Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi

Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi

Sapa Lao Cai
Hanoi
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Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi Destination Reviews

HH
We’ve upgraded to the Queen cabin. The cabin is so spacious. There’s a queen size bed and 2 chairs. Lighting in the cabin is beautiful.
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP4 VIP Cabin 2x, Chapa Express, Oct 18, 2025
DO
Train ride was lovely… Unfortunately they didn’t feel the need to notify passengers that arrival time would be over an hour later than expected. Causing us to miss our connecting flight and losing our money, having pay for new flights. If notified, would have had time to change our flight time…
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP8 Cabin 2x, NewLivitrans Express, Oct 16, 2025
NW
Comfortable, clean train, with drinks and snacks, on a scenic line between Lao Cai and Hanoi. The train was one hour late on a seven hour journey.
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP8 Deluxe Shared 4x, NewLivitrans Express, Oct 15, 2025
AS
On time, perfect driver and vehicle, no complains
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP8 Suite 2x, NewLivitrans Express, Oct 14, 2025
L
For this price comman areas should be better. Toilets and sink was dirty. There was no sop. Cabin was ok, but A/C was really too cold and we couldn't turn it off.
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP4 1st Class Sleeper, Laman Express, Sep 29, 2025
MC
There was no wifi. The space was tiny and a bit run down
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train Cabin 4x, Damitrans, Sep 28, 2025
MH
A great experience, outstanding view on Vietnam!
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP8 Cabin 2x, NewLivitrans Express, Sep 22, 2025
SD
Great experience
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train VIP Cabin with twin beds, King Sapa Train, Sep 21, 2025
ML
So nice do do that trip in that train !
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP8 Cabin 2x, NewLivitrans Express, Sep 18, 2025
SJ
We took a Livitrans sleeper train from sapa to hanoi and the experience was… mixed, to say the least. While the cabin looked decent at first, things quickly turned strange. At the station, a woman without any uniform approached us offering a cabin upgrade for a lower price. She led us onto the train and showed us the room — which we ultimately declined. Oddly enough, we were placed in the upgraded cabin anyway, for free. Seemed like a hustle that didn’t fully go as planned. Later, a conductor came by trying to sell us the upper two bunks for cash. It felt sketchy, like an unofficial transaction. On top of that, we could literally smell the toilet from our room — not exactly what you'd expect from a “premium” experience. Overall, the train got us from A to B, but the constant hustling and lack of transparency were tiring. If you're expecting Western-style service or cleanliness, you’ll likely be disappointed. *Rating: 2/5 Would only recommend if you manage expectations and don’t mind a bit of chaos.
Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi, Train #SP8 Deluxe Shared 4x, NewLivitrans Express, Sep 18, 2025
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Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
King Sapa Train
VIP Cabin with twin beds
00:00
08:00
$123.59
  5.0
Train
Vietnam Railways
1st Class Sleeper
12:05
19:37
$10.25
  4.0
Train
Vietnam Railways
1st Class Sleeper
12:05
19:37
$12.91
  4.0
Train
Lotus Train
VIP 2 Berth
20:40
04:35
$45.55
Train
Laman Express
VIP Sleeper 4x
21:30
05:25
$29.61
  4.4
Train
Family Express
1st Class Sleeper
22:40
06:25
$47.45

Transportation from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi

Facts about the transport from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi

Cheapest Transport$10
Fastest Transport5h
Earliest Departure7:40 AM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day55
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChapa Express, Charmy Express, Damitrans, Family Express, Fanxipan Express, GreenLion Bus, Grouptour, King Sapa Train, NewLivitrans Express, Vietnam Rail, Violette Trains

How to get from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. 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 Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 145.36. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 12.00.

How far is Sapa Lao Cai from Hanoi?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 156 miles (250 km).

How long does it take to get from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi?

The travel time from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 9 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi?

The cost of the trip from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Vietnam Rail: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 12.00 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 145.36.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi:

  • Bus tickets - USD 9.90 to USD 14.40;
  • Train tickets - USD 12.00 to USD 145.36;
  • Van price : USD 12.60 - USD 16.20;

How many trips per day are there between Sapa Lao Cai and Hanoi?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 55 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Lao Cai to Hanoi 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.

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 Lao Cai to Hanoi. 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 Lao Cai to Hanoi.

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 Lao Cai to Hanoi

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Sapa Lao Cai to Hanoi? 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:

  • 93% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 4% opted for a van.
  • 3% decided to go for a bus.