Sapa to Tam Coc

Sapa to Tam Coc

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Sapa to Tam Coc Destination Reviews

VH
Valentin H
I booked a direct bus from Sapa to Ninh Binh, and we had a 1-hour connection in Hanoi, which wasn't really clear at the moment of the booking (they explained it on the confirmation though). Drivers were rudes. Bus wasn't super comfy either, air conditionning was broken (impossbile to turn it off, so it was super cold).
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Jan 30, 2026
DS
Dan S
Bed to short. I’m 1.80. :-( The food stop is always too long, 1 hour.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Dec 31, 2025
KR
Katie R
Staff were very horrible, rude, not helpful at all
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Dec 23, 2025
KP
Kevin P
Meeting point and drop point not respected. The driver made us go down 2km before the normal place. Seats not very confortable. Important late, people sleeping in corridor... But good support by what's app
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 32, Sapa Discovery Travel, Dec 1, 2025
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Thurgkai
The seats were absolutely NOT clean (at the time we had to get off, we saw, that the stuff just folded back the blanket and put new water there, instead of actually cleaning the sleeping areas). We had a delay and there was still the rubbish from the previous passengers on my seat. This was our first experience with this organisation, before we traveled with hk Busline and it was FAR better and even for the same price!
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Nov 12, 2025
DT
Danielle T
this experience was my worst so far in vietnam. the route was more expensive than other routes which i was fine with because of the time it left, however, there was a bus transfer that was not really mentioned or made clear in the listing. after we arrived at the first destination, we were rushed off the bus to a van which took us to a different bus stop. the driver then just left us. no one knew where to go, us or the people at this station, which wasn’t really even a station. just a group of us in a dark parking lot wandering around trying to figure out where to go. luckily there was a group of us. i would’ve felt a little uncomfortable if i was alone. we finally found a dark bus that looked like it could be ours. one of the girls knocked on the bus window, and the driver, who was asleep in one of the beds, answered and it was the right one. then we left 30 minutes late. the bus drivers were all rude and aggressive, but that seems to be the norm in vietnam. giving two stars instead of one because we made it to the destination safely.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 24 + VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Nov 8, 2025
CS
Chang S
HK Buslines offers hotel pick-up services in Sa Pa if they are within a certain radius. You check in at the counter upon arrival at the office and will be issued with 2 stickers, one for the luggage and one for boarding. Bus number is shown on the ticket. The sleeper cabin feels smaller than G8, and looks dated. There was no massage function on the bed. There were 2 stops between Sapa and Ninh Binh. Each stop lasted 15 minutes, not enough time to eat a proper meal.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus Upper Single Cabin, HK Buslines, Nov 4, 2025
KL
Katie L
The bus was 40 minutes early. Someone was asleep on my bunk when I got on, the staff kicked him out and had him sleep on the floor, and I had to use his blanket. The bunks were especially short and narrow, even for a VIP 32. We were all woken up by the staff around 4am as that’s when they start dropping people off, even though we didn’t reach Tam Coc until about 7am and they knew we weren’t getting off until then. There were enough stops that the last hour of road took three hours. But the driving was fine, no one was rude, the air-con worked, and between 11pm and 4am the bus was kept dark and cool enough to sleep. Pick up, drop off and journey length were all as advertised and the journey was fairly smooth with no dramas, at a very good price. Included in the ticket from Sapa to Ninh Binh is a night in a hostel, which wasn’t anywhere you’d particularly want to stay of course, but it was great to have somewhere to shower and nap when I arrived until I could check in at my actual accommodation (check the small print and contact the operator on WhatsApp for the hostel deal!). So overall it was fine, and I’d probably do it again.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 32, Sapa Discovery Travel, Oct 18, 2025
TO
Theresa O
We had booked a direct bus from Sa Pa to Tam Coc at 10:30 pm, which was initially confirmed. However, around 7 pm we received a message asking if we could instead take an earlier bus at 8 pm, with pick-up at 7:30 pm. Unfortunately, that didn’t fit into our plans for the evening. Shortly afterward, we received a new confirmation for a 11 pm bus with pick-up at 10:30 pm. At 10:15 pm we were informed that our bus was overbooked and that we would now have to change buses in Hanoi at 4:30 am – instead of traveling directly to Tam Coc as originally booked, arriving around 8 am. After several phone calls, we were suddenly told that this direct connection didn’t even exist, which makes one wonder why it was offered in the first place. When we arrived in Hanoi, there was no representative to help us, and the WhatsApp contact was suddenly no longer reachable. With about a 30-minute delay, we finally continued our journey to Tam Coc. Overall, the organization should be improved – especially regarding reliability, communication, and adherence to confirmed bookings.
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, Oct 17, 2025
TG
Tomas G
20 min late, but its not a huge deal, huge deal were very very small beds and in the back, thee beds are 5 next to each other. That made me sleep right next to a rather large man, who was 1) snoring 2) shifting and moving, which sometimes resulted in him accidently touching me do to very small beds right next to each other 3) smelling really bad, which made it very hard to sleep and uncomfortable 3)
Sapa to Tam Coc, Bus VIP 32, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sep 23, 2025
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Sapa to Tam Coc Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
06:20
15:20
$28.97
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
VIP 34
07:15
14:15
$15.45
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
08:20
17:20
$28.97
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
09:20
18:20
$28.97
Bus
HK Sapa Open Tour
Upper Single Cabin
10:00
17:30
$16.81
  5.0
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
10:20
19:20
$28.97
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
11:00
19:30
$16.13
  4.1
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
11:20
20:20
$28.97
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
12:00
20:30
$16.13
  4.1
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
12:20
21:20
$28.97
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
13:00
21:30
$16.13
  4.1
Bus
Vietnam Luxury Travel
VIP 20 + VIP 11
13:20
22:20
$28.97
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 32
16:00
00:40
$15.45
  2.0
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
Royal Cabin
16:30
23:30
$19.32
  2.0
Bus
Asian Bus Travel
VIP 34
17:00
00:00
$15.45
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
21:30
06:00
$16.13
  4.1
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
22:00
06:30
$16.13
  4.8
Bus
HK Buslines
Upper Single Cabin
22:30
07:00
$16.13
  4.8
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 24 + VIP 22
23:00
08:10
$21.25
  3.5
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 24 + VIP 22
23:30
08:40
$21.25
  3.5

