Lao Cai to Hanoi

Lao Cai to Hanoi

Lao Cai
Hanoi
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Lao Cai to Hanoi Destination Reviews

JK
I dont recommend GreenLion at all! After getting the tickets just a few hours before, after contacting them (booking 4 days before), the pick up at the hotel was 20min late. He then said he is chasing the bus, although the depature time is in 5mins. 1h of chasing to See, that it is an old sleeper bus from another company instead of the luxury van we have booked... At the top they tried to get for "big luggage", for what we should book an extra seat in the van. But the sleeper bus had normal luggage storage. They tried to make us pay 400k also with threatning us that they would stop at the highway and throw us out. Never will use this company again!!
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Van Middle seats, GreenLion Bus (Du lịch Sư tử Xanh), Nov 23, 2025
B
The door of the cabin was broken and it was difficult to open it. We felt a bit trapped in the small cabin. We could not find anyone on the train to complain about the door.
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP4 VIP Cabin 2x, Chapa Express, Nov 19, 2025
AK
Recommended train service operator. Comfortable and punctual service, with snacks & refreshments onboard.
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP4 VIP Sleeper 4x, Laman Express, Nov 16, 2025
SH
Overall okay. It was hot inside the cabins and the beds are hard. Apart from that everything was fine.
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP4 VIP Sleeper 4x, Laman Express, Nov 13, 2025
MB
Nice experience, great staff and comfortable journey
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP8 Deluxe Shared 4x, NewLivitrans Express, Nov 9, 2025
LM
Very comfortable berth in the bus. Enjoyable break during the trip. Bus delayed by one hour.
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train Cabin 4x, Violette Trains, Nov 5, 2025
FH
We weren’t satisfied with the process of getting the tickets, the train was very loud in comparison with others that we experienced before & the other people in the cabin didn’t care that we wanted to sleep
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP4 Deluxe Cabin 4x, Fanxipan Express, Oct 25, 2025
LG
After waiting over 20 min in the rain the car finally arrived. Unfortunately the driver was really stressed and unfriendly - even rude and disrespectful. At least he dropped us up at our hotel.
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Bus VIP Limousine Front and Back, Tbus, Oct 21, 2025
NY
someone occupied our seat. Driver hepled us, so he is very very good driver. Bus was a bit old.
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Bus VIP 22, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), Oct 21, 2025
MZ
The temperature has been quite warm in there
Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train Cabin 4x, Damitrans, Oct 20, 2025
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Lao Cai to Hanoi Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Royal Cabin
00:00
05:00
$18.97
  5.0
Bus
Phong Khanh
Limousine 34
00:20
05:20
$11.38
Bus
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
00:40
05:20
$11.38
Bus
Futa Ha Son
Limousine 34
01:00
05:40
$11.00
Bus
Phuc Lam Limousine
Limousine 11
02:30
06:15
$15.18
Bus
Sao Viet
Sleeper
04:30
10:25
$9.49
  3.5
Bus
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
04:55
09:55
$12.52
Bus
Futa Ha Son
Limousine 24
05:15
11:25
$15.94
  2.0
Bus
Sao Viet
Sleeper
05:37
09:40
$9.49
Bus
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
05:55
10:55
$12.52
Bus
Sao Viet
VIP Cabin
06:15
11:40
$12.52
Bus
Sao Viet
Sleeper
06:37
10:40
$9.49
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Lower Single Cabin
06:55
12:40
$14.04
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
07:15
13:00
$17.83
  3.0
Bus
Sao Viet
Sleeper
07:37
11:40
$9.49
Bus
April Adventure
VIP16 Express
07:55
13:25
$20.16
Bus
Sao Viet
Sleeper
08:14
12:40
$8.35
Bus
Inter Bus Lines
Sleeper 44
08:30
14:00
$6.83
Van
Phuc Lam Limousine
Van 9pax
08:50
12:35
$15.18
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 22
09:15
15:00
$17.83
  3.0

Transportation from Lao Cai to Hanoi

Facts about the transport from Lao Cai to Hanoi

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport3h 55m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day155
Distance196 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Cat Ba Luxury, Chapa Express, Charmy Express, Cuong Phat Limousine, Daily Limousine, Dichung, Family Express, Futa Ha Son, Grouptour, Hanoi VIP Transfer, Inter Bus Lines, King Express Bus, King Sapa Train, Laman Express, Linh Chau Transport, NewLivitrans Express, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sao Vang, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapaking Limousine, Taxigo vn, Viet Technologies Travel, Vietnam Rail, Vietnam Transportation Service

How to get from Lao Cai to Hanoi

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • 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 Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 145.29. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 8.41.

How far is Lao Cai from Hanoi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lao Cai to Hanoi. Your trip will be a total of 122 miles (196 km). The flying distance is 122 miles (196 km).

How long does it take to get from Lao Cai to Hanoi?

The travel time from Lao Cai to Hanoi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lao Cai to Hanoi?

The cost of the trip from Lao Cai to Hanoi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is King Express Bus: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 8.41 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 145.29.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 8.41 to USD 23.37;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 9.96. From Lao Cai to Hanoi starting from 15:30 645 Dien Bien Phu until 15:30 645 Dien Bien Phu
  • Train tickets - USD 11.94 to USD 145.29;
  • Van price : USD 18.79;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 20.69. From Lao Cai to Hanoi starting from 08:40 Lao Cai international border gate until 08:40 Lao Cai international border gate

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 91.80 to USD 379.46.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 119 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 34 trains per day.
  • 2 by Bus+Van from Lao Cai to Hanoi starting from 08:40 Lao Cai international border gate until 08:40 Lao Cai international border gate

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lao Cai to Hanoi 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 Lao Cai to Hanoi. 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 91.80.

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

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Lao Cai to Hanoi. 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 Lao Cai to Hanoi.

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 Lao Cai to Hanoi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lao Cai to Hanoi? 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:

  • 36% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 35% chosen Bus+Van
  • 27% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 1% Other