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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lào Cai to Hanoi
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
7 h 5 m
Average duration
7 h 24 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lào Cai to Hanoi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lào Cai to Hanoi will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $24.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lào Cai for Hanoi every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 7 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 42 m 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lào Cai to Hanoi
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Lào Cai to Hanoi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $9. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $9, and a train costs an average of $30.
Distance: 254 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
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$32 Average Price | $11 Average Price Cheapest |
8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration Fastest 5h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lào Cai to Hanoi train times
The table below shows live departures for Lào Cai to Hanoi trains for today, Thursday, 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 2:30 pm Lào Cai | 8h22 | 10:52 pm Hanoi | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lào Cai to Hanoi
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Trains from Lào Cai to Hanoi run on average 6 times per day, taking around 8h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 but you can travel from only $9 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:05, the last at 23:03. The fastest train covers the 254 km distance in 8h 22m.
Distance 254 km |
Average train duration 8h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 8h 22m |
First train 12:05 |
Last train 23:03 |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Lào Cai to Hanoi trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Lào Cai and Hanoi from $9. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Lào Cai to Hanoi train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lào Cai to Hanoi by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Hanoi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Lao Cai Railway Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Hanoi Railway Station, located away from the city centre.
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