How to go → HA GIANG to HANOI? ☀️

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How to get from Ha Giang to Hanoi in Vietnam? You can travel from Ha Giang to Hanoi by bus, van, taxi, bus + train.

1. Bus – Ha Giang to Hanoi
2. Van/Minibus to Hanoi
3. Taxi / Car to Hanoi
4. Bus + Train to Hanoi
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From Ha Giang to Hanoi you can travel by bus, van, taxi or motorbike.

    • The travel distance from Ha Giang to Hanoi is approximately 300 kilometers by land (via bus, car, or motorbike). There are 5 options for reaching Hanoi from Ha Giang: bus, van/minivan, private taxi, bus + train via Lao Cai, or motorbike. The most popular transfer option is by bus or van. Bus transfer from Ha Giang to Hanoi takes about 5.5-7 hours, with ticket prices ranging from $9 to $21 per person. These buses arrive at various locations in Hanoi, including My Dinh bus station, Hoan Kiem district, or Noi Bai International Airport. Alternatively, you can opt for modern, comfortable, and fast van or minivan services, which also provide a convenient mode of transport.
    • Another way to reach Hanoi from Ha Giang is by booking a private taxi/car. Transport via private taxi / vehicle from Ha Giang to Hanoi takes about 5-6 hours, costing approximately $100 to $230 per car. Several private taxi companies offer modern cars and comfortable minivans for this journey. Since there is no railway or airport in Ha Giang, travel by train or plane is not feasible. However, you can travel by train from Lao Cai to Hanoi, with a bus journey to Lao Cai town (about 200km) preceding the train ride to Hanoi. Traveling by bus + train to Hanoi via Lao Cai is an alternative option, but it is generally more practical to travel by bus. Before your arrival in Hanoi, it’s advisable to review the weather conditions by reading this article: Weather in Hanoi.
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    • For more adventurous travelers, motorbike travel is an option. This mode of transport is suitable for skilled motorbike riders and is the only option for individual tourists traveling to Hanoi from Ha Giang. As the capital of Vietnam and one of the most visited cities in the country, Hanoi serves as a bustling and authentic site, as well as a major transport hub in northern Vietnam. From Hanoi, travelers can explore various destinations across Vietnam, such as Hanoi to Cat Ba, Hanoi to Ninh Binh, Hanoi to Hoi An, or Hanoi to Phong Nha in central Vietnam. Refer to the instructions provided below in this article to learn how to travel from Ha Giang to Hanoi and easily book your tickets online.
Transfer Mode – Ha Giang to Hanoi: Travel Time Cost Range
Bus / Van 5.5-7 hours $9-21/pp
Bus + Train (via Lao Cai) 12-13 hours $15+/pp
Motorbike 6-8 hours N/A
Private Taxi/Car 6 hours $100-230/car

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How do I get from Ha Giang to Hanoi?


1. BUS from Ha Giang to Hanoi

Traveling by bus is the most used mode of transport from Ha Giang to Hanoi, as there is no train connection from there. Bus transport is also the cheapest mode of transport and tickets are relatively cheap. You will be able to choose from different types of buses, such as sleeper buses or smaller buses with comfortable and adjustable seats.

The range of buses is really very wide and everyone will surely choose their suitable option. There are various companies on the route from Ha Giang to Hanoi, such as Cau Me, Grouptour, Trully Ha Giang, Quang Nghi, Full Moon Party Tour, Good Morning Cat Ba, Bang Phang, Express Ha Giang, Quang Giang, Techbus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Duc Duong, To Vietnam Travel, Daiichi Travel, Ha Giang Limousine Bus, King Express Bus, Luxury Van Limousine, Manh Ha Ha Giang, Truly Ha Giang, VietNam Travel Bus, Cat Ba Panorama, Quang Nhi, Khanh Hang.

Bus tickets to Hanoi from Ha Giang range in price from $9-21/pp, depending on the type of bus and company. The cheapest are usually the classic Vietnamese sleeper buses, but they may not be completely comfortable for everyone. Therefore, it is better to choose a modern and smaller bus with comfortable reclining seats, they are absolutely sufficient for this trip and these cars are also faster.

