Lao Cai to Halong Bay Trip Overview

Halong Bay to Lao Cai
Price range
US$16-US$33
Ride Duration Range
8h 20m-10h 40m
Earliest Departure
22:30
Latest Departure
23:00
Most Popular Operator

Find up-to-date information on departure times, schedules, and prices so you can easily compare and book your tickets.

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About the ride from Lao Cai to Halong Bay

Lao Cai to Halong Bay Route Information

The only way to get from Lao Cai to Halong Bay is by Bus

The earliest departure leaves at 22:30 and has a duration of 9 hours.

The fastest way to travel is by bus, which takes approximately 8 hours 20 minutes.

Lao Cai to Halong Bay by bus

  • Starting Price: US$16
  • 301 departures a day, or 2107 departures a week

There are 15 travel classes for this journey, including: Sleeping, VIP, Express 45, VIP 20 Seats, First Class Sleeper Double Decker, VIP Cabin, VIP Sleeping, VIP Cabin 20, Sleeper VIP 24 Double, VIP 32 Sleeping, VIP 32 Seats, Single Cabin, VIP Luxury 22, Cabin 22 and Cabin 34.

Each bus ticket offers an individual seat with basic passenger necessities. Conditions and amenities vary by provider. For more detailed information and availability see all bus options.

Companies Operating from Lao Cai to Halong Bay

Average time

10h - 10h 40m

Average price

US$19 - US$22

Average time

9h 20m

Average price

US$24

Average time

8h 20m - 9h 20m

Average price

US$16 - US$26

Questions & Answers for Traveling from Lao Cai to Halong Bay

What is the most popular transportation service from Lao Cai to Halong Bay?

Bus stands out as the most popular transportation service between Lao Cai and Halong Bay by Grouptour

What is the fastest transportation service from Lao Cai to Halong Bay?

The fastest way to get from Lao Cai to Halong Bay is with Bus by Sapa Ethnic Travel, which takes approximately 8h 20m.

What is the cheapest transport option from Lao Cai and Halong Bay?

The cheapest way to travel from Lao Cai to Halong Bay is by Bus by Sapa Ethnic Travel, with prices starting at US$16.

Who are the service providers on this route?

The main service providers operating between Lao Cai and Halong Bay include

BUS:  Techbus VN JSC | Grouptour - obsolete | Full Moon Party | Daiichi Travel

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