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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai
Cheapest price
18S$
Average price
23S$
Fastest journey
5 h 13 m
Average duration
12 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
177 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai will cost around 23S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 18S$.
Of the 3 trains that leave Phú Thọ for Lào Cai 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 12 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 d 2 h 27 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.
12:42 AM5h13Phú Thọ5:55 AMSapa Lao Cai18 S$1One-way0 changes- 11:52 PM6h33Phú Thọ6:25 AMSapa Lao Cai18 S$1One-way0 changes
- 2:48 AM26h27Phú Thọ5:15 AMSapa Lao Cai33 S$1One-way1 change
- 12:42 AM5h13Phú Thọ5:55 AMSapa Lao Cai18 S$1One-way0 changes
- 11:52 PM6h33Phú Thọ6:25 AMSapa Lao Cai18 S$1One-way0 changes
- 2:48 AM26h27Phú Thọ5:15 AMSapa Lao Cai33 S$1One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Phú Thọ to Lào Cai
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 7S$. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 24m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 7S$, and a train costs an average of 18S$.
Distance: 177 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach |
|---|---|
23S$ Average Price | 7S$ Average Price Cheapest |
12h 33m Average total duration 12h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Phú Thọ to Lào Cai train times
The table below shows live departures for Phú Thọ to Lào Cai trains for today, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:52 PM Phú Thọ | 6h33 | 6:25 AM Sapa Lao Cai | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday, 20 June | |||||
| 12:42 AM Phú Thọ | 5h13 | 5:55 AM Sapa Lao Cai | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai
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Trains from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai run on average 2 times per day, taking around 12h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 18S$ but you can travel from only 7S$ by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 177 km distance in 5h 13m.
Distance 177 km |
Average train duration 12h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price 18S$ |
Trains per day 2 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 13m |
First train 12:42 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Phú Thọ and Lào Cai from 7S$. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Phú Thọ to Lào Cai train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai 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 Lào Cai, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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