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The journey time from Ha Giang to Hanoi is approximately 5.5-7 hours, smaller minibuses and minivans are usually faster, but this may not be the case with every company. Take into account that buses often make other stops, or stop, for example, for refreshments or to use the toilet.

Buses arrive from Ha Giang from various locations and arrive at various locations in Hanoi. You can take the bus to, for example, the large My Dinh station, the center of Hanoi, or even the Noi Bai International and Domestic Airports, which is convenient for those who use air connections to other popular destinations in Vietnam.

You can search and book bus tickets from Ha Giang to Hanoi online even in advance. When ordering tickets, always carefully read all conditions and instructions of the given transfer, these may differ from company to company.

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From Ha Giang to Hanoi you can travel by sleeper bus, minibus (photo: Bang Phan, Techbus VN, 12go.asia).


2. VAN / MINIVAN from Ha Giang to Hanoi

Another and possibly more convenient way to travel from Ha Giang to Hanoi in Northern Vietnam is by minivan / minibus. Often these smaller vehicles are more comfortable and faster for a few people, especially in the mountainous areas of northern Vietnam.

The travel time of these minivans or minibuses from Ha Giang to Hanoi can be approximately 5-6 hours, depending on the company and also whether these cars make additional stops along the way. Again, the same applies as with sleeper buses, i.e. they can depart from various places in Ha Giang, e.g. from hotels and they can arrive at various places in Hanoi, but they mostly go to the city center or its immediate surroundings.

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If you are traveling from Ha Giang to Hanoi in a group of e.g. up to 11 people, you can reserve the whole car and then calculate the fare price for individual passengers. Which can sometimes be an advantage if you travel in a low-cost style. These minivans and minibuses from Ha Giang to Hanoi tend to be a bit more expensive than sleeper buses, but not by much, fares are around $13-20/pp.

You can use minivans of private companies such as Truly Ha Giang, Grouptour, To Vietnam Travel on this route, but there are far more of them. You can easily search Ha Giang to Hanoi tickets for these minivans and minibuses online and in advance. Always read all transfer instructions and conditions carefully before booking tickets.

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Luxury Van/Minivan of Truly Ha Giang from Ha Giang to Hanoi (photo: Baolau)


3. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Ha Giang to Hanoi

The most convenient and fastest way to travel from Ha Giang to Hanoi will be by private taxi/car with a driver. This method is also possible, some private companies operate on the route and they will offer you very comfortable and modern cars, SUVs, Jeeps or minivans and minibuses.

Some of the private companies that operate these cars on this route are Ouros Travel, Saigon DMC Booking Car, Taxi with VTS, Viet Technology Travel and or Grouptour. If you are traveling as a low-cost traveler, then this method is probably not the most suitable for you.

A private car with driver from Ha Giang to Hanoi costs on average $100-230/vehicle, depending on the type of car you book. Prices may vary depending on the size of the car, or the number of passengers transported, the bigger the car, the more expensive it usually is. The advantage of these private transfers is the possibility of transportation to Noi Bai Airport.

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Depending on where you leave from and where you want to arrive in Hanoi, the driving time may also vary. Transportation by private taxi/car with a driver from Ha Giang town (or Noi Bai Airport) to Hanoi takes 4.5-5.5 hours, the shorter arrival time is usually to Noi Bai Airport.

You can search and book a private car with driver from Ha Giang to Hanoi online even in advance. Again, the same applies as for buses, always read the transfer conditions carefully, you will see them when ordering rides. If you want to avoid possible complications, it is important to familiarize yourself with the terms of the transfer to Hanoi.

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From Ha Giang to Hanoi you can also travel by private car and taxi (photo: Ouros Travel, 12go.asia)


4. BUS + TRAIN from Ha Giang to Hanoi (via Lao Cai)

It is not possible to travel from Ha Giang to Hanoi by train, as there is no railway between these cities. But there is one option to go by train to Hanoi, from the nearest station which is in the city of Lao Cai, but this city is about 200 km away and you can get here by bus.

