Driving from Thanh Hóa to Sơn La
Sơn La lies 256 km (159 mi) north-west of Thanh Hóa, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 3 h 55 min without stops, over roughly 313 km (194 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Thanh Hóa | Sơn La | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Vietnam |
| Population | 850,000 | 106,052 |
| Elevation | 5 m (16 ft) | 608 m (1,995 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
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Common questions
How far is Sơn La from Thanh Hóa?
256 km (159 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Thanh Hóa; by road roughly 313 km (194 mi).
How long does it take to get from Thanh Hóa to Sơn La by car?
About 3 h 55 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Thanh Hóa and Sơn La?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.