How long is the train ride from Hanoi to Sapa?

Hanoi to Sapa travel time By bus, the trip from Hanoi to Sapa takes approximately 5.5 to 6 hours. By train, the journey from Hanoi to Lao Cai (the nearest railway station 35 kilometres or 22 miles from Sapa) takes 8 hours and 5 minutes.

Is it safe to travel to Sapa alone?

Why Sapa is Great for a Solo Female Traveller The journey is safe as you will not be travelling alone on the train. Many (solo) travellers make their way to Sapa via train as it is the most reliable option. The journey to Sapa is quite simple.

How long is the bus to Sapa?

Travel by bus from Hanoi to Sapa takes about 5.5-6 hours. It is good to know that sometimes the buses may be delayed. The most fastest are vans or minibuses (or private taxi).

Which is the best overnight train from Hanoi to Sapa?

What is the best train from Hanoi to Sapa? The best train from Hanoi to Sapa (Lao Cai Railway Station) is Victoria Express Train. There are sleeper 4-berth (Superior) or sleeper 2-berth (Deluxe) cabins.

How do I get from Hanoi to SaPa by train?

There are two sleeper trains that depart from Hanoi daily at 21:35 and 22:00 and they arrive in Lao Cai at 05:30 and 6:05 respectively. Since you will arrive in the early morning in SaPa, you can still join a day tour on the day of arrival. The total journey from Hanoi to Sapa will take about 9 hours.

How do I get from Hanoi to Halong Bay?

There are various ways how you can reach Halong Bay from Hanoi – bus, minivan, train, taxi or seaplane. The best and most popular option is to travel by bus or minivan from Hanoi to Ha Long town. Travel by bus to Halong Bay from Hanoi takes about 2.5-4 hours and bus tickets cost about $4.40-23/pp.

What is the best month to visit Sapa?

The best time to visit Sapa is from March to May and from September to November. At these times, the weather is relatively stable with sunny days and cool nights. The first period is the fall time. At this time of the year, the weather is very comfortable for tourism.

Is Sapa expensive?

Lovely as it is, Sapa is a bit more expensive than Hanoi or most of the rest of Vietnam. Food and drink are a little pricier than in Hanoi, and many of the restaurants lining the main tourist street will seem quite expensive if you are used to things in the capital.

What is the best time to visit Sapa?

How many days should I spend in Sapa?

Two days in Sapa should be the bare minimum, and we’ve come up with a way to perfectly even out your days while taking in a sizeable portion of what Sapa has to offer.

How much is a taxi from Hanoi to Halong Bay?

Taxis at Hanoi airport use a taximeter to calculate their fares based on the time and distance travelled. A journey from HAN airport to Halong Bay costs around €50 (1,337,500 VND), traffic dependant. Moreover, if you wish to use the Express highway, the toll is payable by the customer.