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Sao Viet Sleeper Bus: Hanoi to Sapa VIP Cabin Bus

Hanoi Sapa 6h 30m

At a glance

Sao Viet Sleeper Bus: Hanoi to Sapa VIP Cabin Bus is a bus transfer from Hanoi to Sapa, taking about 6h 30m. Departures at 10:30, 11:30, 12:30 and 13:30 and 11 more times. Seats cost $18–$30 across 3 seat classes. Book online at GoVietTour — pay now or pay later after confirmation.

Route
Hanoi → Sapa
Type
Bus
Duration
6h 30m
Departures
10:30 · 11:30 · 12:30 · 13:30 · 14:30 +10 more
From
$18
Seat classes
Single Cabin (Upper Berth), Single Cabin (Lower Berth), Double Cabin (Lower Berth)

Seat classes compared

Seat classPriceCapacity
Single Cabin (Upper Berth)$181
Single Cabin (Lower Berth)$211
Double Cabin (Lower Berth)$301

Prices and availability last checked on July 17, 2026.

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Frequently asked questions

About Sao Viet Sleeper Bus: Hanoi to Sapa VIP Cabin Bus.

What time do the buses leave and how long is the ride?

Departures run roughly hourly from 6:30 to 18:45, plus late-night sleepers at 22:00 and 23:00, and the ride takes about 5.5-6 hours for the roughly 300 km, depending on traffic and mountain road conditions. The 22:00-23:00 buses arrive in Sapa around 4:30-5:30, and your exact pick-up time is confirmed by email or WhatsApp after booking.

Is there a toilet on the bus?

Yes. Sao Viet is the only bus on the Hanoi-Sapa route with an onboard toilet, which is a real advantage on a 5.5-6 hour ride, especially on overnight departures when rest stops come at inconvenient hours.

What's the difference between the cabin types?

All cabins are 90 x 180 cm enclosed pods with a window and privacy curtain, comfortable if you're under 180 cm tall. A Single Cabin (Upper Berth) is $18, a Single Cabin (Lower Berth) is $21 with less sway on mountain curves and easier access, and the Double Cabin (Lower Berth) at $30 can be shared by two people. Your exact berth is assigned by the operator and can't be selected in advance.

Where does the bus pick up in Hanoi and drop off in Sapa?

Pick-up points are on Tran Nhat Duat Street in the Old Quarter, Giai Phong Street, Pham Van Dong Street, or at Noi Bai Airport (Domestic Arrivals Gate E5 or International Column 17, 1F, where a minivan shuttles you to the nearby Sao Viet office). In Sapa a minivan drops you at your hotel in town, or at the Sao Viet office by Sapa Market if you're staying further out. Be in your hotel lobby at least 15 minutes early, or 30 minutes if your pick-up point is outside the pick-up area.

How much luggage can I bring?

Up to 25 kg of checked luggage plus 1 small carry-on per person. Keep valuables with you in the cabin.

Do children travel free?

Children under 5 travel free when sharing a berth with a parent, with a limit of one child per adult berth.

What is the cancellation policy?

You get a 70% refund if you cancel more than 48 hours before departure, 50% between 24 and 48 hours, and no refund within 24 hours of departure. Separately, if you book less than 24 hours before departure and the operator can't confirm your seat, you receive a full refund.

Can I book now and pay later, and can I book a round trip?

Yes - you can book online and pay now or later; after booking the team confirms (usually within 24 hours) and coordinates payment by email or WhatsApp. Round trips are bookable too, with return buses leaving Sapa between 6:00 and 23:15.