Sapa to Cat Ba

Sapa to Cat Ba

Sapa
Cat Ba
Tue, Aug 11
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Fabian B
Changed our bus in Hanoi, first bus driver didn’t inform us about anything, probably because he didn’t speak English, bus had some beeping all night and he also drove pretty fast in bad weather and on winding road, so we couldn’t sleep a lot. But that was another company, as soon as Goodmorning Catba took over, we were informed about every stop, change of vehicles and brought directly to our destination.
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus Royal Cabin Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Aug 2, 2026
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Miloslava
I was bit worried after hearing a lot of different things, but it was just great! Communication was excellent, bus was very comfy, driver was superb . Would definitely book again
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus Royal Cabin Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Aug 1, 2026
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Irene L
The buses were late
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus Royal Cabin Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Jul 23, 2026
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Skyler M
We booked a vip sleeper bus and we were put into a tiny bed sleeper bus where they had kicked a small kid out of one of the beds so another person could sleep and he was sleeping on the floor and it took twice as long because we had to stop at 15 different places because they were doing deliveries to shops
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus VIP 34, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Jul 5, 2026
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Thi T
I did not like the way the bus smell and when we were 2h late, I already told my family to come and pick me up at the designated time. Being late is fine. Happens every now and then. I would just appreciate for the drivers and employees to inform the people on the bus about the delay and let them know what time they arrive.
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus VIP 20, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Jun 22, 2026
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Noemi R
With Good Morning Cat Ba company the experience was good but the the first part of our trip (from sapa to Hanoi) was with Sao Viet, even though on the website the entire trip was sponsored under the name good morning cat ba. Sao Viet should really improve their safety policy and hire more professional staff . And also provide more transparency regarding the fact that there are two different companies involved.
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus Royal Cabin Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Jun 7, 2026
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Anton L
The bus was great and comfortable but the staff at the office in Sapa was RUDE. No smile no English, nothing. The transfer time in Hanoi was way too long. Hopefully they will learn to be friendly and adjust their schedule so that the trip only takes 8 hours instead of 12.
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus Royal Cabin Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Jun 7, 2026
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Thomas M
Amazing friendly service, very organised and smooth transport even when switching vehicles. Long journey, sleeper cabin very comfy to Hanoi 10pm-5am) 2 hr 30 min wait for bus to cat ba, quite hot and seated up right bus to ferry port Very quick speedboat to the island, efficient hotel drop off once at the port
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus Royal Cabin Bus + Ferry, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), May 11, 2026
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Aviv M
Uncomfortable beds. Very small. Disgusting blankets. The bus stop so many times, to pick up small cargo. The driver droved like crazy. Very bad experience. We changed bus, that was quick and nice, especially because the second bus was great, but also stop many times.
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus VIP 34, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), May 11, 2026
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Jens H
After getting food poisining before the trip they were really forthcoming in spontaneously delaying my trip to the next day even though thenticlet in itself was nonrefundable. So great service and the ride itself was pleasant too.
Sapa to Cat Ba, Bus VIP Sleeper, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus (Good Morning Cat ba), Apr 16, 2026
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Sapa to Cat Ba Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Daiichi Travel Tours
VIP 22
07:00
17:00
$24.80
Bus
Daiichi Travel Tours
VIP 22
21:30
07:30
$24.80
Bus
Daiichi Travel Tours
VIP 22
22:30
08:30
$24.80
Bus
Daiichi Travel Tours
VIP 22
23:00
09:00
$24.80

How to get from Sapa to Cat Ba

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

  • Bus
  • 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 USD 296.84. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 234.61.

How far is Sapa from Cat Ba?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sapa to Cat Ba. Your trip will be a total of 244 miles (392 km). The flying distance is 244 miles (392 km).

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Cat Ba?

The travel time from Sapa to Cat Ba can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sapa to Cat Ba?

The cost of the trip from Sapa to Cat Ba varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is OUROS Travel: travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 234.61 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 296.84.

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

  • Bus+Train price: USD 10.41 - USD 106.98. From Sapa to Hai Phong starting from 20:55 Hanoi until 21:40 Hanoi
  • Bus tickets - USD 24.22 to USD 24.22;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 234.61 to USD 296.84.

How many trips per day are there between Sapa and Cat Ba?

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

  • 2 by Bus+Train from Sapa to Hai Phong starting from 20:55 Hanoi until 21:40 Hanoi
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sapa to Hai Phong any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Sapa to Hai Phong 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 Sapa to Hai Phong. 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 234.61.

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

The most popular transport from Sapa to Cat Ba

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sapa to Cat Ba? 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:

  • 99% chosen Bus+Train
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Sapa to Cat Ba

Facts about the transport from Sapa to Cat Ba

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport7h 50m
Earliest Departure8:45 PM
Latest Departure9:40 PM
Departures per day8
Distance392 kilometers
Transport CompaniesCua Ong Limousine, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus, Laman Express, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC