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How to Travel from

Chiang Mai to Sapa

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Transport providers

Airlines

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Noi
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$152.17

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Noi
Ave. Duration:
3h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$228.26–$760.87

Bus operators

Sao Viet

Phone:
1900 6746
Website:
xesaoviet.com.vn/
Bus from Hanoi Airport to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
5h 27m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39
Bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$11.96–$17.39

Inter Bus Lines

Phone:
098587 3537
Website:
interbuslines.com/
Bus from Hanoi Airport to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$13.87

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$11.96

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Luang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$11.96–$35.87

Viet Lao Bus

Phone:
+84 91 442 57 88
Website:
vietlaobus.com/vi/
Bus from Oudomxay to Hanoi
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$4.46–$36.96

Local Bus Thailand

Bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$1.90

HTX Van Tai 277

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/htx-van-tai-277?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjV8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgzZTYtYzhkOS03NDY1LWI5MjEtMGMyN2MxNzBiN2M3LA
Bus from Luang Prabang - Naluang Station to Ha
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$50.12

Naluang

Phone:
856071212979
Bus from Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal to Hanoi
Ave. Duration:
26h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$60.92

Huay Xai Transport

Bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Oudomxay
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$3.63

Sapa Express

Phone:
+84 2466821555
Website:
sapaexpress.com/en
Bus from Hang Thung Hanoi to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.39–$22.83

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Sapa?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Sapa is to bus and Local Bus which costs $31.52 - $81.52 and takes 29h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Sapa?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Sapa is to fly and bus which takes 9h 31m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Sapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Sapa. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal and arriving at Sapa via Luang Prabang - Naluang Station, Nuoc Ngam Bus Station and Hanoi Hoan Kiem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 4h.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Sapa?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Sapa is 1064 km. The road distance is 1175 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Sapa without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Sapa without a car is to bus via Hanoi which takes 2 days 4h and costs $70.65 - $103.26 .

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Sapa?

It takes approximately 9h 31m to get from Chiang Mai to Sapa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Sapa bus from?

Chiang Mai to Sapa bus services, operated by The Transport Company, depart from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Sapa bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Sapa bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Sapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Sapa is 1175 km. It takes approximately 16h 4m to drive from Chiang Mai to Sapa.

Where can I stay near Sapa?

There are 611+ hotels available in Sapa. Prices start at $23.50 per night.
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