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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Hạ Long to Lào Cai

Cheapest
4 h 27 min
Car
430 km.
from $23
Other
11 h 1 min
358 km.
from $68.87
6 h 37 min
Plane, Bus
358 km.
from $557.37
10 h 27 min
Bus, Plane
357 km.
from $130.29

Transport providers

Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Website:
vietnamairlines.com/
Plane from Cat Bi International Airport to Noi
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.38–$230.19

Vietjet Air

Website:
vietjetair.com/Sites/Web/en-US/Home
Plane from Cat Bi International Airport to Noi
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$95.91–$281.34

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Cat Bi International Airport to Noi
Ave. Duration:
7h 15m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$95.91–$242.98

Bamboo Airways

Website:
bambooairways.com/global-en/
Plane from Cat Bi International Airport to Noi
Ave. Duration:
8h 50m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.52–$332.50

Train operators

Vietnam Railways

Phone:
19006469
Email:
Website:
dsvn.vn
Train from Hai Phong to Gia
Ave. Duration:
2h 7m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$4.09–$14.07
Train from Gia Lam to Sapa
Ave. Duration:
7h 17m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$9.59–$19.18

Bus operators

Sao Viet

Phone:
1900 6746
Email:
Website:
xesaoviet.com.vn/
Bus from Hanoi Airport to Lao
Ave. Duration:
4h 59m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.79–$20.46

Phuc Xuyen

Phone:
033. 3 663 366
Website:
phucxuyen.com.vn/
Bus from Ha Long Bai Chay Bus Station to SaPa
Ave. Duration:
8h 13m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.40

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai?

The cheapest way to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai is to bus which costs $18.48 - $30.43 and takes 9h 48m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai?

The fastest way to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai is to drive which takes 4h 56m and costs $50 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Hạ Long and Lào Cai?

No, there is no direct bus from Hạ Long station to Lào Cai. However, there are services departing from Ha Long Bai Chay Bus Station and arriving at Lao Cai via Sapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 48m.

How far is it from Hạ Long to Lào Cai?

The distance between Hạ Long and Lào Cai is 501 km. The road distance is 440.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai without a car is to bus which takes 9h 48m and costs $18.48 - $30.43 .

How long does it take to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai?

It takes approximately 9h 48m to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hạ Long to Lào Cai bus from?

Hạ Long to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Phuc Xuyen, depart from Ha Long Bai Chay Bus Station.

Train or bus from Hạ Long to Lào Cai?

The best way to get from Hạ Long to Lào Cai is to bus which takes 9h 48m and costs $18.48 - $30.43 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $38.04 - $65.22 and takes 11h 1m.

Where does the Hạ Long to Lào Cai bus arrive?

Hạ Long to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Phuc Xuyen, arrive at SaPa Phuc Xuyen Bus Office station.

Can I drive from Hạ Long to Lào Cai?

Yes, the driving distance between Hạ Long to Lào Cai is 440 km. It takes approximately 4h 56m to drive from Hạ Long 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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