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Provincial museum presenting archaeology, revolutionary history, and local culture. A practical introduction to Vĩnh Phúc for first-time visitors.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Sa Pa to Vĩnh Yên is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Sa Pa to Vĩnh Yên will cost around CHF 15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only CHF 12.
On Sun, Nov 08, we found 2 buses from Sa Pa to Vĩnh Yên, including 2 direct services.
On Sun, Nov 08 the direct buses cover the 214 km distance in an average of 5 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 10 m .
On Sun, Nov 08 the slowest buses will take 5 h 10 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 Sa Pa to Vĩnh Yên run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at CHF 19 if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:50, the last at 22:00. The fastest bus covers the 132 miles (214 km) distance in 5h 10m.
Distance 132 miles (214 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price CHF 19 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 5h 10m |
First bus 12:50 AM |
Last bus 10:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Sa Pa to Vĩnh Yên.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Kết Đoàn Travel | Departure Time 12:00AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF 12 |
Operator Kết Đoàn Travel | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator Kết Đoàn Travel | Departure Time 01:01PM | Arrival Time 06:11PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator Kết Đoàn Travel | Departure Time 02:31PM | Arrival Time 07:41PM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price CHF 17 |
Operator Kết Đoàn Travel | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator Kết Đoàn Travel | Departure Time 09:31PM | Arrival Time 02:41AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
Operator Kết Đoàn Travel | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 03:10AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price CHF 20 |
The table below shows live departures for Sa Pa to Vĩnh Yên buses for today, Saturday, November 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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Kết Đoàn Travel | 1:00 PM Sa Pa | 5h10 | 6:10 PM Vĩnh Yên | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kết Đoàn Travel | 1:01 PM Sa Pa | 5h10 | 6:11 PM Vĩnh Yên | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kết Đoàn Travel | 9:30 PM Sa Pa | 5h10 | 2:40 AM Vĩnh Yên | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kết Đoàn Travel | 9:31 PM Sa Pa | 5h10 | 2:41 AM Vĩnh Yên | 0 transfersDirect | |
Kết Đoàn Travel | 10:00 PM Sa Pa | 5h10 | 3:10 AM Vĩnh Yên | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:00 AM Sa Pa | 5h10 | 5:10 AM Vĩnh Yên | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Provincial museum presenting archaeology, revolutionary history, and local culture. A practical introduction to Vĩnh Phúc for first-time visitors.
Museum-style memorial house preserving documents and displays about a key Vietnamese political figure. Suitable for visitors interested in modern national history.
Local exhibition space that hosts rotating cultural and art displays tied to provincial events. Worth checking when seasonal programs are running.
Scenic mountain town area above Vĩnh Yên known for cool air, lookout points, and walking routes. A strong choice for combining views with short nature stops.
Popular lakeside recreation area with walking paths, lawns, and views across Đầm Vạc. Ideal for sunset strolls and a relaxed break near the city center.
Pilgrim and sightseeing area in forested hills west of Vĩnh Yên. Visitors come for temples, cable car access, and peaceful mountain scenery.
Rustic sour fish soup from Tam Đảo area, cooked with local stream fish, pickled greens, tomatoes, and herbs. It reflects Vĩnh Phúc mountain cooking.
Tender hill chicken from Tam Đảo, often grilled or steamed with lime leaves. It is prized for firm meat and the cool mountain farming conditions.
Freshwater chayote shoots stir-fried with garlic, a Tam Đảo specialty grown in the cool climate. Crisp texture and clean flavor make it a local staple.
Casual local restaurant known for Tam Đảo hill chicken and northern Vietnamese dishes in a straightforward family-style setting.
Established venue serving seafood and Vietnamese banquet dishes, popular for group meals and private dining in a polished setting.
Hotel dining venue offering Vietnamese and regional dishes in a more upscale environment suitable for visitors staying centrally.
Budget-friendly for Vietnam. Local meals, basic hotels, and short taxi rides are low cost; upscale dining and international hotels are limited but still moderate versus major cities.
Tipping is not expected. You can round up small bills in cafes and taxis, or leave 5-10% at restaurants for very good service.
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