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Which bus from Hanoi to Lào Cai is the best?

Check the bus schedule for Hanoi to Lào Cai. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Interbus Lines, Daily Limousine or Sapa Ethnic Travel. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.

today
tomorrow
£9
Sunday
£9
Monday
£12
Tuesday
£9
Wednesday
£9
Thursday
£9

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Interbus Lines 5h 30m 07:00 Hanoi Sân Bay Nội Bài 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  First Class £9
Sao Vang 4h 30m 09:30 Hanoi My Dinh Bus Station 14:00 Lào Cai Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC  Business £10
Sapa Ethnic Travel 6h 40m 00:30 Hanoi Hyundai Long Bien 07:10 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £12
Daily Limousine 6h 0m 06:30 Hanoi Opera House 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14
TBus 6h 0m 07:00 Hanoi Tbus Hanoi Station 13:00 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14

Cheapest bus trips Sunday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Interbus Lines 5h 30m 07:00 Hanoi Sân Bay Nội Bài 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  First Class £9
Sao Vang 4h 30m 09:30 Hanoi My Dinh Bus Station 14:00 Lào Cai Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC  Business £10
Sapa Ethnic Travel 6h 40m 00:30 Hanoi Hyundai Long Bien 07:10 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £12
Daily Limousine 6h 0m 06:30 Hanoi Opera House 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14
TBus 6h 0m 07:00 Hanoi Go Asia 13:00 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14

Cheapest bus trips Monday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Sapa Ethnic Travel 6h 40m 00:30 Hanoi Hyundai Long Bien 07:10 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £12
Sapa Ethnic Travel 6h 40m 00:40 Hanoi Hyundai Long Bien 07:20 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £12
Daily Limousine 6h 0m 06:30 Hanoi Opera House 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14
Daily Limousine 6h 0m 14:00 Hanoi Opera House 20:00 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14
Interbus Lines 5h 30m 07:00 Hanoi Sân Bay Nội Bài 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £15
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      7h 50m
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      07:10
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      23 Hàng Tre Bus Stop
      13:10
      Sa Pá
      Sapa Public Bus Station
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      12Go Asia
      Business
      £7
      • Waiting Time 0h 20m
    • Distribusion
      1h 30m
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      13:30
      Sa Pá
      Sapa Public Bus Station
      15:00
      Lào Cai
      Bến Xe Trung Tâm
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      Economy
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Cheapest bus trips Tuesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Interbus Lines 5h 30m 07:00 Hanoi Sân Bay Nội Bài 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  First Class £9
Sao Vang 4h 30m 09:30 Hanoi My Dinh Bus Station 14:00 Lào Cai Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC  Business £10
Sapa Ethnic Travel 6h 40m 00:30 Hanoi Hyundai Long Bien 07:10 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £13
Daily Limousine 6h 0m 06:30 Hanoi Opera House 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14
TBus 6h 0m 07:00 Hanoi Go Asia 13:00 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Interbus Lines 5h 30m 07:00 Hanoi Sân Bay Nội Bài 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  First Class £9
Sao Vang 4h 30m 09:30 Hanoi My Dinh Bus Station 14:00 Lào Cai Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC  Business £10
Sapa Ethnic Travel 6h 40m 00:30 Hanoi Hyundai Long Bien 07:10 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £12
Daily Limousine 6h 0m 06:30 Hanoi Opera House 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14
TBus 6h 0m 07:00 Hanoi Go Asia 13:00 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14

Cheapest bus trips Thursday

Mode of Transport BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName Duration Departure time From Departure Arrival time To Destination Logo Seat classes Price
Interbus Lines 5h 30m 07:00 Hanoi Sân Bay Nội Bài 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  First Class £9
Sao Vang 4h 30m 09:30 Hanoi My Dinh Bus Station 14:00 Lào Cai Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC  Business £10
Sapa Ethnic Travel 6h 40m 00:30 Hanoi Hyundai Long Bien 07:10 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £12
Daily Limousine 6h 0m 06:30 Hanoi Opera House 12:30 Lào Cai Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop  Business £14
Phuc Lam Limousine 5h 30m 06:00 Hanoi Trần Quang Khải 11:30 Lào Cai Thạch Sơn  Economy £15

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Hanoi to Lào Cai is £6 on 24/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.


