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How to Travel from

Sapa to Chiang Mai

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Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.94–$115.10

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.71–$179.04

Ruili Airlines

Website:
rlair.net/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.92–$319.71

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

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$15.35–$42.20

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

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

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Sapa to Chiang Mai is to bus and fly which costs $54.35 - $152.17 and takes 10h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sapa to Chiang Mai is to bus and fly which takes 10h 10m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Sapa and Chiang Mai?

No, there is no direct bus from Sapa to Chiang Mai. However, there are services departing from Sapa and arriving at Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal via Hanoi Old Quarter, Oudomxay and Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 37m.

How far is it from Sapa to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Sapa and Chiang Mai is 1064 km. The road distance is 1189.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Sapa to Chiang Mai without a car is to bus via Oudomxay Airport (ODY) which takes 41h 37m and costs $44.57 - $108.70 .

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

It takes approximately 10h 10m to get from Sapa to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

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

Sapa to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Sao Viet, depart from Sapa station.

Where does the Sapa to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapa to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapa to Chiang Mai is 1189 km. It takes approximately 16h 3m to drive from Sapa to Chiang Mai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

There are 2755+ hotels available in Chiang Mai. Prices start at $29.15 per night.
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