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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Hanoi to Lào Cai

Composite routes from Hanoi to Lào Cai

Cheapest
3 h 1 min
Car
286 km.
from $15

Transport providers

Train operators

Vietnam Railways

Phone:
19006469
Email:
support1@dsvn.vn
Website:
dsvn.vn
Train from Gia Lam to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.59–$19.18
Train from Ha Noi to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.59–$19.18

Bus operators

Sao Viet

Phone:
1900 6746
Email:
xesaovietsapa@gmail.com
Website:
xesaoviet.com.vn/
Bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Lao
Ave. Duration:
5h 32m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.07–$20.46

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Lào Cai is to train which costs $8.15 - $16.30 and takes 7h 17m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

The fastest way to get from Hanoi to Lào Cai is to drive which takes 3h 9m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi and Lào Cai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hanoi Hoan Kiem and arriving at Lao Cai. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 32m.

Is there a direct train between Hanoi and Lào Cai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gia Lam and arriving at Sapa Lao Cai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 17m.

How far is it from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

The distance between Hanoi and Lào Cai is 295 km. The road distance is 285.6 km.

How do I travel from Hanoi to Lào Cai without a car?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Lào Cai without a car is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 .

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

The bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Lao Cai takes 5h 32m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Lào Cai bus from?

Hanoi to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Sao Viet, depart from Hanoi Hoan Kiem station.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Lào Cai train from?

Hanoi to Lào Cai train services, operated by Vietnam Railways, depart from Gia Lam station.

Train or bus from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Lào Cai is to bus which takes 5h 32m and costs $11.96 - $17.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8.15 - $16.30 and takes 7h 17m.

Where does the Hanoi to Lào Cai bus arrive?

Hanoi to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Sao Viet, arrive at Lao Cai station.

Where does the Hanoi to Lào Cai train arrive?

Hanoi to Lào Cai train services, operated by Vietnam Railways, arrive at Sapa Lao Cai station.

Can I drive from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi to Lào Cai is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 9m to drive from Hanoi to Lào Cai.

Where can I stay near Lào Cai?

There are 604+ hotels available in Lào Cai. Prices start at $23.50 per night.
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