Sapa to Dao Cat Ba

Sapa to Dao Cat Ba

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Dao Cat Ba
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Sapa to Dao Cat Ba Destination Reviews

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Olivia
Bus was more than one hour late. When we got to the pickup point no one was there tried calling several times, but took some time before we got a message back. Wanted for a long time, they said several times that the bus is coming now, but we still wanted a Long time. They topped replying when we after some time said the bus is not here. When the bus came it did not look at all like the photo from 12go when we booked. It was also a really bad and stinky smell in the bus, and stuffy air. The bus was supposed to arrive in Cat ba 06:30. At 06:30 we were let of in some place randon, no one explaining anything and tell us to go into a car that took us to another bus. We had to wait for 40 minutes for that bus to go. Then it drove us for some time to a ferry, then we took the ferry and another local bus again. We arrived more than three hours late. It said nothing beforehand about changing buses or anything, and also we got a different (worse) bus than displayed in the photo.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP 34, Asian Bus Travel, Feb 10, 2026
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Markus P
Bus startet 45 min Late. I told the Ladys in the office we will miss the bus in Hanoi and also messaged the WhatsApp contacts I was told ,this is so you don’t have to wait too long in Hanoi’. When we arrived in Hanoi (late, just as I had predicted) the connecting bus to cat ba did not leave from the agreed place of pickup but somewhere else. In the office in Hanoi where we arrived the man in charge only said ,here no cat ba’ and did not help. I got a message last minute from the bus personell of the second bus so we managed to get a grab to reach the other place of departure literally in the moment the bus was about to depart. The buses themselves were comfortable and the drivers were nice, but both the given WhatsApp contacts and the people in both the offices were part of the problem, not part of the solution.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP Cabin 22 + Bus + Speedboat, Daiichi Travel, Dec 23, 2025
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Patrick M
Negative point: Confirmation took more than 48 hours to arrive... Confirmation received the day before departure. First bus trip operated by SAO VIET and not by DAIICHI. The bus departed an hour late. Nevertheless, DAIICCHI managed the connection in Hanoi very well, which went smoothly (WhatsApp exchanges). DAIICHI dropped us off directly at the address of our accommodation in Cat Ba.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP Cabin 22 + Bus + Speedboat, Daiichi Travel, Dec 20, 2025
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Rory D
Needs to be more information on how to do the transfer in Hanoi. A map would be handy
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP Cabin 22 + Bus + Speedboat, Daiichi Travel, Dec 14, 2025
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Pavla M
The bus itself was clean and comfortable, it is the driver’s driving that made you worry not to fall in the aisle but that is more cultural thing than personal. I was a bit disappointed we were promised an earlier stop since our accomodation was on the way of the bus (and the final stop was 8km further and it was 6 a.m.), but when we got closer the guy who was organizing everything for most of the way wasn’t on the bus anymore and the driver had no idea what I wanted so he didn’t stop.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus Cabin 20, Asian Bus Travel, Dec 1, 2025
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Wyatt M
Wish it would be conveyed somewhere that there is no food allowed on the bus we used. Other than that everything was extremely organized and comfortable. Minimal waiting times compared to other experiences.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP Cabin 22 + Seater Bus, Daiichi Travel, Oct 13, 2025
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Eyal Y
Cabin is very slim and they allow over booking with people sleeping between the cabins
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP 34, Asian Bus Travel, Oct 4, 2025
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Jon G
The communication was not very good because we were not in the bus list and no one told us what happened. We ended up in another bus that took us to Cat Ba, but everything was very confusing, even the office staff didnt help us.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP 24, Sapa Discovery Travel, Aug 16, 2025
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Felix H
No seats/ beds assigned. Even though we booked months ago, we were the last in the bus and got the worst beds in the back. Were told that there were four places in the back, but there were only there. One person was in the aisle. This was dangerous. Bed were impossible to get into. Driver already took off at high speed while we were still in the aisle, trying to climb in, terrible service. Had to change busses but were not informed about anything. New bus did not have enough beds, so had to share a bed. Personnel was occupying beds and did not give them to customers. Beds were not cleaned. Blankers had been use and there was trash. Very bad experience.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP 34, Asian Bus Travel, Aug 12, 2025
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Michele N
Transfer purchased with Daiichii; however, part of the transfer (Sapa to Hanoi) was provided by another company, G8. Communication with G8 wasn’t easy, and they left me in Hanoi close to, but not at, the agreed arrival point. In this specific case, it was a problem because I had to be at a specific pick-up point for the second part of the transfer (Hanoi to Cat Ba). They gave no explanation. So, the Daiichii leg was fine, but their partner for the first part was not.
Sapa to Dao Cat Ba, Bus VIP Cabin 22 + Seater Bus, Daiichi Travel, Aug 11, 2025
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Sapa to Dao Cat Ba Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Tourist Bus
05:45
18:45
$25.11
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Tourist Bus
06:45
19:45
$25.11
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Cabin + Tourist Bus
07:30
20:30
$25.11
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP Cabin 20 + VIP 18
08:00
19:00
$27.04
  4.5
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP Sleeper 34
20:30
07:20
$19.32
  3.2
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
Sleeper 40
20:46
08:46
$19.12
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Sleeper 34
21:05
08:45
$20.09
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Sleeper 34
21:25
09:05
$20.09
Bus
Luxury Van Limousine
VIP 32 Sleeper
22:00
08:20
$19.32
Bus
Daiichi Travel
VIP Cabin 22 + Seater Bus
22:30
09:00
$23.57
  3.9
Bus
Daiichi Travel
VIP Cabin 22 + Seater Bus
23:00
09:30
$23.57
  3.9
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP Cabin 20 + VIP 18
23:30
10:30
$27.04
  4.5

How to get from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba

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

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • 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 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 367.75. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 20.77.

How far is Sapa from Dao Cat Ba?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba. Your trip will be a total of 224 miles (359 km). The flying distance is 224 miles (359 km).

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

The travel time from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 13 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 20.77 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 367.75.

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

  • Bus+Train price: USD 10.14 - USD 105.10. From Sapa to Dao Cat Ba starting from 20:55 Hanoi until 21:40 Hanoi
  • Bus tickets - USD 20.77 to USD 35.73;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 21.73 - USD 23.66. From Sapa to Dao Cat Ba starting from 22:00 Ket Doan Travel SP until 22:00 Ket Doan Travel SP
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 25.81 - USD 187.16. From Sapa to Dao Cat Ba starting from 16:00 Hanoi Fansipanbus until 16:00 Hanoi Fansipanbus
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 31.37 - USD 31.43. From Sapa to Dao Cat Ba starting from 07:00 Sapa Market until 07:00 Sapa Market

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 234.22 to USD 367.75.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 36 available bus trips every day.
  • 2 by Bus+Ferry from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba starting from 07:00 Sapa Market until 07:00 Sapa Market
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba 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 Dao Cat Ba. 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 234.22.

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 Dao Cat Ba

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sapa to Dao 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:

  • 83% decided to go for a bus.
  • 8% chosen Bus+Ferry
  • 8% chosen Bus+Train
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba

Facts about the transport from Sapa to Dao Cat Ba

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport7h 10m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day47
Distance359 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Cat Ba Express, Cat Ba Limousine, Daiichi Travel, Full Moon Travel Asia, Good Morning Cat Ba Bus, Grouptour, Laman Express, Mui Ne Private Car, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Vietnam Luxury Travel, Vin Bus