1. Bus – Ha Giang to Sapa
3. Van / Minibus to Sapa
4. Private Car to Sapa
5. By motorbike to Sapa
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From Ha Giang to Sapa you can travel by bus, taxi/car or motorbike.
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- Embark on a scenic journey spanning approximately 250 km from Ha Giang to Sapa in Lao Cai province, Northern Vietnam, offering three popular transportation options: tourist bus, motorbike, or private taxi/car. Opting for a tourist bus stands out as the most favored choice, providing a travel time of about 6-8 hours, with ticket prices ranging from $11 to $20 per person, depending on the bus type and comfort level.
- For adventurous souls, traveling by motorbike presents an option, although it’s suitable only for those with driving experience due to the challenging road conditions. Another alternative is hiring a private taxi, albeit the most expensive option, taking approximately 7 hours for the journey. Notably, there are no direct trains or flights between Ha Giang and Sapa. From Sapa, travelers can explore further destinations such as Mu Cang Chai in Yen Bai province or venture to the vibrant capital city of Vietnam, Hanoi, and charming Ninh Binh town.
Sapa in Lao Cai province is a must-visit destination in Vietnam.
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- The enchanting mountain town of Sapa serves as a gateway to the breathtaking mountains of Northern Vietnam, with the iconic Fansipan, Vietnam’s highest peak, nearby. Accessible via the modern Fansipan Legend cable car, Fansipan offers awe-inspiring vistas. Sapa is renowned for trekking, immersing in nature, and engaging with ethnic Hmong communities, with homestay accommodations providing an authentic experience.
- While numerous tourist-friendly homestays cater to visitors, authentic ethnic homestays still offer a glimpse into local life. Sapa lacks an airport and train station, with a short railway connecting the town to the Fansipan Legend cable car, spanning approximately 2 km. The journey from Ha Giang to Sapa is a popular route in Northern Vietnam, and travelers can easily book tickets to Sapa online.
| Transfer Mode – Ha Giang to Sapa: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Tourist Bus / Van | 5.5-7 hours | $11-20/pp |
| Private Car / Taxi | 5-6 hours | $120-240 (vehicle) |
| Motorbike | 7-8 hours | $10-20/pp |
How do I get from Ha Giang to Sapa?
1. BUS from Ha Giang to Sapa
The most popular low-cost option of transportation from Ha Giang to Sapa will be a bus trip for you. Buses are often the only transfer option for most travelers right here in northern Vietnam, many places are very remote and there is no railway. There are various older and newer sleeper buses and/or buses with seats on the route between these cities.
These bus routes to Sapa from Ha Giang, which are plentiful, are operated by various transport companies such as Techbus VN, Ket Doan, Duc Duong, To Vietnam Travel, Full Moon Party Tour, Luxury Van Limousine, VietNam Travel Bus, Quang Tuyen, The Long Travel, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Grouptour.
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These buses can depart from various locations in Ha Giang and also arrive at various locations in Sapa. You will see all information about departures and arrivals when ordering tickets. The journey by bus from Ha Giang to Sapa takes approximately 5.5-7 hours, it depends on where exactly you depart from and where you arrive, it also depends on what type of bus you choose for the trip.
Transfer by sleeper or seat bus to Sapa from Ha Giang will cost you between $11-20/pp, again depending on the type of bus and the company that operates it. Older classic buses tend to be cheaper, modern buses or small minibuses are usually more expensive. When the bus leaves, it is better to arrive at the place of departure at least 30 minutes before the departure of the bus.
It may happen that the exact times of departure and arrival may not be observed, this happens in Vietnam and it is advisable to expect it. You can easily find and book bus tickets from Ha Giang to Sapa online even in advance. Please read all transfer and ticket instructions carefully to avoid any complications.
2. VAN / MINIBUS from Ha Giang to Sapa
Another popular and more convenient and also low-cost transfer option from Ha Giang to Sapa is transport by a smaller minivan or minibus. Minivans and minibuses are popular, very comfortable and even sometimes a bit faster, they have a more limited passenger capacity, e.g. 9-14 passengers in the vehicle.
