The cheapest and fastest coaches from Hanoi to Sơn La
Cheapest price
9S$
Average price
9S$
Fastest journey
4 h
Average duration
4 h 15 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Hanoi to Sơn La is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanoi to Sơn La will cost around 9S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 9S$.
Of the 6 buses that leave Hanoi for Sơn La every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 204 km distance in an average of 4 h 15 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h .
The slowest buses will take 5 h and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
9:30 AM4h00Hanoi1:30 PMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
3:15 PM5h00Hanoi8:15 PMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
1:10 AM4h00Hanoi5:10 AMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
11:15 AM4h15Hanoi3:30 PMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
12:00 PM4h00Hanoi4:00 PMSơn La10 S$1One-way0 changes
1:10 AM4h00Hanoi5:10 AMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
9:30 AM4h00Hanoi1:30 PMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
12:00 PM4h00Hanoi4:00 PMSơn La10 S$1One-way0 changes
11:15 AM4h15Hanoi3:30 PMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
3:15 PM5h00Hanoi8:15 PMSơn La9 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Hanoi to Sơn La bus times
The table below shows live departures for Hanoi to Sơn La coaches for today, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:00 AM Hanoi | 4h00 | 10:00 AM Sơn La | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:45 AM Hanoi | 4h15 | 4:00 PM Sơn La | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:00 PM Hanoi | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Sơn La | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:15 PM Hanoi | 5h00 | 8:15 PM Sơn La | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Hanoi to Sơn La
Buses from Hanoi to Sơn La run on average 31 times per day, taking around 5h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 8S$ if you book in advance.
There are 31 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:01, the last at 23:30. The fastest coach covers the 204 km distance in 3h 45m.
Distance 204 km |
Average bus duration 5h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price 8S$ |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 3h 45m |
First bus 12:01 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Bus providers: Hải Vân Xuân Tráng, Mộc Châu Limousine from Hanoi to Sơn LaYou can travel by bus between Hanoi to Sơn La with Hải Vân Xuân Tráng, Mộc Châu Limousine for as low as 8S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Hanoi to Sơn La coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanoi to Sơn La by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sơn La, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Mộc Châu Limousine
- One piece of luggage per passenger
- Mộc Châu Limousine
- Additional luggage fees apply
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Hanoi and Sơn La
- 05:00-21:00
- Free Wi-Fi available in main terminal
- Large parking area available for both cars and motorbikes
- Multiple food stalls and small restaurants inside the terminal
- Available at designated taxi stands outside the terminal
- Wheelchair accessible, ramps available
- Public restrooms available with fee
- Bus: 27, 34, 50, 60, 72, 103
- Metro: NA
- 05:00-22:00
- Free parking available for vehicles
- Small food stalls and vendors available near the station
- Taxis available at the station entrance
- Basic accessibility features
- Public toilets available
- Bus: Local bus routes available
Most popular bus connections from Hanoi
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