Of course, it’s a good idea to consider whether this method will make sense for you, due to the distance to Lao Cai and the total travel time, first by bus and then by train from Lao Cai. Some local buses to Lao Cai may depart from Ha Giang Bus Station (Bến Xe Khách Hà Giang).

It is therefore advisable to find out the timetable of these buses first, as it may be more limited. The bus journey from Ha Giang to Lao Cai can take around 4 hours and you can buy tickets at the bus station in Ha Giang.

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The second step is to travel by Vietnam Railways trains from Lao Cai to Hanoi. For this journey, it is advisable to choose a sleeper bed in a regular train or in a more comfortable tourist sleeper train such as New Livitrans Express, Violette Trains, King Express, Fanxipan Express, Chapa Express, Sapaly Express, Laman Express, VicSapa Train or Damitrans Train.

The regular train is of course cheaper than the more comfortable tourist train, and train tickets range from $13-17/pp for a sleeper on a regular train and about $32-40/pp for a sleeper on tourist trains. Regular trains should also have seats on offer, they are the cheapest option, but it is better to choose a sleeper bed.

The train journey time to Hanoi from Lao Cai is approximately 8 hours and there is a train in the morning and then an evening train arriving in Hanoi in the morning. There are also sleeper buses from Lao Cai to Hanoi. You can find and buy tickets from Lao Cai to Hanoi in advance online, which is recommended for trains. Also read all the important instructions regarding the train transfer to Hanoi.

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From Ha Giang to Hanoi you can also travel by bus + train via Lao Cai town (photo: Baolau).


5. From Ha Giang to Hanoi on MOTORBIKE

The last way to travel from Ha Giang to Hanoi is to travel on your own motorbike. A certain number of travelers come to Ha Giang by motorbike, as this is often the best way to travel around the province. However, it is good to know that this mode of transport is not suitable for every traveler.

To drive a motorcycle in Vietnam, you must also have an International Driving Permit with a valid license for the motorcycle you are renting. It is also not advisable to ride such a distance on a very weak motorcycle, e.g. a scooter, you should have a slightly stronger machine.

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Expect that the route from Ha Giang to Hanoi will take you several hours, it is impossible to write an exact number, it depends on your driving and motorcycle riding skills. So you should have some experience even before you get on a motorcycle. However, the motorbike gives you freedom of movement.

You can divide the trip into 2 days and visit some other places, for example in Yen Bai province, which you will probably drive through, the fastest travel route to Hanoi leads through this.

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Is also possible to travel from Ha Giang to Hanoi on motorbike, it is a good idea only for the most experienced motorbike drivers.


FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Ha Giang to Hanoi:

1. How to book bus tickets or taxi/car from Ha Giang to Hanoi?

    • You can book and buy bus tickets from Ha Giang to Hanoi on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
    • you can also book another tickets, e.g. Ha Giang to Ha Long, Sapa to Hanoi….

2. What is the travel time from Ha Giang to Hanoi?

    • Travel by bus / van / limousine from Ha Giang to Hanoi takes about 5.5-7 hours.
    • Travel by bus + train from Ha Giang to Hanoi (via Lao Cai) takes about 12-13 hours.
    • Travel by motorbike from Ha Giang to Hanoi takes about 6-8 hours.
    • Travel by private car/taxi from Ha Giang to Hanoi takes about 6 hours.

3. How to book a private tour + tickets in Hanoi?

    • It is easy to book a private tour in Hanoi. You can find and book a tour and various tickets for attractions online at KLOOK. There are various tours and trips in northern Vietnam and especially in Hanoi, you can also book another activity in central + southern Vietnam.

4. How much does it cost to get from Ha Giang to Hanoi?

    • Transport by bus / van or limousine from Ha Giang to Hanoi costs about $9-21/pp.
    • Transport by bus + train from Ha Giang to Hanoi (via Lao Cai) costs about $15+/pp (depends on the train).
    • Transport by private car / taxi from Ha Giang to Hanoi costs about $100-230/car.

