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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lào Cai to Phú Thọ
Cheapest price
18S$
Average price
18S$
Fastest journey
4 h 47 m
Average duration
5 h 1 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lào Cai to Phú Thọ 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 Phú Thọ will cost around 18S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 18S$.
Of the 2 trains that leave Lào Cai for Phú Thọ 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 177 km distance in an average of 5 h 1 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 15 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.
12:05 PM4h47Sapa Lao Cai4:52 PMPhú Thọ18 S$1One-way0 changes- 9:30 PM5h15Sapa Lao Cai2:45 AMPhú Thọ18 S$1One-way0 changes
- 12:05 PM4h47Sapa Lao Cai4:52 PMPhú Thọ18 S$1One-way0 changes
- 9:30 PM5h15Sapa Lao Cai2:45 AMPhú Thọ18 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lào Cai to Phú Thọ
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lào Cai to Phú Thọ among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 6S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 6S$, and a train costs an average of 18S$.
Distance: 177 km
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5h 32m Average total duration 5h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lào Cai to Phú Thọ
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Trains from Lào Cai to Phú Thọ run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 18S$ but you can travel from only 6S$ by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:05, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 4h 47m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 5h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price 18S$ |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 47m |
First train 12:05 PM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Lào Cai to Phú Thọ trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Lào Cai and Phú Thọ from 6S$. 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 Phú Thọ train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lào Cai to Phú Thọ 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 Phú Thọ, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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