THE SHORT VERSION
Sapa to Hai Phong at a glance.
- From
- Sapa Sa Pa
- To
- Hai Phong Hải Phòng
- Road distance
- About 427 km
- Straight line
- 334 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Hai Phong to Sapa →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Sapa
Sapa is a mountain town in the far north-west. Since the Hanoi–Lao Cai expressway opened, buses from Hanoi take around half a working day, and there's a wide choice of seated, sleeper and limousine-van services.
- Sapa Bus Station · Bến xe Sa Pa
Arrivals and departures for Hanoi, Lao Cai and other northern destinations. Many companies also stop near the town centre.
Arriving in Hai Phong
Check your terminal. Hai Phong's stations are spread around the city.
- Niem Nghia, Lac Long, Cau Rao and Vinh Niem stations · Bến xe Niệm Nghĩa, Lạc Long, Cầu Rào, Vĩnh Niệm
Different terminals for Hanoi, Quang Ninh and southern provinces.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Combined bus-and-boat tickets to Cat Ba often connect through Hai Phong. Confirm whether the boat is included.
KEEP GOING
From Hai Phong, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Hai Phong
More buses from Sapa
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Sapa from Hai Phong by road?+
About 427 km by road (334 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Sapa to Hai Phong take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Sapa?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Sapa include Sapa Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Hai Phong to Sapa?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Hai Phong to Sapa guide.
Where does the bus from Sapa arrive in Hai Phong?+
It depends on the operator. In Hai Phong, services use Niem Nghia, Lac Long, Cau Rao and Vinh Niem stations. Check your terminal. Hai Phong's stations are spread around the city.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Hai Phong?+
Check your terminal. Hai Phong's stations are spread around the city.
What kind of bus runs from Sapa to Hai Phong?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Sapa to Hai Phong bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Hai Phong by bus?+
Direct buses from Hai Phong include Ha Long, Hanoi, Noi Bai Airport (HAN), Ninh Binh, Tam Coc and more. See all connections on our Hai Phong bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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