They are also suitable for transport in northern Vietnam, as it is possible to go anywhere with these vehicles and the fare is also adequate. On the route from Ha Giang to Sapa, private minivans or minibuses are operated by some of the companies that also operate classic larger buses. These companies are Techbus VN, To Vietnam Travel, Full Moon Party Tour, VietNam Travel Bus, Sapa Ethnic Travel, Grouptour.
Throughout the day, many such minivans and minibuses depart from various locations and/or even from hotels and arrive in Sapa again at various locations. Travel time by minivan/minibus from Ha Giang to Sapa is approximately 5.5-6 hours and tickets cost between $15-20/pp. If you were wondering whether to choose a sleeper bus or a smaller minivan from Ha Giang to Sapa, a minivan is better and more comfortable.
You can search and buy tickets for minivans and minibuses from Ha Giang to Sapa online in advance. As these are smaller vehicles that can fill up quickly, it is better to have a ticket and a reserved seat already purchased.
You can see all information about departures, arrivals and travel time from Ha Giang to Sapa online again when ordering tickets. Read all instructions and conditions for this type of transfer.
3. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Ha Giang to Sapa
If you would like to travel from Ha Giang to Sapa by private car/taxi with a driver, this option will also be available for you in this area. It can be said that a private car with a driver is clearly the most convenient and fast option of transportation to Sapa, but it is also the most expensive option.
For transportation by private car from Ha Giang to Sapa, private taxi company Ouros Travel, Saigon DMC, Grouptour can be used. These companies have modern and comfortable cars, SUVs or minivans for groups of travelers ready for travelers. Groups of travelers traveling together will definitely use minivans, which can be cost-effective as a result.
Driving time by private car from Ha Giang to Sapa takes approximately 5-6 hours and the fare ranges from $120-240/car. Minivans are the most expensive option, smaller cars are the cheapest option. The advantage of a transfer by private car is that you can choose exactly where you leave from and where you want to arrive in Sapa.
Of course, the comfort and services are compensated by the price, which will not be advantageous for solo low-cost travelers, for whom this is not a suitable choice of transport. You can search and book your private car with driver from Ha Giang to Sapa online even in advance. Please read all instructions regarding the private transfer carefully.
4. Travel by motorbike from Ha Giang to Sapa
A lot of travelers come to Ha Giang province by motorbike or travel here as well. So motorbike transport from Ha Giang to Sapa is suitable mainly for these travelers who then want to head to Sapa as well. There is one main road from Ha Giang to Sapa, which can be easily navigated using Google maps, for example, but since you have a motorbike, you can also visit other places on the way, such as Bac Ha or Hoang Su Phi.
However, even then, the main route is always from Ha Giang to Lao Cai city and then from Lao Cai to Sapa. In total, the motorbike trip from Ha Giang to Sapa on the main road via Lao Cai is about 250 km. So it is advisable to have some driving skills and knowledge for this route, it is not a route suitable for beginners.
Consider whether it is better to divide this route into, for example, 2 days. To drive a motorcycle in Vietnam, you must also have an International Driving Permit with a valid license for the motorcycle in question. Do not ride your motorcycle without this, you risk having your motorcycle confiscated and you will be fined.
When driving a motorcycle in Vietnam, it is important to always follow the road rules and regulations you come across. It is better to drive more slowly as some roads and paths can be unpredictable. Motorcycle travel in Vietnam will not be for everyone, it is more suitable for more adventurous travelers who already have experience driving motorbikes.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Ha Giang to Sapa:
1. How to book bus tickets or taxi/car from Ha Giang to Sapa?
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- You can choose and book bus tickets from Ha Giang to Sapa on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
- you can also search another routes, e.g. Lao Cai to Sapa, Sapa to Hanoi….
2. What is the travel time from Ha Giang to Sapa?
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- Transport by sleeper tourist bus / van from Ha Giang to Sapa takes about 5.5-7 hours.
- Transport by motorbike from Ha Giang to Sapa takes about 7-8 hours.
- Transport by private taxi/car from Ha Giang to Sapa takes about 5-6 hours.
3. Where to rent a motorbike or tour in Sapa?
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- You can try to search and book a motorbike + tour / tickets in Sapa online on Klook ➜.
4. How much does it cost to get by bus from Ha Giang to Sapa?
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- Transfer by sleeper or seat tourist bus or van to Sapa from Ha Giang costs about $13-20/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi/car from Ha Giang to Sapa costs about $120-240/vehicle.
