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How to get fromHanoi to Lao Chảiby bus, train, taxi, or car

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There are 4 ways to get from Hanoi to Lao Chải by bus, train, taxi, or car

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  1. Bus

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    1. Take the bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Sapabus bus
    6h 9m
    $18–23

  2. Train, taxi

    1. Take the train from Hanoi Gia Lam Station to Pho Lutrain train
    2. Take the taxi from Pho Lu to Lao Chảitaxi taxi
    7h 15m
    $39–64

  3. Drive 304.6 km

    1. Drive from Hanoi to Lao Chảicar car 304.6 km
    4h
    $36–52

  4. Bus via Noi Bai International Airport

    1. Take the bus from Noi Bai International Airport to HK Buslines, Sapabus bus
    6h 39m
    $22–23

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Hanoi to Lao Chải.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 317.6 km
  • Duration: 6h 9m

What companies run services between Hanoi, Vietnam and Lao Chải, Vietnam?

Sao Viet operates a bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Sapa hourly. Tickets cost $13–18 and the journey takes 6h.

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