Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City

Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City

Lao Cai
Ho Chi Minh City
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Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Hoang Long Do
Sleeper
12:00
22:00
$56.92
Bus
Hoang Long Do
Sleeper
12:00
22:45
$56.92

How to get from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City

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

  • Flight
  • Bus

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight+bus. 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 flight+Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 90.36. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 76.84.

How far is Lao Cai from Ho Chi Minh City?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City. Your trip will be a total of 337 miles (542 km). The flying distance is 337 miles (542 km).

How long does it take to get from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City?

The travel time from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 11 to 36 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City?

The cost of the trip from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Hoang Long Do: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 76.84 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight+Bus - a one-way flight+Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 90.36.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City:

  • Bus tickets - USD 76.84 to USD 76.84;
  • flight+Bus price: USD 90.36 - USD 90.36. From Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City starting from 06:00 Van Phong Sapa until 07:00 G8 Open Tour Sapa Office

How many trips per day are there between Lao Cai and Ho Chi Minh City?

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

  • 2 by flight+Bus from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City starting from 06:00 Van Phong Sapa until 07:00 G8 Open Tour Sapa Office
  • Buses start plying the route from 11:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 11:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City 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.
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The most popular transport from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City? 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 Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City

Facts about the transport from Lao Cai to Ho Chi Minh City

Cheapest Transport$77
Fastest Transport10h 50m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 AM
Departures per day3
Distance542 kilometers
Transport CompaniesG8 Sapa Open Tour, Sao Viet, VietJet Air