Sapa Tours & Activities
10 to 11 double cabins
on the lower deck
Quick answer: HK Buslines (formerly HK Open Tour) runs sleeper cabin buses Hanoi to Sapa with built-in massage berths: from $19.50 single, $33 double. Twenty-eight departures a day from 02:30 to 23:59, free hotel pickup in the Old Quarter, about 6 hours with two rest stops. No toilet on board; no payment fees.
Overview
HK Buslines — still known to most travelers as HK Open Tour — runs the busiest cabin-bus schedule on the Hanoi–Sapa route. Twenty-eight departures a day, including 02:30 and 04:15 buses no other operator offers. Every cabin is a private pod with a massage function, and it’s the bus we book most for Old Quarter hotels.
Why the Old Quarter matters: HK collects you at your hotel door for free — no taxi to a bus office. The trade-off: no toilet on board, so the bus makes two rest stops instead.
Amenities on Board
Blankets
Charging port
Overhead reading lightEmergency contact button Free WIFI
Free water drinkingPillowsSoft drinkCabin Seat Map & Size
Which cabin?
10 to 11 single cabins
on the upper deck
on the upper deck
Both Double and Single Cabins have the same dimensions
90 x 180 cm
90 x 180 cm
Other info
- Single Upper $19.50: your own pod up the ladder — quietest, cheapest.
- Single Lower $22.50: a lower-deck pod to yourself, no ladder to climb.
- Double Lower $33: one 90 × 180 cm berth shared by two, $16.50 each; two upper singles cost $39 — $6 more for separate pods.
Why Choose HK Buslines?
The top reasons to choose HK Busline are the relaxing onboard massage mode and the convenient pick-up/drop-off service in the Old Quarter.
Here is why this is the best choice for your journey:
- Ultimate Relaxation: Each private cabin is equipped with an automatic massage system. It helps you stay refreshed and eases back pain during the 6-hour drive to Sapa.
- Door-to-Door Convenience: We pick you up and drop you off directly at your hotel in the Hanoi Old Quarter. You won’t have to worry about carrying heavy luggage or paying extra for taxis to a bus station.
- Clean & Fresh Atmosphere: By not having an onboard toilet, the cabin stays completely odorless and fresh. Instead, the bus makes scheduled stops at high-quality rest areas along the way.
If your hotel is in the Old Quarter and you want to be collected at the door, HK is the bus we suggest first.
HK’s edge is schedule depth, massage cabins and door-to-door Old Quarter pickup; Sao Viet answers with the route’s only onboard toilet. See all cabin buses compared — or our honest HK Buslines review and the HK vs G8 head-to-head.
Schedule & Departures
| Direction | Departures (daily) |
|---|---|
| Hanoi → Sapa | 02:30 · 04:15 · 06:30 · 07:00 · 07:15 · 08:30 · 09:00 · 09:30 · 10:00 · 10:30 · 11:00 · 11:15 · 13:30 · 14:00 · 14:30 · 15:00 · 16:00 · 17:00 · 21:30 · 22:00 · 22:25 · 22:30 · 22:45 · 23:00 · 23:15 · 23:30 · 23:45 · 23:59 |
| Sapa → Hanoi | 07:00 · 08:00 · 08:30 · 09:00 · 09:30 · 10:00 · 11:00 · 11:30 · 12:30 · 13:30 · 14:00 · 14:30 · 15:00 · 16:00 · 17:00 · 18:00 · 22:00 · 22:30 · 23:00 · 23:30 |
The night block (21:30–23:59) is the deepest on the route, and the 02:30 and 04:15 buses land you in Sapa for breakfast. Hotel pickup in the Old Quarter starts 15–30 minutes before departure. Roadwork note (August 2026): parts of the Hanoi–Lao Cai expressway are being repaired, so allow up to an hour more for now.
Itinerary
Way from Hanoi to Sapa
Pick up at your hotel lobby in Old Quarter or the meeting point 70 Nguyen Huu Huan St
Sapa Office:
Way from Sapa to Hanoi
Pick up at your hotel lobby in Sapa Town or the meeting point 732-734 Dien Bien Phu St, Sapa
Hanoi Old Quarter:
Pick-up point
Hanoi
Hotel in Old Quarter, 70 Nguyen Huu Huan St or Noi Bai Airport Lobby
Sapa
732-734 Dien Bien Phu St or Sapa Town Hotel
Drop-off
Sapa
HK Open Tour Office or Sapa Town Hotel
Hanoi
Hanoi Airport Lobby, 70 Nguyen Huu Huan St, or hotel in Old Quarter
Confirmation
- You will receive confirmation of your booking’s availability within 1 business day
- If you do not receive an email from us, please check your Spam folder or notify us via Email / WhatsApp number.
- Please notify us via WhatsApp number after make the reservation.
Additional Useful Information
Luggage Allowance
- One large suitcase and one bag per person is the norm; a bit more is usually fine — just mention it when booking.
Seat Type
- You choose the class when booking, and our team picks the best available cabin for you. Your exact cabin number is sent right after payment; groups are kept together.
Other Information
- Children aged 0–4 travel free sharing a cabin with a parent; from 5 up, full fare.
- Eating or bringing food on board is not allowed.
- HK Open Bus operates multiple buses, all featuring the same design and color scheme.
- The interior of each bus is meticulously cleaned and vacuumed after every trip. Buses are washed daily and undergo monthly maintenance.
- Each cabin is equipped with a leather mattress and pillow, as well as a soft velvet blanket for added comfort.
- Please note that travel time may vary depending on traffic conditions.
FAQs
Is HK Buslines the same as HK Open Tour?
Yes — same operator; the company rebranded from HK Open Tour to HK Buslines, and most street signs and travelers still use the old name. They run two vehicle types on this route: sleeper cabin buses (this page) and a 28-seat seated limousine.
How much does the HK sleeper bus cost?
$19.50 for a single upper cabin, $22.50 for a single lower (no ladder), $33 for a double shared by two. Every cabin is 90 × 180 cm with a massage function, blanket, WiFi and USB charging; no payment fees.
Where does HK pick up in Hanoi and drop off in Sapa?
Free hotel pickup anywhere in the Old Quarter, or the HK office at 70 Nguyen Huu Huan; Noi Bai Airport pickup is also bookable in the form. In Sapa: the office at 732-734 Dien Bien Phu or your hotel in Sapa Town.
What are HK's departure times?
Twenty-eight daily departures from Hanoi (02:30 to 23:59 — see the table above) and 20 from Sapa. The night block from 21:30 has more buses than any other operator; book a day ahead in high season.
Is there a toilet on the HK bus?
No — HK keeps cabins odor-free by design and makes two rest stops instead. If an onboard toilet matters to you, Sao Viet is the only Hanoi–Sapa cabin bus that has one.
How long does the journey take?
About 6 hours door to door including the two rest stops. Roadwork note (August 2026): parts of the Hanoi–Lao Cai expressway are being repaired, so allow up to an hour more for now.
Can I reschedule or book a round trip?
Round trips: choose Round Trip in the form and pick a date for each leg. Rescheduling is free — message us on WhatsApp (24/7) at least 4 hours before departure and we move you, subject to space.
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