1. Bus – Noi Bai to Sapa
2. Private Car to Sapa
3. Train + Bus to Sapa
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From Noi Bai Airport to Sapa you can get by bus, minivan, taxi, train.
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- Travel distance from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport to Sapa is about 240 km by bus/taxi. You can use a few options how you can reach Sapa town from Noi Bai Airport in Hanoi. The most popular and cheapest way of getting to Sapa is to travel by tourist sleeper bus. Transfer by bus from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa takes about 5-7 hours and bus tickets cost about $8-25/pp. There are various bus companies from Noi Bai International or Domestic Airport.
- Another way how you can travel is to travel by train + bus via Lao Cai and Hanoi. You can take a bus from Noi Bai Airport to Hanoi Railway Station and from this railway station you can go by train to Lao Cai. From Lao Cai you have to travel by public bus or taxi to Sapa town. This way is the slowest option of getting to Sapa, but you can try transfer by VR or tourist luxury trains. The last option how you can travel from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa is to book a private taxi/car. Transfer by private taxi/car from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa takes about 4-5 hours and it costs about $95-300 (vehicle).
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- It is not possible to travel by plane to Sapa because there is no airport in this town. Nestled amidst the mist-covered Hoàng Liên Son Mountains of northern Vietnam, Sapa beckons travelers with its unparalleled beauty and cultural richness. Renowned for its terraced rice fields and vibrant ethnic diversity, this charming town offers a myriad of experiences for visitors.Sapa’s landscape, adorned with lush valleys and majestic peaks, is a paradise for trekking enthusiasts. Trails wind through picturesque villages, where ethnic minority groups such as the Hmong and Dao reside, each contributing their unique traditions to the region’s tapestry.
- Mount Fansipan, Indochina’s highest peak, stands sentinel near Sapa, challenging adventurers to conquer its summit for breathtaking vistas of the surrounding landscape. The town’s markets buzz with activity, offering a vibrant showcase of local life and handicrafts. Visitors can immerse themselves in cultural experiences, from traditional dance performances to homestays with local families.
| Transfer Mode – Noi Bai Airport to Sapa: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Tourist Bus / Minivan | 5-7 hours | $8-25/pp |
| Private Taxi / Car | 4-5 hours | $95-300 (vehicle) |
| Train + Bus via Lao Cai and Hanoi | about 12 hours | $25-140/pp |
How do I get from Sapa to Noi Bai Airport?
1. BUS / MINIVAN from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa
The most used and also the cheapest option of transportation from Hanoi Noi Bai Airport to the city of Sapa is by bus or minivan / minibus. You can take these buses to Sapa from the international airport as well as the domestic Noi Bai airport, which are a few hundred meters away from each other.
In Sapa town, buses can arrive at different places or stops, you will always see this information when searching and booking bus tickets on online platforms, so read everything carefully. There are various companies operating the route between Noi Bai Airport and Sapa and they will offer you mostly sleeper buses or smaller minivans or minibuses with seats, mostly sleeper tourist buses.
These buses are relatively comfortable, modern and will offer you a good service for a relatively good price, in some cases the transfer is also relatively fast. Companies offering bus services from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa are Sapa Ethnic Travel, Sapa Discovery Travel, Daiichi Travel, Techbus VN, Inter Bus Lines, Grouptour, Vietnam Luxury Travel, G8 Sapa Open Tour,HK Sapa Open Tour, VietNam Travel Bus , King Express Bus, Sao Vang, Sapa Express and Luxury Van Limousine.
Fares may vary, but on average, a bus transfer from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa City costs between $8-25/pp, depending on the type of sleeper bus you choose. Some very new and more modern sleeper buses tend to be more expensive than, for example, some older sleeper buses.
There are plenty of various sleeper buses or minibuses every day, and the bus schedule from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa is relatively long, with dozens of connections per day. You can easily search and buy bus tickets from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa online well in advance, which is recommended.
Most buses also accept tickets on the phone, so it is not necessary to print them, but the information and instructions given when booking the tickets always apply. Arrive at the airport departure point well in advance, at least 30 minutes before the bus departs. Bus transfer to Sapa in Vietnam from Noi Bai Airport is mainly sought after by solo low-cost travelers who have a more limited budget for their travel in Vietnam.
2. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa
The most convenient, but at the same time, the most expensive way to get from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa is by private car/taxi with a driver. With a private car, you can again depart from Noi Bai International and Domestic Airports and you can arrive in Sapa to various places that you choose according to your requirement.
With this transfer to a specific place, you can also save some other time during transport. From Noi Bai Airport to Sapa, you can use companies such as Booking Car, VTS Taxi, Saigon DMC, Tiim Group, Ouros Travel, Grouptour, Dichung Taxi, or other companies for transfers.
