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Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai Bus

Q: What is the distance between Noi Bai (Airport) and Lao Cai?

The distance between these two places is a total of 161 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Noi Bai (Airport) and Lao Cai?

The average travel time between the stations is 05:15 hours.

Q: What is the ticket price for the journey from Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai?

The ticket prices begin from $8.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai?

The average number of daily departures is 50. 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 Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai?

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 Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai?

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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Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai Route Summary

Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 72 daily bus departures available, including %countNightTrains% night trains. The earliest bus departs from Noi Bai (Airport) bus station at 00:00h, arriving at Lao Cai bus station at 05:00h the same day. While latest bus departs at 23:30h, arriving at 05:30h the following day.

Departure station and country Noi Bai (Airport), Vietnam

Arrival station and country Lao Cai, Vietnam

Travel Distance 161 mi

Average Trip Duration 05h 15min

Total Departures 72

Popular Operators Grouptour, Sapa Express

Lowest Price $8

Transportation Options Bus, Minivan

Getting from Noi Bai (Airport) and Lao Cai by bus

The shortest travel distance between Noi Bai (Airport) and Lao Cai is 161 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 08:05 has a travel time of 04:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:30h. 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 Lao Cai earlier, there are 28 night buses from Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai. The overnight buses depart between and 23:30 and arrive between 01:00 and 05:30 the same day.

Bus companies operating the Noi Bai (Airport) to Lao Cai 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.

6.2 Grouptour

Sapa Express

10 Sao Viet

6.4 Luxury Van Limousine

April Adventure Travel

6.3 Sapa Discovery Travel

King Express Bus

HK Buslines

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Noi Bai (Airport) or Lao Cai bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.

Noi Bai (Airport)

You can see information about the departure station and stops Noi Bai (Airport) here

Lao Cai

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

Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $8 (One-Way) or $16 (Return).

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