5. What is the travel distance by bus from Ha Giang to Sapa?
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- Travel distance from Ha Giang to Sapa by tourist sleeper bus, motorbike, car is about 250 km via Lao Cai.
6. What is the best bus, which bus to choose for transfer to Sapa?
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- There are already very modern and comfortable buses from Ha Giang to Sapa. You can take modern comfortable minibus or minivan, these minivans are realy very comfortable and also fast.
7. Is there another way of transfer from Ha Giang to Sapa?
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- Another option is to travel on motorbike to Sapa. This way is good only for the experienced motorbike drivers, you should have some driving skill. There are also some private tour companis in Vietnam and they offer various several day motorbike trips in northern Vietnam.
8. Is there a flight or train from Ha Giang to Sapa?
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- No, there is no flight and no train to Sapa. Sapa and Ha Giang do not have any airport and there is no railway route between Ha Giang – Lao Cai – Sapa town.
9. Where you can also travel from Sapa?
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- From Sapa you can also travel by bus to Lai Chau town, or via Lai Chau you can travel by bus/motorbike to Mu Cang Chai. One of the most frequented travel route in northern Vietnam is also from Sapa to Hanoi and via Hanoi from Sapa to Halong Bay.
10. How to get from Lao Cai to Sapa?
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- Sapa town is about 35 km from Lao Cai town and Lao Cai Railway Station. From Lao Cai to Sapa (and from Sapa to Lao Cai town) you can travel by public bus or private taxi, there is no railway from Lao Cai to Sapa. The most cheapest option is to travel by public bus, one-way bus ticket costs about $1.30-1.50/pp.
11. When to visit Sapa, what is the weather in this place?
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- Sapa is the mountain town and the weather can change very quickly. The best time to visit is in the dry season, if you want to hike and visit Hoang Lien National Park or Fansipan Mountain. Read this article: Weather in Sapa.
12. How to travel solo in Vietnam?
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- Discover the wonders of solo travel in Vietnam as you explore ancient temples, cruise through scenic landscapes or karst sceneries, hike various national parks and ethnic villages and connect with the warm-hearted locals, creating a personalized journey of cultural immersion and breathtaking experiences.
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🚍 Bus Schedule / Timetable – Ha Giang to Sapa + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Ha Giang to Sapa | Departs in Ha Giang | Arrival in Sapa | Bus Tickets |
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Sapa Ethnic Travel | 06:30 | 12:30 | From $11.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 08:00 | 14:00 | From $11.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 09:00 | 15:00 | From $11.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 15:00 | 21:00 | From $11.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 19:00 | 01:20 | From $12.00 |
Ket Doan | 06:30 | 12:30 | From $14.00 |
Ket Doan | 15:00 | 21:00 | From $14.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 07:00 | 13:00 | From $14.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 09:30 | 15:30 | From $14.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 15:30 | 21:30 | From $14.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 19:30 | 01:30 | From $14.00 |
Duc Duong Bus | 07:00 | 13:30 | From $16.00 |
Duc Duong Bus | 09:30 | 16:00 | From $16.00 |
Duc Duong Bus | 15:50 | 21:50 | From $15.00 |
Duc Duong Bus | 19:10 | 01:40 | From $16.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 20:00 | 03:00 | From $14.00 |
Techbus VN | 07:00 | 12:30 | From $12.00 |
Techbus VN | 07:15 | 12:45 | From $13.00 |
Techbus VN | 19:30 | 01:00 | From $13.00 |
Techbus VN | 20:00 | 01:30 | From $13.00 |
Grouptour | 07:10 | 13:00 | From $14.00 |
Grouptour | 07:35 | 13:25 | From $14.00 |
Grouptour | 08:00 | 13:20 | From $11.00 |
Grouptour | 09:50 | 15:10 | From $13.00 |
Grouptour | 15:20 | 21:00 | From $14.00 |
Grouptour | 20:00 | 01:20 | From $13.00 |
Grouptour | 19:10 | 00:30 | From $13.00 |
Full Moon Party | 07:00 | 13:20 | From $16.00 |
Full Moon Party | 09:40 | 16:00 | From $16.00 |
Full Moon Party | 15:30 | 21:50 | From $16.00 |
Full Moon Party | 19:20 | 01:40 | From $16.00 |
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