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Sapaly express train Hanoi to Sapa (Lao Cai)

The Sapaly express train Hanoi to Sapa (Lao Cai) is a Ha Noi–Sa Pa transfer, journey time about 8 hours 30 min. Book online with LuxuryTourVN, fares from $35 one way. Departures at Any Time.

From $35Round trip $70Duration 8 hours 30 minSeats 4

Departure times

Ha Noi → Sa Pa

Sa Pa → Ha Noi

  • Choose your ticket type when you book
  • Tell us your preference — lower berth, same cabin as your travel partner — we’ll do our best
  • Book early for the widest choice
  • Elegant carved-wood interior

  • Comfortable, cosy cabins at a competitive price

  • Sapaly Express train offers a fun and relaxing overnight train experience

  • Feel right at home with complimentary welcome drinks, snacks (biscuits or fresh fruits), and hot/ cold towels

  • Sapaly express ac soft sleeper

  • Restroom with clean facilities

The Sapaly Express Train is one of the newest trains in Vietnam and makes an overnight journey between Hanoi and Lao Cai – Sapa, one of style and comfort with 14 compact yet fully equipped cabins featuring air-conditioning, reading lights.

Sapaly express train review

Experience the most relaxed transfer between Sapa and Hanoi
Experience the most relaxed transfer between Sapa and Hanoi
Sapaly express train hanoi to sapa
Sapaly express train hanoi to sapa
Deluxe cabins provide a cozy atmosphere with four berths in one compartment, relaxing to read or enjoy an intimate conversation
Deluxe cabins provide a cozy atmosphere with four berths in one compartment, relaxing to read or enjoy an intimate conversation

Hanoi Station to Lao Cai Station (22:00 – 06:05)

  1. Arrive at Hanoi Train Station (No. 7 Tran Quy Cap Street, Google Maps) for check-in. Your e-ticket is exchanged for a paper ticket here.

  2. Depart for Lao Cai Train Station

  3. Arrive at Lao Cai Train Station

Lao Cai Station to Hanoi Station (21:40 – 05:30)

  1. Arrive at Lao Cai Train Station (No.337 Quảng Trường ga Lào Cai Street, Google Maps) for check-in. Your e-ticket is exchanged for a paper ticket here.

  2. Depart for Hanoi Train Station

  3. Arrive at Hanoi Train Station

Good to know

  • The distance between Lao Cai Train Station and Sapa Town is about 40 km. You will need onward transport from Lao Cai up to Sapa.

  • Please be there 1 hour before the tour start.

Confirmation and Usage

  • You will receive availability confirmation within 1 business day. Once confirmed, we will send you the voucher via email

  • No email from us? Check your spam folder or contact us via email

  • You must exchange your e-ticket for a paper ticket at the station before boarding, so please arrive at the station 1 hour before departure

Cancellation policy

  • More than 10 days before departure time: USD 3 per person handling fee

  • 10 days to 2 days before departure time: 50% of the total price

  • Within 2 days before departure: 100% of the total price

What travelers say

4.9

4.9 out of 5

220+ on Tripadvisor

4.8

4.8 out of 5

200+ on Google

Transfer Options:

  • VIP ticket (2-berth) [Private Cabin]Details$75
    • There are only 2 berths per cabin
  • VIP ticket (2-berth) [Shared Cabin]Details$35

    • You will share this cabin with another passenger