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

The cheapest way to get from Vang Vieng to Sapa is to bus and train which costs $40 - $90 and takes 36h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vang Vieng to Sapa is to bus and fly and drive which takes 10h 22m and costs $140 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Vang Vieng and Sapa?

No, there is no direct bus from Vang Vieng to Sapa. However, there are services departing from Vang Vieng Laos and arriving at Sapa via Vientiane - Southern Bus Station, Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station and Hanoi Hoan Kiem. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 28m.

How far is it from Vang Vieng to Sapa?

The distance between Vang Vieng and Sapa is 826 km. The road distance is 747.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Vang Vieng to Sapa without a car is to bus which takes 34h 23m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 10h 37m to get from Vang Vieng to Sapa, including transfers.

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

Vang Vieng to Sapa bus services, operated by Soutchai Travel, depart from Vang Vieng Laos station.

Where does the Vang Vieng to Sapa bus arrive?

Vang Vieng to Sapa bus services, operated by Soutchai Travel, arrive at Vientiane station.

Can I drive from Vang Vieng to Sapa?

Yes, the driving distance between Vang Vieng to Sapa is 747 km. It takes approximately 12h 8m to drive from Vang Vieng to Sapa.

Where can I stay near Sapa?

There are 689+ hotels available in Sapa.

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

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

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

Train to Luang Prabang International Airport, fly to Noi Bai International Airport, bus
best
1. Take the train from Van Vieng station to Luang Prabang station
2. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)LPQ - HAN
3. Take the bus from Hanoi Airport to Sapa
10h 37m
$94–264
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng to Hanoi
2. Take the train from Ha Noi to Sapa Lao Cai
36h 56m
$40–87
Train, drive
1. Take the train from Van Vieng station to Kunming South
2. Take the train from Kunming Station to Hekou North
3. Drive from Hekou North to Sapa
18h 22m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng to Hanoi
2. Take the bus from Hanoi Airport to Sapa
34h 23m
$43–92
Drive 747.1 km
1. Drive from Vang Vieng to Sapa747.1 km
12h 8m
$134–194
Bus to Wattay International Airport, fly to Noi Bai International Airport, bus
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientiane
2. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)VTE - HAN
3. Take the bus from Hanoi Airport to Sapa
12h
$141–231
Bus to Wattay International Airport, fly to Sam Neua, drive
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientiane
2. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Sam Neua (NEU)VTE - NEU
3. Drive from Sam Neua (NEU) to Sapa
10h 22m
$140–205
Bus via Vientiane
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientiane
2. Take the bus from Vientiane - Southern Bus Station to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Sapa
34h 28m
$52–87

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

19Weekly Planes

1h 6mAverage Duration

$66Cheapest Price

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Distance: 826 km
Duration: 10h 37m

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

You can take a vehicle from Vang Vieng to Sapa via Vang Vieng, Hanoi, Hanoi Old Quarter, Long Bien Bus Station, Noi Bai Airport, and Hanoi Airport in around 34h 23m.

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