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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanoi to Lào Cai
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
21Rp
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
21Rp
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
7 h 17 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
7 h 24 m
Trains on 28 Sept
3
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanoi 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 Hanoi to Lào Cai will cost around 21Rp if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 21Rp.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 3 trains from Hanoi to Lào Cai, including 3 direct services.
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 17 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 32 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.
9:58 PM7h17Hanoi Gia Lam Station5:15 AMSapa Lao Cai21 Rp1One-way0 changes- 10:23 PM7h32Hanoi Gia Lam Station5:55 AMSapa Lao Cai21 Rp1One-way0 changes
- 11:03 PM7h22Hanoi Gia Lam Station6:25 AMSapa Lao Cai21 Rp1One-way0 changes
- 9:58 PM7h17Hanoi Gia Lam Station5:15 AMSapa Lao Cai21 Rp1One-way0 changes
- 11:03 PM7h22Hanoi Gia Lam Station6:25 AMSapa Lao Cai21 Rp1One-way0 changes
- 10:23 PM7h32Hanoi Gia Lam Station5:55 AMSapa Lao Cai21 Rp1One-way0 changes
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanoi to Lào Cai
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Take a train from Hanoi to Lào Cai and enjoy the approximately 254 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest train runs at 09:30, the last at 23:03.
Distance 254 km |
First train 9:30 AM |
Last train 11:03 PM |
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FAQs: Hanoi to Lào Cai train
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