5. Is there another travel route from Ha Giang to Hanoi?

    • Yes you can also travel via Lao Cai town or you can also go from Ha Giang to Sapa and from Sapa to Hanoi by tourist bus, private minivan or car. From Lao Cai you can also travel by seat or regular and tourist sleeper train to Hanoi, Lao Cai is the closest railway station to Ha Giang town.

6. What is the travel distance from Ha Giang to Hanoi?

    • Travel distance from Ha Giang to Hanoi in northern Vietnam is about 300 km by bus / minibus or private car.

7. Is there a train from Ha Giang to Hanoi?

    • No, there is no railway from Ha Giang to Hanoi town, travel by train from Ha Giang town is not possible. There is a train by Vietnam Railways from Lao Cai, but this city is about 200 km from Ha Giang town.

8. Where do you keep your luggage in Hanoi?

    • If you want to keep your luggage in Hanoi you can try Radical Storage service. This service offers a few places in the center of Hanoi, it is a cheap and your luggage will be safe. You can search and book your place online.

9. Is there a flight from Ha Giang to Hanoi?

    • No, there is no airport in Ha Giang province, travel by plane from Ha Giang to Hanoi is not possible.

10. Where you can also travel from Hanoi?

    • From Hanoi you can also travel to central or southern Vietnam, e.g. from Hanoi to Da Nang, Hanoi to Nha Trang or Hanoi to Saigon. You can travel to these places of Vietnam by train or you can travel by plane – there are various cheap direct flights between these cities.

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🚍 Bus from Ha Giang to Hanoi – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:

Bus Schedule - Ha Giang to Hanoi

Departs in Ha Giang

Arrival in Hanoi

Bus Ticket

Techbus VN

06:10

12:50

From $16.00

Techbus VN

07:00

13:00

From $16.00

Techbus VN

13:45

19:15

From $16.00

Techbus VN

15:45

21:45

From $16.00

Techbus VN

18:30

00:30

From $16.00

Techbus VN

19:45

01:45

From $16.00

Bang Phan

21:00

03:40

From $15.00

Khanh Hang

13:30

19:30

From $15.00

Cau Me

07:30

13:00

From $14.95

Cau Me

16:30

22:00

From $14.95

Cau Me

21:30

03:30

From $10.70

Quang Tuyen

09:50

16:05

From $12.80

Quang Tuyen

21:00

03:15

From $12.80

Ha Giang Limous. Bus

07:00

13:30

From $18.00

Ha Giang Limous. Bus

16:00

22:30

From $18.00

Grouptour

09:45

15:15

From $12.00

Grouptour

20:45

02:15

From $12.00

Grouptour (VIP 27)

06:30

12:30

From $18.00

Grouptour (VIP 27)

09:30

15:30

From $18.00

Grouptour (VIP 27)

15:30

21:30

From $18.00

Grouptour (VIP 27)

16:30

22:30

From $18.00

Grouptour (Van)

6:30

12:30

From $16.00

Grouptour (Van)

15:45

21:45

From $16.00

Truly Hagiang

15:45

21:45

From $19.40

Express Ha Giang

20:00

02:30

From $19.30

Good Morning Cat Ba

07:00

12:50

From $17.00

Good Morning Cat Ba

16:00

21:50

From $17.00

Quang Giang

07:00

13:00

From $12.00

Quang Giang

16:00

22:00

From $12.00

Sapa Discovery

06:15

12:15

From $13.00

Sapa Discovery

07:00

13:00

From $16.00

Sapa Discovery

08:00

14:00

From $16.00

Sapa Discovery

10:00

16:00

From $13.00

Sapa Discovery

11:00

17:00

From $16.00

Sapa Discovery

12:30

18:30

From $13.00

Sapa Discovery

14:00

20:00

From $16.00

Duc Duong

06:20

12:50

From $16.00

Duc Duong

08:00

14:00

From $16.00

Duc Duong

09:45

16:15

From $16.00

Duc Duong

12:00

18:00

From $16.00

Duc Duong

13:30

20:00

From $16.00

Duc Duong

15:30

21:30

From $16.00

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