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What is the best way to travel from Lào Cai to Hanoi?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Trains for the journey to Hanoi from Lào Cai. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 11 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Bus is the cheapest and fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Bus
4h 40m
$11
$13
198
Car
4h 45m
$17
$19
12
Train
7h 50m
$33
$82
4

What is the cheapest way to reach Hanoi from Lào Cai?

You can get to Hanoi with just $11 by taking a Bus from Sao Vang, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

today
from $11
tomorrow
from $12
Saturday
from $12
Sunday
from $12
Monday
Tuesday
from $12
Wednesday
from $11

    Cheapest Buses today

  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $11
  • Sao Viet
    6h 40m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    11:10 AM
    Hanoi
    Kim Đồng
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Interbus Lines
    5h 30m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Inter bus line station
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Cheapest Carpool today

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    9:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Cheapest Trains today

  • Sapaly Express Train
    7h 50m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:20 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    Sapaly Express Train
    First Class
    from $33
  • Chapa Express Train
    7h 50m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:20 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    Chapa Express Train
    First Class
    from $35
  • New Livitrans
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:30 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    New Livitrans
    Business
    from $104
  • Chapa Express Train
    8h 5m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:35 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    Chapa Express Train
    Business
    from $156

    Cheapest Buses tomorrow

  • Sao Viet
    5h 55m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    2:25 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Viet
    5h 55m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    3:25 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    9:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Cheapest Carpool tomorrow

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19

    Cheapest Buses Saturday

  • Sao Viet
    6h 40m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    11:10 AM
    Hanoi
    Kim Đồng
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Interbus Lines
    5h 30m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Inter bus line station
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Cheapest Carpool Saturday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19

    Cheapest Buses Sunday

  • Sao Viet
    6h 40m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    11:10 AM
    Hanoi
    Kim Đồng
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Interbus Lines
    5h 30m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Inter bus line station
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    2:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19

    Cheapest Buses Tuesday

  • Sao Viet
    6h 40m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    11:10 AM
    Hanoi
    Kim Đồng
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Viet
    6h 40m
    0
    5:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    12:10 PM
    Hanoi
    Kim Đồng
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    9:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Cheapest Carpool Tuesday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17

    Cheapest Buses Wednesday

  • Sao Viet
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    9:30 AM
    Hanoi
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $11
  • Vietnam Travel Bus
    6h 30m
    0
    12:25 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    6:55 AM
    Hanoi
    0
    Vietnam Travel Bus
    Economy
    $12
  • Interbus Lines
    6h 0m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    6:30 AM
    Hanoi
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Cheapest Carpool Wednesday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    11:15 AM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    5:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19

What are the fastest trips from Lào Cai to Hanoi?

You can get to Hanoi from Lào Cai in just 4h 40m with a Bus from Sao Vang. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

today
from 4h 40m
tomorrow
from 4h 40m
Saturday
from 4h 40m
Sunday
from 4h 40m
Monday
Tuesday
from 4h 40m
Wednesday
from 4h 40m

    Fastest Buses today

  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $11
  • Interbus Lines
    5h 30m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Inter bus line station
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Techbus VN JSC
    6h 0m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:25 PM
    Hanoi
    Nguyen Hoang
    0
    Techbus VN JSC
    Economy
    $18
  • Fastest Carpool today

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    5:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    9:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Fastest Trains today

  • Sapaly Express Train
    7h 50m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:20 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    Sapaly Express Train
    First Class
    from $33
  • Chapa Express Train
    7h 50m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:20 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    Chapa Express Train
    First Class
    from $35
  • New Livitrans
    8h 0m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:30 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    New Livitrans
    Business
    from $104
  • Chapa Express Train
    8h 5m
    0
    9:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Central Station
    5:35 AM
    Hanoi
    Central Station Ga Hà Nội
    0
    Chapa Express Train
    Business
    from $156

    Fastest Buses tomorrow

  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    9:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Viet
    5h 55m
    0
    8:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    2:25 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Viet
    5h 55m
    0
    9:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    3:25 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Fastest Carpool tomorrow

