Lao Cai to Ha Giang Bus

Q: What is the distance between Lao Cai and Ha Giang?

The distance between these two places is a total of 129 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Lao Cai and Ha Giang?

The average travel time between the stations is 06:45 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Lao Cai to Ha Giang?

The ticket prices begin from $12.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Lao Cai to Ha Giang?

The average number of daily departures is 37. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: Are all the buses direct on the route from Lao Cai to Ha Giang?

The majority of the buses are direct buses, and if there is a layover, you will see a notice on the website and there will be an icon indicating that there is a layover involved.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Lao Cai to Ha Giang?

All the buses have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

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Lao Cai to Ha Giang Route Summary

Lao Cai to Ha Giang bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 37 daily bus departures available, including %countNightTrains% night trains. The earliest bus departs from Lao Cai bus station at 07:00h, arriving at Ha Giang bus station at 13:25h the same day. While latest bus departs at 19:30h, arriving at 02:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Lao Cai, Vietnam

Arrival station and country Ha Giang, Vietnam

Travel Distance 129 mi

Average Trip Duration 06h 45min

Total Departures 37

Popular Operators Grouptour, Sapa Ethnic Travels

Lowest Price $12

Transportation Options Bus

Getting from Lao Cai and Ha Giang by bus

The shortest travel distance between Lao Cai and Ha Giang is 129 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 08:15 has a travel time of 05:30h. The longest travel time on the route is 08:00h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Ha Giang earlier, there are 6 night buses from Lao Cai to Ha Giang. The overnight buses depart between and 19:30 and arrive between 00:05 and 02:00 the same day.

Bus companies operating the Lao Cai to Ha Giang route

There is a total of 8 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have not been rated yet by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating this route.

5.7 Grouptour

Sapa Ethnic Travels

6.9 Quang Nghi

Xe Bang Phan

6.4 Luxury Van Limousine

4.4 Full Moon Party Tour

6.3 Sapa Discovery Travel

Vin Bus

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Lao Cai or Ha Giang bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Lao Cai

You can see information about the departure station and stops Lao Cai here

Ha Giang

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Ha Giang here

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $12 (One-Way) or $24 (Return).

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Other popular destinations from Lao Cai

If you're wondering what other destinations you can visit when traveling from Lao Cai, below are some of the most popular routes that other clients have purchased their tickets for:

Lao Cai - Hanoi

Lao Cai - Noi Bai (Airport)

Other popular destinations from Ha Giang

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Ha Giang, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:

Ha Giang - Ninh Binh

Ha Giang - Sapa

Ha Giang - Hanoi

Ha Giang - Noi Bai (Airport)

Ha Giang - Quang Ninh

Ha Giang - Dong Van