Plan your journey
Plan your journey
Learn how to best plan your journey to Sapa and get real advice from locals who live and travel there. Find out when it is the best time to visit Sapa, the best trains that link the two destinations, things to do and food to try while in Sapa. If you do not find what you need, you can always contact us for further information.
Lao Cai Train Station
Lao Cai station is the final stop for Hanoi - Sapa train route and from there it is another 45 minutes to Sapa town.
- Sapa Bus Station 50 m
- Ham Rong Mountain 31.1 km
- Sapa Town 33.6 km
- Ta Phin Village 33.7 km
- Silver Waterfall 34.9 km
- Cat Cat Village 36.1 km
- Muong Hoa Valley 39.7 km
- Hanoi Airport 262 km
- Mai Chau 350 km
- Halong Bay 464 km
Hanoi Train Station Map
Hanoi train station is located near the city center, with gate B servicing Sapa route and gate A for North-South route.
- Hoa Lo Historical Prison 0.8 km
- Hanoi Temple of Literature 1.5 km
- St. Josephs Cathedral 1.6 km
- Hanoi Old Quarter 2.3 km
- Hoan Kiem Lake 2.3 km
- Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum 3.8 km
- Tran Quoc Pagoda 4.3 km
- Noi Bai Airport 29.2 km
- Cat Bi Airport 133 km
- Halong Bay 167 km
Frequently asked questions
1. Are there ATMs at Lao Cai train station?
Yes, there are quite a number of ATMs right outside of Lao Cai train station.
2. How can I book transfer from Sapa to Lao Cai train station?
You can take a shared minibus, private car, or limousine van to get back to Lao Cai station. We offer private transfer at discounted price, for guests who book train tickets with us.
3. Can I show the eticket sent to my email to board the train?
Yes, each train will have their support stall at the train station. You can simply show your eticket to them to board the train.
4. How early should I arrive before departure?
Arrive at least 30–45 minutes before departure to check tickets and find your carriage.
5. Which platform do I use for trains to Lao Cai (Sapa)?
Trains to Lao Cai usually depart from Station B (120 Trần Quý Cáp Street), located behind the main station building. However you can enter the station from its main building on Le Duan street.