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19

    Fastest Buses Saturday

  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Interbus Lines
    5h 30m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Inter bus line station
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Techbus VN JSC
    6h 0m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:25 PM
    Hanoi
    Tbus Hanoi Station
    0
    Techbus VN JSC
    Economy
    $18
  • Fastest Carpool Saturday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19

    Fastest Buses Sunday

  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Interbus Lines
    5h 30m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 0m
    0
    7:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:00 PM
    Hanoi
    Inter bus line station
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Techbus VN JSC
    6h 0m
    0
    7:25 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    1:25 PM
    Hanoi
    Nguyen Hoang
    0
    Techbus VN JSC
    Economy
    $18
  • Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    10:00 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    2:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19

    Fastest Buses Tuesday

  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    5:15 PM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    9:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 20m
    0
    11:50 PM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    6:10 AM
    Hanoi
    Inter bus line station
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Sao Viet
    6h 40m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    11:10 AM
    Hanoi
    Kim Đồng
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $12
  • Fastest Carpool Tuesday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:30 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:45 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    7:30 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $17

    Fastest Buses Wednesday

  • Sao Vang
    4h 40m
    0
    9:15 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    1:55 PM
    Hanoi
    My Dinh Bus Station
    0
    Sao Vang
    First Class
    $12
  • Sao Viet
    5h 0m
    0
    4:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC
    9:30 AM
    Hanoi
    0
    Sao Viet
    First Class
    $11
  • Interbus Lines
    6h 0m
    0
    12:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    6:30 AM
    Hanoi
    0
    Interbus Lines
    Economy
    $12
  • Sapa Ethnic Travel
    6h 20m
    0
    12:50 AM
    Lào Cai
    Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop
    7:10 AM
    Hanoi
    0
    Sapa Ethnic Travel
    Business
    $16
  • Fastest Carpool Wednesday

  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    6:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    11:15 AM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    7:30 AM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    12:15 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    1:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    5:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
  • Phuc Lam Limousine
    4h 45m
    0
    2:00 PM
    Lào Cai
    Thạch Sơn
    6:45 PM
    Hanoi
    Sân Bay Nội Bài
    0
    Phuc Lam Limousine
    Premium Economy
    from $19
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Lào Cai to Hanoi

What are the most popular stations in Lào Cai and Hanoi?

In Lào Cai, you will usually depart from Sapa Dien Bien Phu Bus Stop, Lao Cai station - Giang Phong Hao Import Export JSC or Bảo Yên, while in Hanoi you will be arriving at Bac Co Parking, Chợ Gạo Street or Panda Hotel, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Hanoi from Lào Cai? With 10 connections between 11 Bus, Car and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Lào Cai and Hanoi, you can pay as low as $11 with a Bus from Sao Vang.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Sao Vang: you will get to Hanoi in just 4h 40m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Lào Cai and Hanoi are Phuc Lam Limousine, Sao Vang and Sao Viet, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Lào Cai and Hanoi is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Cốc San or to Nguyen Du, and look at flights from , and landing at Hanoi - Noi Bai Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Lào Cai to Hanoi?

The most popular companies between Lào Cai and Hanoi, are Phuc Lam Limousine, Sao Vang and Sao Viet. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Bus companies: Sao Vang, Sao Viet, Sapa Ethnic Travel and 3 more.

Train companies: Chapa Express Train, Sapaly Express Train and New Livitrans

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

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Lào Cai to Hanoi. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Lào Cai to Hanoi

How can I reach Hanoi from Lào Cai?

Every day, there are on average 10 connections between Bus, Car and Train, with which you can get to Hanoi from Lào Cai.

How far is Hanoi from Lào Cai?

The distance between Lào Cai and Hanoi is 156.9 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Lào Cai and Hanoi?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 7 kgs of CO2, a train 9 kgs, a car 43 kgs, and a flight 62 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Lào Cai to Hanoi?

You can get to Hanoi with just $11 by taking a Bus from Sao Vang.

What is the fastest way to get from Lào Cai to Hanoi?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Hanoi in just 4h 40m with a Bus from Sao Vang.

More routes to Lào Cai and to Hanoi

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Lào Cai and to Hanoi. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

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