Hanoi to Son La

Hanoi to Son La

Hanoi
Son La
Wed, May 15
One Way
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$11
 
 
$209

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Hanoi to Son La Schedule

Hanoi to Son La Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
VTS SUV 4pax Any timeVND 5,610k
Nhat An Limousine Minivan 05:00 - 10:00VND 406k
Nhat An Limousine Minivan 06:00 - 11:00VND 412k
Duy Khang Limousine Limousine 11 08:30 - 13:00VND 384k
Duy Khang Limousine Limousine 11 10:30 - 15:00VND 384k
Xuan Trang Limousine Van 9pax 13:00 - 17:10VND 262k
Xuan Trang Limousine Van 9pax 14:00 - 18:10VND 262k
Nhat An Limousine Minivan 17:00 - 21:00VND 286k
Xuan Trang Limousine Van 9pax 19:00 - 23:10VND 262k
Moc Chau Limousine Van 9pax 20:00 - 00:00VND 262k

Transportation from Hanoi to Son La

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Son La

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport3h 30m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure10:45 PM
Departures per day101
Distance175 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGrouptour, Hai Van, Moc Chau Limousine, Nhat An Limousine, OUROS Travel, Techbus VN JSC, Xuan Trang Limousine

Hanoi to Son La Destination Reviews

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How to get from Hanoi to Son La

When you want to get from Hanoi to Son La, 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 Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van 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 209.00. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 10.62.

How far is Hanoi from Son La?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Hanoi to Son La. Your trip will be a total of 109 miles (175 km). The flying distance is 109 miles (175 km).

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Son La?

The travel time from Hanoi to Son La can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 5 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Son La?

The cost of the trip from Hanoi to Son La 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 10.62 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 209.00.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Hanoi to Son La:

  • Bus tickets - USD 10.62 to USD 30.65;
  • Van price : USD 11.25 - USD 16.23;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 16.03. From Hanoi to Son La starting from 06:45 Nhat An Hanoi Office until 19:00 Nhat An Hanoi Office
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 126.54. From Hanoi to Son La starting from 00:00 Hanoi until 00:00 Hanoi

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 132.00 to USD 209.00.

How many trips per day are there between Hanoi and Son La?

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 22:45. There are 65 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Hanoi to Son La depart during the day - there are approximately 18 departures a day.
  • 14 by Bus+Van from Hanoi to Son La starting from 06:45 Nhat An Hanoi Office until 19:00 Nhat An Hanoi Office
  • 1 by Bus+taxi from Hanoi to Son La starting from 00:00 Hanoi until 00:00 Hanoi
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Hanoi to Son La any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Hanoi to Son La 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 Son La. 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 132.00.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Hanoi to Son La. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Hanoi to Son La.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Hanoi to Son La

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hanoi to Son La? 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:

  • 80% decided to go for a bus.
  • 13% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 5% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% opted for a van.