What is the cheapest way to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng?

The cheapest way to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng is to bus which costs $50 - $90 and takes 34h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng?

The fastest way to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng is to drive and fly and bus which takes 10h 24m and costs $130 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Sapa and Vang Vieng?

No, there is no direct bus from Sapa to Vang Vieng. However, there are services departing from Sapa and arriving at Vang Vieng Laos via Hanoi Old Quarter, Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station and Vientiane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 36m.

How far is it from Sapa to Vang Vieng?

The distance between Sapa and Vang Vieng is 1334 km. The road distance is 747.1 km.

How do I travel from Sapa to Vang Vieng without a car?

The best way to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng without a car is to bus which takes 34h 36m and costs $50 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng?

It takes approximately 16h 34m to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sapa to Vang Vieng bus from?

Sapa to Vang Vieng bus services, operated by Sao Viet, depart from Sapa station.

Train or bus from Sapa to Vang Vieng?

The best way to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng is to train which takes 16h 34m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $50 - $90 and takes 34h 36m.

Where does the Sapa to Vang Vieng bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sapa to Vang Vieng?

Yes, the driving distance between Sapa to Vang Vieng is 747 km. It takes approximately 12h 9m to drive from Sapa to Vang Vieng.

Where can I stay near Vang Vieng?

There are 179+ hotels available in Vang Vieng.

Sapa to Vang Vieng - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Sapa to Vang Vieng by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Hekou North to KunmingHekou North
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Van Vieng station
16h 34m
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Sapa Lao Cai to Ha Noi
2. Take the bus from Hanoi to Vang Vieng
35h 52m
$39–99
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sapa to Hanoi Hoan Kiem
2. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng Laos
34h 36m
$54–85
Drive 747.1 km
1. Drive from Sapa to Vang Vieng747.1 km
12h 9m
$134–194
Bus to Noi Bai International Airport, fly to Luang Prabang International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Sapa to Hanoi Airport
2. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)HAN - LPQ
3. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Van Vieng station
11h 4m
$99–254
Bus via Luang Prabang
1. Take the bus from Sapa to Noi Bai International Airport
2. Take the bus from Hanoi SSB to Luang Prabang Southern Station
3. Take the bus from Naluang Bus Station to Vang Vieng Bus Terminal
40h 39m
$101–125
Bus to Noi Bai International Airport, fly to Wattay International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Sapa to Hanoi Airport
2. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)HAN - VTE
3. Take the bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng Laos
12h 27m
$131–211
Drive to Sam Neua, fly to Wattay International Airport, bus
1. Drive from Sapa to Sam Neua (NEU)
2. Fly from Sam Neua (NEU) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)NEU - VTE
3. Take the bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng Laos
10h 24m
$139–207

Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) flights

19Weekly Planes

1h 8mAverage Duration

$67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,333.7 km
Duration: 16h 34m

What companies run services between Sapa, Vietnam and Vang Vieng, Laos?

You can take a vehicle from Sapa to Vang Vieng via Hekou North, Kunming, Kunming Station, Kunming South, and Van Vieng station in around 16h 34m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sapa to Vang Vieng Laos via Hanoi Hoan Kiem, Hanoi Old Quarter, Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station, and Vientiane in around 34h 36m.

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