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Two ways to Travel from Hanoi to Lai Châu

Composite routes from Hanoi to Lai Châu

Cheapest
4 h 23 min
Car
381 km.
from $20
Other
4 h 23 min
Rideshare
381 km.
from $14.49

Transport providers

Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Website:
vietnamairlines.com/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Dien
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$33.25–$89.52

Train operators

Vietnam Railways

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

Bus operators

The Anh

Bus from My Dinh bus station to Lai
Ave. Duration:
7h 40m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.15–$20.46

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Lai Châu?

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Lai Châu is to bus which costs $10.33 - $17.39 and takes 7h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Lai Châu?

The fastest way to get from Hanoi to Lai Châu is to drive which takes 4h 31m and costs $42.39 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi and Lai Châu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from My Dinh bus station station and arriving at Lai Châu. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 40m.

How far is it from Hanoi to Lai Châu?

The distance between Hanoi and Lai Châu is 375 km. The road distance is 379.9 km.

How do I travel from Hanoi to Lai Châu without a car?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Lai Châu without a car is to bus which takes 7h 40m and costs $10.33 - $17.39 .

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Lai Châu?

The bus from My Dinh bus station to Lai Châu takes 7h 40m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Lai Châu bus from?

Hanoi to Lai Châu bus services, operated by The Anh, depart from My Dinh bus station.

Where does the Hanoi to Lai Châu bus arrive?

Hanoi to Lai Châu bus services, operated by The Anh, arrive at Lai Châu station.

Can I drive from Hanoi to Lai Châu?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi to Lai Châu is 380 km. It takes approximately 4h 31m to drive from Hanoi to Lai Châu.

Where can I stay near Lai Châu?

There are eight+ hotels available in Lai Châu. Prices start at $10.57 per night.
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