Halong Bay to Lao Cai

Halong Bay to Lao Cai

Halong Bay
Lao Cai
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Halong Bay to Lao Cai Destination Reviews

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Nicolas B
PERFECT. Best bus travel in Asia for 10 years. Not crazy music to wake up people, smooth driving, kind drivers. Right on time. quality of the VIP bus was 5*. Good communication with service, the bus grab me on time. Thanks ! 😀
Halong Bay to Lao Cai, Bus Cabin 22, Vin Bus, Dec 28, 2025
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Seren M
Picked up at the exact spot. Were told four hours before pickup that the eta was earlier which gave us plenty of time to change plans and ensure we arrived on time. Clear instructions when we arrived to put shoes in a bag. Weren’t informed of toilet stops on the way.
Halong Bay to Lao Cai, Bus Cabin 22, Vin Bus, Jun 21, 2025
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Alba S
Great, very spacious beds, stopped every 3 hours. Was a bit late in the pick up and a bit confusing but turned out ok
Halong Bay to Lao Cai, Bus Cabin 22, Vin Bus, Jan 4, 2025
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Halong Bay to Lao Cai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Vin Bus
Sleeper 41
11:10
17:10
$19.32
Bus
Vin Bus
Cabin 22
20:30
06:30
$25.88
  4.3
Bus
Vin Bus
Cabin 22
20:45
06:45
$25.88
  4.3
Bus
Vin Bus
Cabin 22
21:00
07:00
$25.88
  4.3
Bus
Vin Bus
Sleeper 41
22:00
04:00
$19.32

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+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 16.42. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.42.

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 10 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 Phuc Xuyen (Phúc Xuyên): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.42 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 16.42.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.42 to USD 16.42;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 20.52. From Halong Bay to Lao Cai starting from 10:00 Tbus Halong until 17:45 Tbus Halong

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 148.75 to USD 347.83.

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 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 07:00. There are 1 available bus trips every 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 148.75.

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:

  • 100% decided to go for a bus.

Transportation from Halong Bay to Lao Cai

Facts about the transport from Halong Bay to Lao Cai

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport6h
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure5:45 PM
Departures per day1
Distance300 kilometers
Transport CompaniesHalong Transportation, OUROS Travel, Phuc Xuyen, Saigon DMC, Viet Technologies Travel