What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Hanoi and Lào Cai?

Here is the frequency of all coach connections from Hanoi to Lào Cai. See on which day of the week you have more travel options and what time you have more bus trips to choose from.
Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 31 daily coaches from Hanoi to Lào Cai. Monday has instead the fewest connections, with only 11 daily coaches between Hanoi and Lào Cai.
The busiest time of the day is the Morning, with 61 coaches from Hanoi to Lào Cai, while Night sees the fewest connections between Hanoi and Lào Cai, with 12 offers.

All facts for Hanoi to Lào Cai bus at a glance

Compare all coach operators like Interbus Lines, Daily Limousine and Sapa Ethnic Travel that travel daily 25 times by bus from Hanoi to Lào Cai in one click. Book your Hanoi to Lào Cai bus ticket starting from £6!

Cheapest Bus £6
Fastest Bus 4h 30m
Earliest Coach 00:30
Latest Coach 23:40
Daily Bus Connections 25 Ø
Distance 252.4 km
Coach Companies Interbus Lines, Daily Limousine, Sapa Ethnic Travel, TBus, Sao Vang, Phuc Lam Limousine and King Sapa Train

What are the cheapest coach tickets from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

Every day, 25 buses from 7 coach companies leave Hanoi for Lào Cai. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday 01/12
Tuesday 02/12
Wednesday 03/12
Thursday 04/12
Friday 05/12
Saturday 06/12
£9
Sunday 07/12
£8
Monday 08/12
£7
Tuesday 09/12
£9
Wednesday 10/12
£7
Thursday 11/12
£7
Friday 12/12
£7
Saturday 13/12
£7
Sunday 14/12
Monday 15/12
£7
Tuesday 16/12
£6
Wednesday 17/12
£9
Thursday 18/12
£7
Friday 19/12
£6
Saturday 20/12
£7
Sunday 21/12
Monday 22/12
£7
Tuesday 23/12
£7
Wednesday 24/12
£6
Thursday 25/12
£9
Friday 26/12
£7
Saturday 27/12
£6
Sunday 28/12

The cheapest time to travel from Hanoi to Lào Cai

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Hanoi to Lào Cai, for the next 30 days.
With a price starting from £6, Wednesday is the cheapest day for a coach from Hanoi to Lào Cai. Monday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £7.
Night is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Hanoi to Lào Cai, with £6. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £9.

How to save money travelling from Hanoi to Lào Cai

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.

Book the ticket from Hanoi to Lào Cai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Hanoi to Lào Cai, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Hanoi to Lào Cai are also emptier.

Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.

All bus stations and stops in Hanoi and Lào Cai

Here is a map with all coach stations in Hanoi and Lào Cai. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.

All you need to know when you travel by bus from Hanoi to Lào Cai

Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Hanoi to Lào Cai. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.

FAQs for Hanoi to Lào Cai bus

How much does a Hanoi Lào Cai coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Hanoi Lào Cai bus trip is available from £6 and takes 5h 30m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

This connection is offered by 7 companies with ticket prices ranging from £6 to £15. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Lào Cai.

How many connections are available for the Hanoi Lào Cai route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Hanoi to Lào Cai is offered by roughly 25 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Lào Cai from Hanoi take?

The quickest coach from Hanoi to Lào Cai is provided by Sao Vang and takes 4h 30m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £10. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

The earliest bus to Lào Cai departs from Hanoi at 00:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Hanoi to Lào Cai?

The latest bus to Lào Cai departs from Hanoi at 23:40. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Hanoi Lào Cai route?

Passengers looking to travel from Hanoi to Lào Cai can travel with Interbus Lines, Daily Limousine and Sapa Ethnic Travel. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi and Lào Cai?

You can check all the direct connections between Hanoi and Lào Cai by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Interbus Lines, Daily Limousine and Sapa Ethnic Travel.

What can I take with me on the bus to Lào Cai from Hanoi?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Hanoi Lào Cai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Hanoi Lào Cai bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Hanoi to Lào Cai on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Hanoi to Lào Cai

Economy
Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

Business
Business

Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.

First Class
First

Best of the best: you will find the most comfortable accommodation to work or relax during your travel.

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