What is the cheapest way to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai?

The cheapest way to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai is to drive which costs $21 - $35 and takes 3h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai?

The fastest way to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai is to drive which takes 3h 1m and costs $21 - $35.

Is there a direct bus between Hà Giang and Lào Cai?

No, there is no direct bus from Hà Giang to Lào Cai. However, there are services departing from Ha Giang and arriving at Lao Cai via Sapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 24m.

How far is it from Hà Giang to Lào Cai?

The distance between Hà Giang and Lào Cai is 247 km. The road distance is 180.4 km.

How do I travel from Hà Giang to Lào Cai without a car?

The best way to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai without a car is to bus which takes 7h 24m and costs $15 - $40.

How long does it take to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai?

It takes approximately 7h 24m to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hà Giang to Lào Cai bus from?

Hà Giang to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Sapa Ethnic Travel, depart from Ha Giang station.

Where does the Hà Giang to Lào Cai bus arrive?

Hà Giang to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Sapa Ethnic Travel, arrive at Sapa station.

Can I drive from Hà Giang to Lào Cai?

Yes, the driving distance between Hà Giang to Lào Cai is 180 km. It takes approximately 3h 1m to drive from Hà Giang to Lào Cai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hà Giang to Lào Cai?

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Where can I stay near Lào Cai?

There are 743+ hotels available in Lào Cai.

Hà Giang to Lào Cai - 3 ways to travel via bus, car, and taxi

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There are 3 ways to get from Hà Giang to Lào Cai by bus, car, or taxi

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Ha Giang to Sapabus
7h 24m
$15–39
Drive 180.4 km
1. Drive from Hà Giang to Lào Caicar 180.4 km
3h 1m
$21–31
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Hà Giang to Lào Caitaxi 180.4 km
3h 1m
$100–130

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Distance: 246.8 km
Duration: 7h 24m

What companies run services between Hà Giang, Vietnam and Lào Cai, Vietnam?

Sapa Ethnic Travel operates a bus from Ha Giang to Sapa hourly. Tickets cost $14–25 and the journey takes 6h.

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