Sapa to Mu Cang Chai

Sapa to Mu Cang Chai

Sapa
Mu Cang Chai
Sep 21, 2027
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Sapa to Mu Cang Chai Destination Reviews

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Orly B
We had a very bad experience with her this ride. It was more like a FedEx track than a van for people. The seats had no seatbelts and some of them were dangerously put. The old van made many long stops to pick up and drop off packages and therefore arrived almost 2 hours later then said, which is a lot for a five hour drive. The worst part was that the van was so cramped with packages that we didn't even have a place to put our feet. It was extremely dangerous, uncomfortable and annoying. People and packages transportation shouldn't be together!!
Sapa to Mu Cang Chai, Bus Van, Asian Bus Travel, Sep 28, 2025
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Marie-christine T
Very friendly staff. Splendid scenery.
Sapa to Mu Cang Chai, Bus Local Bus, Asian Bus Travel, Aug 27, 2025
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Paula C
The bus was late, a journey that would have been 3 hours finally it were 6. The bus was dirty, the seats broken, and we were surrounded by boxes and luggage. The passengers had to climb the suitcases and boxes to get their seat. The driver was smoking inside the bus and they made more han 15 stops
Sapa to Mu Cang Chai, Bus Semi Local, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), Aug 27, 2025
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Jan C
The bus was not very comfortable and was delivering a lot of packages on the way. On the other way it was on time and it was a funny experience.
Sapa to Mu Cang Chai, Bus Standard AC, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Dec 7, 2024
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Philip R
Bis left a hour later and turned out to be a very local bus. It took 5hrs from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai. No one speak English. But still it was an experience, driver drove carful and slow.
Sapa to Mu Cang Chai, Bus Standard AC, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Nov 30, 2023
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Sapa to Mu Cang Chai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
Tourist bus
08:30
13:40
$9.45
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
Tourist bus
08:45
13:55
$9.45
Bus
Sapa Ethnic Travel
Semi Local
09:00
14:50
$8.91
  3.5
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Van
09:00
13:00
$14.10
  2.0
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
Tourist bus
09:00
14:10
$9.45
Bus
Sapa Ethnic Travel
Semi Local
09:30
15:20
$8.91
  3.5
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Van
10:30
14:30
$10.29
  2.0
Bus
Grouptour
Standard AC
11:00
16:50
$7.62
  3.4
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Local Bus
11:15
15:15
$14.10
  4.0

How to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai

When you want to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai, 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 USD 146.14. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 9.53.

How far is Sapa from Mu Cang Chai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai. Your trip will be a total of 37 miles (59 km). The flying distance is 37 miles (59 km).

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai?

The travel time from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai?

The cost of the trip from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai 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 bus expect to pay as low as USD 9.53 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 146.14.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai:

  • Bus tickets - USD 9.53 to USD 9.53;
  • Van price : USD 12.86;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 95.29. From Sapa to Mu Cang Chai starting from 00:00 Sapa until 00:00 Sapa

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 106.13 to USD 146.14.

How many trips per day are there between Sapa and Mu Cang Chai?

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

  • 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.
  • 1 by Bus+taxi from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai starting from 00:00 Sapa until 00:00 Sapa
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai 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 Mu Cang Chai. 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 106.13.

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 Sapa to Mu Cang Chai. 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 Sapa to Mu Cang Chai.

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 Sapa to Mu Cang Chai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai? 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.
  • 35% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 30% opted for a van.

Transportation from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai

Facts about the transport from Sapa to Mu Cang Chai

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 AM
Departures per day5
Distance59 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Grouptour, Mui Ne Private Car