All these companies will offer you classic smaller modern cars or even larger SUVs and minivans for more people. These minivans can be suitable for those traveling in a group of multiple travelers at once. Driving time by private car/taxi from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa is approximately 4-5 hours, it may vary depending on where exactly you want to go.
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It is therefore advisable to take the given time as an average, which may vary. A private car/taxi transfer from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa costs between $95-300 (vehicle). The prices can therefore vary quite a bit, but it depends on which vehicle you choose for the transfer. For the most part, smaller classic cars are a cheaper option than, for example, larger SUVs and multi-passenger minivans.
You will always see this information when searching and booking cars, as well as preview photos of what the cars look like. You can search and book your private car and driver from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa easily online in advance.
Also, always read all transfer information and instructions and follow the company’s instructions to avoid any misunderstandings. Transport by private car to Sapa from Noi Bai is not suitable for low-cost travelers due to the higher price for the transfer.
3. TRAIN + BUS from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa (via Lao Cai)
If you would like to use a train transfer to Sapa, this is also possible, but the train goes from Hanoi to the city of Lao Cai and from there you continue by bus or private car to Sapa. So this option has a total of 3 steps, first it is a transfer from Noi Bai Airport to the train station in Hanoi, then a train ride to Lao Cai and from Lao Cai a transfer by bus or car to the city of Sapa. This option therefore takes significantly longer than traveling by bus or private car, it can take up to 12 hours in total, and it can also vary depending on transfers.
The first step is a transfer by bus or private car from Noi Bai Airport to Hanoi Railway Station. In this case, you can use, for example, a bus marked as Express Bus No.86, which also stops at the train station. Alternatively, you can use a private taxi, but this is a more expensive transfer option. There are also other public buses and other private shuttle buses that go to Hanoi from the airport.
The second step is the train journey from Hanoi to Lao Cai, which takes about 8 hours. The route is run by a regular Vietnam Railways train, which also includes tourist sleeper trains such as Laman Express, New Livitrans Express, VicSapa Train, Damitrans, Chapa Express, Sapaly Express, Fanxipan. These tourist trains only have sleepers and are always a more expensive option compared to regular trains that have seats and sleepers.
Train travel time from Hanoi to Lao Cai is approximately 8 hours and trains run overnight. Train tickets from Hanoi to Lao Cai range from $15-100/pp, depending on the type of train you choose. The most expensive are tourist sleeper trains for 2 passengers in one cabin. Regular trains have cabins with sleeping beds for 4-6 passengers. Trains arrive at Lao Cai Railway Station, which is in the city center, from there you can immediately continue by bus or taxi to Sapa.
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So the last step is a transfer by public bus, private minivan or private taxi from Lao Cai to Sapa. This journey can take approximately 1-1.5 hours in these ways, the distance is approximately 40 km. The public bus leaves from the place in front of the station, and most ordinary solo low-cost travelers will use this way, which is also the cheapest.
Tickets for this public bus to Sapa from Lao Cai town cost approximately $1.50/pp, private transfers by minivan or taxi are a more expensive option. You can easily search and book bus tickets or a private transfer from Lao Cai to Sapa online even in advance. Transfer by train and bus is rather an alternative way, it is better in terms of time and price to go from Noi Bai airport to Sapa by sleeper bus or minivan.
❓ FAQ – Travel route from Hanoi Noi Bai Airport to Sapa:
1. How to book bus tickets or taxi/car from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?
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- You can book bus tickets / private taxi from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
2. What is the travel time from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?
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- Transfer by tourist bus or minivan from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa takes about 5 hours.
- Transfer by private taxi/car from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa takes about 4-5 hours.
- Transfer by train + bus to Sapa from Noi Bai Airport (via Lao Cai, Hanoi) takes about 12 hours.
3. How much does it cost to travel to Sapa from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport?
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- Transfer by tourist bus or minivan from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa costs about $8-25/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi/car from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa costs about $95-300/vehicle.
- Transfer by train + bus from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa (via Lao Cai, Hanoi) costs about $25-140.
4. What is the travel distance from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?
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- The journey from Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport to the majestic mountain retreat of Sapa, nestled amidst the lush landscapes of northern Vietnam, spans a distance of approximately 240 kilometers. This enchanting route offers travelers a glimpse into the breathtaking beauty of the Vietnamese countryside, with its winding roads and panoramic vistas.
5. Is there a flight from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?
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- There is no airport in Sapa, so you can not travel by plane, there are no direct flights from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa.
