How to Travel to
Ha Giang by Bus
Planning a trip to Ha Giang, Vietnam’s stunning northern region known for its breathtaking landscapes and thrilling motorbike loops? The journey to Ha Giang from popular travel hubs like Hanoi, Cat Ba, Sapa, Ninh Binh, and Ha Long is easier than you think, thanks to a variety of bus services available. Here’s a comprehensive guide to help you travel to Ha Giang by bus from these key destinations.
Which kind of bus
should you choose?
Lila Inn recommends two kinds for your travel: the VIP Cabin Bus or the Limousine.
Ticket prices range from 300K to 550K VND (approximately $12 - $14 USD).
VIP Cabin Bus
Specifications:
- 2 floors, 2 lines, 24 cabins
- 170cm long, 120cm wide
- Amenities: USB port, WiFi, private curtains, air conditioning, individual screens, reading lights, and drinking water.
This is the best bus option, providing a comfortable environment for a restful sleep.
Limousine Bus
Specifications:
- 2 lines, 10 - 16 seats
- 60cm wide
- Amenities: USB port, WiFi, air conditioning, and drinking water.
This bus is ideal for those seeking a faster, more convenient ride with fewer passengers.
Standard Cabin
Specifications:
- 2 floors, 3 lines, 34 cabins
- 170cm long, 60cm wide
- Amenities: USB port, WiFi, private curtains, air conditioning, reading lights, drinking water.
This bus is ideal for budget-conscious travelers.
Bus schedules
To ensure smooth travel, you should book your bus tickets as early as possible, and booking a round-trip ticket can help you avoid missing your return journey. Lila Inn offers assistance in booking buses from other provinces to Ha Giang at standard fares, which is helpful since many drivers may not speak English.
Ha Noi - Ha Giang Bus
6 - 7 hours
Pick-up at your hotel in Hanoi Old Quarter and Noi Bai Airport (after the bus departure times 1 hour).
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| Limousine 14 USD/ticket | 7:00 AM | 6:15 - 6:45 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 3:30 - 3:45 PM | 10:00 PM | |
| VIP Cabin 14 USD/ticket | 7:30 AM | 6:15 - 6:45 AM | 1:30 PM |
| 10:30 AM | 9:15 - 9:45 AM | 4:30 PM | |
| 12:30 PM | 11:00 - 11:30 AM | 6:30 PM | |
| 1:30 PM | 12:30 - 1:00 PM | 7:30 PM | |
| 2:30 PM | 1:00 - 1:30 PM | 9:30 PM | |
| 5:00 PM | 4:00 - 4:30 PM | 11:00 PM | |
| 9:00 PM | 7:30 - 8:30 PM | 4:00 AM |
Sapa - Ha Giang
6 hours
Pick-up at your hotel in Sapa town
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| Limousine 12 USD/ticket | 7:00 AM | 6:15 - 6:45 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 8:00 AM | 7:00 - 7:30 AM | 2:00 PM | |
| 4:00 PM | 3:15 - 3:45 PM | 10:00 PM | |
| 5:00 PM | 4:15 - 4:45 PM | 11:00 PM | |
| VIP Cabin 14 USD/ticket | 11:15 AM | 10:30 - 11:00 AM | 5:15 PM |
| 10:30 PM | 9:30 - 10:00 PM | 4:30 PM | |
| Standard Cabin 12 USD/ticket | 9:30 AM | 8:30 - 9:00 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 10:00 AM | 9:00 - 9:45 AM | 4:00 PM | |
| 12:30 PM | 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM | 6:30 PM | |
| 8:00 PM | 7:15 - 7:45 PM | 1:30 AM |
Ninh Binh - Ha Giang
9 hours
Pick-up at Tam Coc Dong Boat Tour ticket sales point
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| Vip Cabin 18 USD/ticket | 7:00 PM | 6:45 - 7:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
Cat Ba Island - Ha Giang (included ferry)
12 hours
Pick-up service at your hotel in Cat Ba
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| Standard Cabin 22 USD/ticket | 5:00 PM | 4:30 – 5:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
Ha Long - Ha Giang
9 hours
Pick-up at Bai Chay Bus Station
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| VIP Cabin 22 USD/ticket | 7:30 PM | 7:00 - 7:30 PM | 3:30 AM |
| Standard Cabin 16 USD/ticket | 5:00 PM | 4:45 - 5:00 PM | 4:00 AM |
Ha Giang - Ha Noi
7 hours
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| VIP Cabin 14 USD/ticket | 7:00 AM | 6:30 - 7:00 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 10:30 AM | 10:00 - 10:30 AM | 5:00 PM | |
| 11:30 AM | 11:00 - 11:15 AM | 6:30 PM | |
| 1:30 PM | 12:30 - 1:00 PM | 7:30 PM | |
| 5:30 PM | 4:45 - 5:00 PM | 11:30 PM | |
| 8:00 PM | 7:15 - 7:45 PM | 2:00 AM | |
| 9:00 PM | 8:15 - 8:45 PM | 3:30 AM | |
| 10:00 PM | 9:15 - 9:45 PM | 4:00 AM | |
| Limousine 14 USD/ticket | 7:00 AM | 6:30 - 6:45 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 4:00 PM | 3:30 - 3:45 PM | 10:30 PM | |
| Standard Cabin 12 USD/ticket | 9:00 AM | 8:15 - 8:45 AM | 3:30 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 5:30 - 6:00 PM | 00:30 AM |
Ha Giang - Sapa
6 hours
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| Vip Cabin 14 USD/ticket | 4:30 PM | 3:45 - 4:15 PM | 10:30 PM |
| 6:00 PM | 5:15 - 5:45 PM | 11:00 PM | |
| Limousine 12 USD/ticket | 7:00 AM | 6:15 - 6:45 AM | 1:00 PM |
| 9:00 AM | 8:15 - 8:45 AM | 3:00 PM | |
| 4:00 PM | 3:30 - 3:45 PM | 10:00 PM | |
| Standard Cabin 12 USD/ticket | 10:00 AM | 9:30 - 9:45 AM | 4:00 PM |
| 6:30 PM | 5:45 - 6:15 PM | 00:00 AM | |
| 8:00 PM | 7:30 - 7:45 PM | 2:00 AM |
Ha Giang - Ninh Binh
9 hours
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| VIP Cabin bus 18 USD/ticket | 8:00 PM | 7:15 - 7:45 PM | 5:00 AM |
Ha Giang - Cat Ba Island
12 hours
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| Standard Cabin 22 USD/ticket | 8:00 PM | 7:15 - 7:45 PM | 7:30 AM |
Ha Giang - Ha Long Bay
9 hours
| Kind of bus | Departure time | Pick-up time | Arrival time |
| VIP Cabin 22 USD/ticket | 8:00 PM | 7:00 - 7:30 PM | 5:00 AM |
| Standard Cabin 16 USD/ticket | 6:00 PM | 5:15 - 5:45 PM | 3:00 AM |
| 8:00 PM | 7:15 - 7:45 PM | 5:00 AM |
