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Going from the mountains of Sapa to Hai Phong takes you from the far north-west down to the Red River Delta. Hai Phong is also the jumping-off point for Cat Ba Island and Lan Ha Bay. You can compare the options and book on GoAsia.cc.
Sapa to Hai Phong by Bus
On booking platforms, buses from Sapa to Hai Phong cost about $15 to $36 and take 8 hours to 12 hours 30 minutes (October 2026).[1] The platforms list both daytime and overnight departures, including sleeper, VIP and cabin buses, some combined with a ferry.[1] Overnight departures are listed between about 20:40 and 23:00.[1]
If you are heading on to Cat Ba Island, platforms also list combined bus-and-boat tickets from Sapa to Cat Ba at about $22 to $33, taking 9 to 12 hours.[1]
Sapa to Hai Phong by Private Transfer
A private transfer is the fastest option and gives you door-to-door service. On booking platforms, private cars and vans are listed at about $184 to $337 per vehicle and take 7 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 50 minutes (October 2026).[1] Vehicle options range from 3-seat sedans to 14-seat minibuses.[1]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration |
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| Bus | $15 - $36 | 8h - 12h 30m[1] |
| Private Transfer | $184 - $337 | 7h 10m - 7h 50m[1] |
Tips for Traveling from Sapa to Hai Phong
- Choose Day or Night: Overnight buses save a night of accommodation, while daytime buses let you see the road. Check the departure time before you book.
- Check the Drop-off Point: Some services include a ferry or end at a different stop than the city center. Confirm the arrival point with the operator, especially if you need to connect to a boat or the airport.
- Book Ahead: Book your seat in advance, particularly for a specific cabin type.
Timetable
| Bus Sapa - Hai Phong $ 14.90–35.80 8h – 12h 30m | |
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| Taxi Sapa - Hai Phong $ 182.77–335.29 7h 10m – 7h 50m | |
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| Bus Sapa - Dao Cat Ba $ 22.05–32.63 9h – 12h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Sapa to Hai Phong, including current prices and schedules.
The bus is the cheapest way. Booking platforms list tickets from about $15 (October 2026).
A private transfer is the fastest option, listed at 7 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 50 minutes. It costs about $184 to $337 per vehicle.
Private transfers take about 7 hours 10 minutes to 7 hours 50 minutes, and buses take 8 hours to 12 hours 30 minutes.
Yes. Booking platforms list overnight sleeper, VIP and cabin buses departing between about 20:40 and 23:00.
Yes. Booking platforms list combined bus and boat tickets from Sapa to Cat Ba Island, taking about 9 to 12 hours.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Sapa to Hai Phong. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.