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Sapa Culture Museum
Small local museum introducing Sa Pa history, ethnic cultures, traditional dress, tools, and the region's natural environment near the town center.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ha Long to Sa Pa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ha Long to Sa Pa will cost around $27 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $21.
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 15 buses from Ha Long to Sa Pa, including 15 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 368 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 8 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Ha Long to Sa Pa run on average 17 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $19 if you book in advance.
There are 17 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 228 miles (368 km) distance in 6h 50m.
Distance 228 miles (368 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 17 |
Fastest bus 6h 50m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Ha Long to Sa Pa.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Phúc Xuyên | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator Cường Phát Limousine | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 03:07PM | Duration 10h07 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator VXB_62604 | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Phúc Xuyên | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator HK BUSLINES | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Phúc Xuyên | Departure Time 10:55AM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Cường Phát Limousine | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 10:48PM | Duration 11h28 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Cuong Phat Limousine | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Cuong Phat Limousine | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Cường Phát Limousine | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 11:28PM | Duration 11h28 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator VXB_62604 | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator The New Way | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Green Bus (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator HK BUSLINES | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Phúc Xuyên | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 10:05PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Phúc Xuyên | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator SAPA ETHNIC TRAVEL CO.LTD | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 12:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator SAPA ETHNIC TRAVEL CO.LTD | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator The New Way | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00AM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Phúc Xuyên | Departure Time 08:55PM | Arrival Time 05:05AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator Green Bus (Quảng Ninh) | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator HK BUSLINES | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator The New Way | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50AM | Duration 6h50 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator SAPA ETHNIC TRAVEL CO.LTD | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator HK BUSLINES | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Phúc Xuyên | Departure Time 11:55PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Ha Long to Sa Pa buses for tomorrow, Monday, November 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Thăng Long Hà Nội Limousine | 5:30 AM Ha Long | 10h00 | 3:30 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phúc Xuyên | 6:55 AM Ha Long | 8h10 | 3:05 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
HK BUSLINES | 8:15 AM Ha Long | 8h15 | 4:30 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phúc Xuyên | 10:55 AM Ha Long | 8h10 | 7:05 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
CƯỜNG PHÁT LIMOUSINE | 11:20 AM Hạ Long | 11h28 | 10:48 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Cường Phát Limousine | 11:20 AM Ha Long | 8h30 | 7:50 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Cường Phát Limousine | 12:00 PM Ha Long | 8h30 | 8:30 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
CƯỜNG PHÁT LIMOUSINE | 12:00 PM Hạ Long | 11h28 | 11:28 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Thăng Long Hà Nội Limousine | 12:00 PM Ha Long | 10h00 | 10:00 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
HK BUSLINES | 12:15 PM Ha Long | 8h15 | 8:30 PM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SAPA ETHNIC TRAVEL CO.LTD | 6:30 PM Ha Long, Bai Chay Bus Station | 9h00 | 3:30 AM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
Phúc Xuyên | 8:55 PM Ha Long | 8h10 | 5:05 AM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
HK BUSLINES | 9:00 PM Ha Long | 8h15 | 5:15 AM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SAPA ETHNIC TRAVEL CO.LTD | 10:00 PM Ha Long, Bai Chay Bus Station | 9h00 | 7:00 AM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
HK BUSLINES | 10:30 PM Ha Long | 8h15 | 6:45 AM Sa Pa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Small local museum introducing Sa Pa history, ethnic cultures, traditional dress, tools, and the region's natural environment near the town center.
Exhibition space at Sun Plaza with mountain rail history, local culture displays, and visitor information before trips toward Fansipan.
Community craft and display space in Ta Phin showcasing Red Dao textiles, embroidery, and traditional techniques with direct support for artisans.
Central public square framed by the stone church and Sun Plaza. It is the main meeting point for events, strolling, and evening atmosphere.
Popular mountain village walk with terraced scenery, streams, and Hmong cultural stops. It is one of the easiest short excursions from town.
Broad mountain valley known for rice terraces, river views, and trekking between villages. A classic Sa Pa landscape for walks and photos.
A Red Dao herbal bath drink or tonic made from mountain herbs. It reflects local medicinal plant knowledge and highland wellness traditions around Sa Pa.
Black chicken simmered with medicinal herbs, often by Hmong or Dao cooks. The dark-skinned native chicken is prized for firm meat and rich mountain flavor.
Thang co is a traditional Hmong horse meat stew with organs and spices. It is a famous highland market dish strongly associated with ethnic communities in Sa Pa.
Refined restaurant serving Vietnamese and highland ingredients in an elegant setting inside Hotel de la Coupole.
Casual local favorite known for Sa Pa salmon, sturgeon, and hotpot in a busy traditional setting near the town center.
Established spot for grilled specialties, salmon, and northwest dishes. Comfortable atmosphere suited to groups and cold-weather dinners.
Budget-friendly versus most mountain tourist towns in Asia. Guesthouses, local meals, and short taxi rides are cheap; upscale resorts cost more but overall daily travel costs stay low.
Tipping is not expected but appreciated. Restaurants and cafes: round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Taxis: round up the fare; small tips for drivers or guides are welcome.
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Most Ha Long to Sa Pa buses use the Hạ Long to Sa Pá station pair. Use this guide to compare Ha Long and Sa Pa bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Hạ Long is 4 km from Ha Long city centre. Public transport options include:
Hạ Long has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Local food stalls and small restaurants nearby
Free Wi-Fi available. ATMs are aTM available at the station.
Ticket office support is available at Hạ Long.
Available at Hạ Long: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hạ Long: Wheelchair accessible.
Sa Pá has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small local food stalls and vendors near the station
ATMs are basic ATM services.
Ticket office support is available at Sa Pá.
Available at Sa Pá: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sa Pá: Ground level access.
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