6. What is the cheapest option of transport from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?
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- The most cheapest option of transport to Sapa from Noi Bai Airport is to travel by tourist bus or train + bus via Lao Cai. The most cheapest bus tickets to Sapa start at $10/pp.
7. Is there a direct train from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport to Sapa?
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- No, there is no direct train from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa. If you want to travel by train to Lao Cai – the closest train station to Sapa, you have to take a train from Hanoi Railway Station. After you arrive to Lao Cai, you have to travel by bus or taxi to Sapa town.
8. How to get from Noi Bai Airport to Hanoi Railway Station?
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- From Noi Bai to Hanoi Railway Station (120 Le Duan) you can travel by Express Bus No.86 or private taxi. Express buses are new, modern and bus tickets are cheap, start at $1.40/pp. Transfer time by this bus is about 60-75 minutes, bus has a few stops on this travel route before arriving to train station.
9. What is the most popular option of transport to Sapa from Noi Bai?
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- The most popular way of transfer to Sapa town from Noi Bai Airport is to travel by tourist bus or comfortable minivan.
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🚍 Bus from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa / Bus Schedule + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Noi Bai Airport to Sapa | Departure in Noi Bai | Arrival in Sapa | Bus Ticket |
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Inter Bus Lines | 07:45 | 13:15 | From $8.00 |
King Express Bus | 08:00 | 14:30 | From $8.00 |
King Express Bus | 23:00 | 05:30 | From $8.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 00:00 | 05:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 01:00 | 06:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 07:00 | 12:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 08:00 | 13:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 09:00 | 14:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 10:00 | 15:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 11:00 | 16:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 12:00 | 17:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 13:00 | 18:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 14:00 | 19:00 | From $17.00 |
Sapa Ethnic Travel | 15:00 | 20:00 | From $17.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 00:00 | 05:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 01:00 | 06:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 08:00 | 13:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 09:00 | 14:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 10:00 | 15:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 11:00 | 16:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 12:00 | 17:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 13:00 | 18:00 | From $19.00 |
Vietnam Luxury Travel | 14:00 | 19:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 00:00 | 05:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 07:00 | 12:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 08:00 | 13:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 09:00 | 14:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 10:00 | 15:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 11:00 | 16:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 12:00 | 17:00 | From $19.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 13:00 | 18:00 | From $19.00 |
Luxury Van Limous. | 00:05 | 06:05 | From $17.00 |
Luxury Van Limous. | 06:00 | 12:00 | From $17.00 |
Luxury Van Limous. | 08:00 | 14:00 | From $17.00 |
Luxury Van Limous. | 09:00 | 15:00 | From $17.00 |
Luxury Van Limous. | 10:00 | 16:00 | From $17.00 |
Luxury Van Limous. | 11:00 | 17:00 | From $17.00 |
Luxury Van Limous. | 12:00 | 18:00 | From $17.00 |
HK Sapa Open Tour | 00:15 | 06:00 | From $16.00 |
HK Sapa Open Tour | 08:00 | 13:45 | From $16.00 |
HK Sapa Open Tour | 11:00 | 16:45 | From $16.00 |
HK Sapa Open Tour | 14:00 | 19:45 | From $16.00 |
HK Sapa Open Tour | 15:30 | 21:15 | From $16.00 |
🚕 Taxi from Noi Bai Airport to Sapa / Taxi Schedule + Prices:
Taxi Schedule - Noi Bai Airport to Sapa | Departure in Noi Bai | Travel time | Price (Car) |
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Taxi with VTS | Any time | 03:55 | From $97.00 |
Taxi with VTS | Any time | 03:55 | From $136.00 |
Taxi with VTS | Any time | 03:55 | From $234.00 |
Booking Car | Any time | 04:10 | From $198.00 |
Ouros Travel (Van) | Any time | 04:30 | From $240.00 |
Ouros Travel (Comfort) | Any time | 04:30 | From $140.00 |
Ouros Travel (SUV) | Any time | 04:30 | From $143.00 |
Ouros Travel (VIP Van) | Any time | 04:30 | From $276.00 |
Grouptour (Van 9pax) | Any time | 05:00 | From $220.00 |
Grouptour (Van 7pax) | Any time | 05:30 | From $220.00 |
Grouptour (SUV 4pax) | Any time | 05:30 | From $196.00 |
Saigon DMC (Van) | Any time | 04:15 | From $232.00 |
Saigon DMC (SUV) | Any time | 04:15 | From $136.00 |
Saigon DMC (Comfort) | Any time | 04:15 | From $95.00 |
Tiim Group (Van) | Any time | 05:00 | From $235.00 |
Tiim Group (SUV) | Any time | 05:00 | From $218.00 |