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How to Travel from

Sapa to Luang Prabang

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Website:
vietnamairlines.com/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$140.67–$485.96

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.46–$345.29
Plane from Dien Bien Phu Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$153.46–$345.29

Bus operators

Sao Viet

Phone:
1900 6746
Website:
xesaoviet.com.vn/
Bus from Sapa to Hanoi
Ave. Duration:
5h 53m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$14.07–$20.46

Inter Bus Lines

Phone:
098587 3537
Website:
interbuslines.com/
Bus from Sapa to Hanoi
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$16.32

Viet Lao Bus

Phone:
+84 91 442 57 88
Website:
vietlaobus.com/vi/
Bus from Hanoi Old Quarter to Oudomxay
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.24–$43.48

HTX Van Tai 277

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/htx-van-tai-277?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjV8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgzZTYtYzhkOS03NDY1LWI5MjEtMGMyN2MxNzBiN2M3LA
Bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$58.97

Grouptour

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/grouptour?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjMsMjAyNTAzMTAwMDAwLDAxOTU4MGEzLTA5ZmYtNzYwNC05YTUxLWZmNDdhZGY3ZWRmYyw
Bus from Hanoi SSB to Luang
Ave. Duration:
26h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$58.83–$83.12

Sapa Express

Phone:
+84 2466821555
Website:
sapaexpress.com/en
Bus from Sapa to Noi
Ave. Duration:
6h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.46–$26.86

Luang Prabang Transport

Bus from Oudomxay to Luang
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.34

Train operators

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Hekou North to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.67–$20.46

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Kunming South to Luang
Ave. Duration:
7h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.74–$140.67

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang is to bus via Oudomxay Airport (ODY) which costs $31.52 - $70.65 and takes 22h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang is to bus and fly which takes 9h 4m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

Is there a direct bus between Sapa and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct bus from Sapa to Luang Prabang. However, there are services departing from Sapa and arriving at Luang Prabang Southern Terminal via Hanoi Old Quarter and Oudomxay. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 37m.

How far is it from Sapa to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Sapa and Luang Prabang is 708 km. The road distance is 572.1 km.

How do I travel from Sapa to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang without a car is to bus via Oudomxay Airport (ODY) which takes 22h 37m and costs $31.52 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 9h 4m to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sapa to Luang Prabang bus from?

Sapa to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sao Viet, depart from Sapa station.

Train or bus from Sapa to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Sapa to Luang Prabang is to train which takes 15h 55m and costs $34.78 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus via Oudomxay Airport (ODY), which costs $31.52 - $70.65 and takes 22h 37m.

Where does the Sapa to Luang Prabang bus arrive?

Sapa to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sao Viet, arrive at Hanoi Hoan Kiem station.

Can I drive from Sapa to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapa to Luang Prabang is 572 km. It takes approximately 10h 7m to drive from Sapa to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 311+ hotels available in Luang Prabang. Prices start at $17.68 per night.
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