Noi Bai Airport (HAN) to Sapa

Noi Bai Airport (HAN) to Sapa

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Noi Bai Airport to Sapa Destination Reviews

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Philippe A
The driver wasn't very friendly.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus VIP 22, Inter Bus Lines (Công Ty Cổ Phần Inter Bus Lines), May 15, 2026
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Cathy C
Overall the trip was comfortable, however the site said there would be to stops and there was one where we were Allowed to get off, this is unacceptable a 6 hour journey. The driver was abrupt and declined to let us off the bus when we asked for a second stop even though they stopped to unload cargo and other passengers several times.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, May 11, 2026
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Titis N
The cabin was clean. We stopped one time at the rest area and arrived 15 mins early from the schedule.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus Lower Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Apr 30, 2026
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Vlada B
We waited for the bus that late for more then one hour and no one explained us what happening and when our bus is coming. We were really tired and had to change our next trip.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Apr 28, 2026
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Maira U
The trip was pretty decent. Beds are comfortable enough. Before booking, I’d read that they allow you to rest till 6am but that was not the case.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus Lower Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Apr 27, 2026
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Magdalena
Generally very good experience, all on time, smooth communication, very clear information about the pickup place and time, comfortable bus. Only one small thing, that my backpack, which was under the bus deck, was completely wet when I received it, some of the things inside needed drying.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus VIP 24 Lower, S Trip, Apr 25, 2026
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Raina O
Better than the reviews suggest. The driver was responsive and prompt with airport pickup. The building waiting area was uncomfortably warm, but that was the only downside. The ride to Sapa itself was smooth and comfortable — the bus was clean, and having my own dedicated space to stretch out made the journey genuinely enjoyable.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus Single Cabin, Sao Viet, Apr 16, 2026
MA
Mustafa A
It was on time, they provide free shuttle service to hotel/apartment.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Apr 13, 2026
GM
Gaurav M
Very relaxing trip .. everything went perfect
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, taxi VIP Van 9pax, OUROS Travel (Ouros Travel), Apr 1, 2026
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Avinesh S
G8 helped me reschedule the bus free of cost to a earlier time as flight arrived earlier. Great service.
Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, Bus Lower Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour (G8 Sapa Open Tour), Mar 15, 2026
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Noi Bai Airport to Sapa Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
00:00
05:00
€12.39
  4.3
Bus
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Lower Cabin
00:25
06:10
€17.61
  5.0
Bus
HK Buslines
Single Cabin
00:45
06:45
€9.86
  4.6
Bus
Ket Doan Travel
Cabin 22
01:01
06:01
€13.05
Bus
Sao Viet
Single Cabin
06:00
12:00
€10.11
  5.0
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper Bus + Limousine 21
06:20
12:00
€14.18
Bus
Sao Viet
VIP Single Cabin
06:45
11:45
€13.05
  4.3
Bus
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Lower Cabin
07:10
12:55
€17.61
  5.0
Bus
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Single Cabin
07:30
13:15
€10.27
  4.8
Bus
King Express Bus
Sleeper
07:50
14:20
€5.02
  4.5
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP 20
08:15
14:15
€16.31
  4.5
Bus
Sao Viet
VIP Single Cabin
08:45
13:45
€13.05
  4.3
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper Bus + Limousine 21
09:05
14:45
€14.18
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper Bus + Limousine 21
09:21
15:01
€14.18
Bus
Sao Viet
VIP Single Cabin
09:45
14:45
€13.05
  4.3
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper Bus + Limousine 21
10:05
15:45
€14.18
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper Bus + Limousine 21
10:21
16:01
€14.18
Bus
G8 Sapa Open Tour
Lower Cabin
10:40
16:25
€17.61
  5.0
Bus
Sapa Ethnic Travel
VIP Luxury 22
11:00
16:00
€12.39
  4.3
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper Bus + Limousine 21
11:21
17:01
€14.18

How to get from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa

When you want to get from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, 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 Van. 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 248.74. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 8.59.

How far is Noi Bai Airport from Sapa?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa. Your trip will be a total of 63 miles (100 km). The flying distance is 63 miles (100 km).

How long does it take to get from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?

The travel time from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?

The cost of the trip from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sapa Dragon Express: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 8.59 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 248.74.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa:

  • Bus tickets - EUR 8.59 to EUR 28.87;
  • Bus+Van price: EUR 12.23 - EUR 16.31. From Noi Bai Airport to Sapa starting from 06:45 Hanoi Noi Bai Airport until 23:30 Hanoi Noi Bai Airport
  • Train tickets - EUR 17.37 to EUR 397.48;
  • Bus+taxi price: EUR 17.73. From Noi Bai Airport to Sapa starting from 06:55 Hanoi Airport until 22:25 Hanoi Airport
  • Van price : EUR 226.41 - EUR 235.30;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 82.04 to EUR 248.74.

How many trips per day are there between Noi Bai Airport and Sapa?

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 23:55. There are 376 available bus trips every day.
  • 14 by Bus+taxi from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa starting from 06:55 Hanoi Airport until 22:25 Hanoi Airport
  • Vans from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Noi Bai Airport 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 Noi Bai Airport 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 82.04.

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 Noi Bai Airport 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 Noi Bai Airport 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 Noi Bai Airport to Sapa

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Noi Bai Airport 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:

  • 75% decided to go for a bus.
  • 10% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 8% chosen Bus+Van
  • 6% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa

Facts about the transport from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa

Cheapest Transport€9
Fastest Transport2h
Earliest Departure12:00 오전
Latest Departure11:55 오후
Departures per day428
Distance100 kilometers
Transport CompaniesApril Adventure, Asian Bus Travel, Chapa Express, Daiichi Travel, Dichung, Duc Duong, G8 Sapa Open Tour, GoAir Travel, Group Bus, Grouptour, Halong Travel Limousine, HK Buslines, Inter Bus Lines, King Express Bus, Mui Ne Private Car, Muine Express, OUROS Travel, S Trip, Saigon DMC, Sao Viet, Sapa Dragon Express, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Explore, Sapa Express, Taxigo vn, Tbus, Tiim Group, Viet Technologies Travel, Vietnam Rail, VietNam Travel Bus