM
Departures per day186
Distance300 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDaiichi Travel, Duc Duong Bus, Full Moon Party Tour, Grouptour, Halong Transportation, Luxury Van Limousine, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Techbus VN JSC, VTS

How to get from Halong Bay to Lao Cai

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

  • Bus
  • Van
  • 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 391.23. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.57.

How far is Halong Bay from Lao Cai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Halong Bay to Lao Cai. Your trip will be a total of 187 miles (300 km). The flying distance is 187 miles (300 km).

How long does it take to get from Halong Bay to Lao Cai?

The travel time from Halong Bay to Lao Cai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Halong Bay to Lao Cai?

The cost of the trip from Halong Bay to Lao Cai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sapa Discovery Travel: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.57 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 391.23.

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

  • Bus+Train price: USD 10.21 - USD 12.99. From Halong Bay to Lao Cai starting from 12:00 Hanoi GreenLion until 17:00 Hanoi CBExpress
  • Bus tickets - USD 16.57 to USD 34.72;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 20.12. From Halong Bay to Lao Cai starting from 09:45 Tbus Halong until 17:45 Tbus Halong

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 150.00 to USD 391.23.

How many trips per day are there between Halong Bay and Lao Cai?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 03:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:10. There are 168 available bus trips every day.
  • 4 by Bus+Van from Halong Bay to Lao Cai starting from 09:45 Tbus Halong until 17:45 Tbus Halong
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Halong Bay to Lao Cai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Halong Bay 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 Halong Bay 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 150.00.

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 Halong Bay to Lao Cai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Halong Bay 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:

  • 68% decided to go for a bus.
  • 30% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.