How to get from Sapa to Tam Coc

When you want to get from Sapa to Tam Coc, 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 391.98. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 15.94.

How far is Sapa from Tam Coc?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sapa to Tam Coc. Your trip will be a total of 195 miles (313 km). The flying distance is 195 miles (313 km).

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Tam Coc?

The travel time from Sapa to Tam Coc can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sapa to Tam Coc?

The cost of the trip from Sapa to Tam Coc varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sapa Discovery Travel: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 15.94 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 391.98.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 15.94 to USD 39.21;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 25.50. From Sapa to Tam Coc starting from 07:30 100A Dien Bien Phu until 21:30 100A Dien Bien Phu

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 140.12 to USD 391.98.

How many trips per day are there between Sapa and Tam Coc?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:45. There are 69 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Sapa to Tam Coc any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Sapa to Tam Coc 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 Tam Coc. 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 140.12.

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 Tam Coc

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sapa to Tam Coc? 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:

  • 65% decided to go for a bus.
  • 33% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Sapa to Tam Coc

Facts about the transport from Sapa to Tam Coc

Cheapest Transport$16
Fastest Transport6h 15m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure11:45 PM
Departures per day90
Distance313 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAsian Bus Travel, Futa Ha Son, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Halong Transportation, Hanoi VIP Transfer, HK Buslines, Mui Ne Private Car, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Sapa Express, Taxigo vn, Viet Technologies Travel