Lao Cai to Sapa

Lao Cai to Sapa

Lao Cai
Sapa
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Lao Cai to Sapa Destination Reviews

RK
I could not get Bac Ha,because your hotel transfer did not pick me up.
Lao Cai to Sapa, taxi SUV 5pax, Hanoi VIP Transfer, May 20, 2025
JM
This may have been my mistake at booking, but I thought it was a private transfer for two people. There were actually four of us in the car (which did not look like the picture) and the car itself was a bit small for four tall western people. Driver was very friendly and dropped us off at our hotel after a little confusion. Driver communicated through WhatsApp and was very clear on how to find his car.
Lao Cai to Sapa, Bus Standard Car, Asian Bus Travel, May 6, 2025
CW
When we arrived at the train station and went to the platform we found that our train carriage wasn't on the train. Eventually we found that we had been moved from the 10 pm to the 10:40 pm train. We had received no prior notification of this. It was a stressful amd confusing situation. The actual train journey was fine.
Lao Cai to Sapa, Van Shared van 6 pax, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Mar 7, 2025
DS
30 minutes after scheduled pick up time we were still waiting and then public bus arrived to pick us up not the 6 person van we paid for. We should have just taken the bus and not booked through you and saved a lot of money
Lao Cai to Sapa, Van Shared van 6 pax, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Nov 8, 2024
P
We wait for long, should be on time.
Lao Cai to Sapa, Bus Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Jun 11, 2024
NR
It was Not a Taxi With 6 but a Minivan With 12 People.
Lao Cai to Sapa, Van Shared van 6 pax, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), May 14, 2024
EE
Not good. Trying to get money out of you every chance they get. A train operator said to me and my friend if we want this room to ourselves we would have to pay, we refused and we ended up being the only people in the room anyway. Bed wasn’t comfy at all. The operators were also rude and not helpful.
Lao Cai to Sapa, Bus Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Apr 22, 2024
PW
We were not dropped off the designated place
Lao Cai to Sapa, Van Shared van 6 pax, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Feb 26, 2024
JG
We booked the bus from Lao Cai to Sapa. The driver was waiting in front of the train station with a sign with our name. We left nearly on time. Drive was good, nothing dangerous as we read in other comments. We can recommend them and booked the return drive with them as well.
Lao Cai to Sapa, Bus Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Nov 22, 2023
JG
good service but style of the driver was quite risky
Lao Cai to Sapa, Bus Express, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Nov 12, 2023
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Lao Cai to Sapa Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Hanoi VIP Transfer
SUV 5pax
Any time
+2h 30m
€43.19
  5.0
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
06:00
06:55
€5.98
  3.9
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
Express 16
06:30
09:30
€5.51
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
07:00
07:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
08:00
08:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
09:00
09:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
10:00
10:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
11:00
11:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
12:00
12:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
13:00
13:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
14:00
14:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
15:00
15:55
€5.98
  3.9
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
16:00
16:55
€5.98
  3.9
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Standard Car
17:00
18:00
€4.32
  4.0
Van
Grouptour
Shared van 6 pax
18:00
18:55
€5.98
  3.9
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Standard Car
19:00
20:00
€4.32
  4.0
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Standard Car
20:00
21:00
€4.32
  4.0
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Standard Car
21:00
22:00
€4.32
  4.0
Train
Vietnam Railways
1st Class Sleeper
21:30
22:23
€2.99
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Standard Car
22:00
23:00
€4.32
  4.0

Transportation from Lao Cai to Sapa

Facts about the transport from Lao Cai to Sapa

Cheapest Transport€4
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure10:00 PM
Departures per day2
Distance46 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Grouptour

How to get from Lao Cai to Sapa

When you want to get from Lao Cai to Sapa, 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 EUR 26.97. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as EUR 19.09.

How far is Lao Cai from Sapa?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Lao Cai to Sapa. Your trip will be a total of 29 miles (46 km). The flying distance is 29 miles (46 km).

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

The travel time from Lao Cai to Sapa can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Lao Cai to Sapa 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 taxi expect to pay as low as EUR 19.09 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 EUR 26.97.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 3.32 to EUR 5.39;
  • Van price : EUR 6.87;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 19.09 to EUR 26.97.

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

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Lao Cai to Sapa any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lao Cai to Sapa 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 Sapa. 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 EUR 19.09.

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 Lao Cai to Sapa. 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 Sapa.

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 Sapa

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

  • 35% decided to go for a bus.
  • 33% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 32% opted for a van.