The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanoi to Phố Lu
Cheapest price
$24
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
6 h 16 m
Average duration
6 h 21 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
224 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanoi to Phố Lu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanoi to Phố Lu will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $24.
Of the 3 trains that leave Hanoi for Phố Lu on Sat, Jun 20, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 224 km distance in an average of 6 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 16 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 6 h 31 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 PM6h17Hanoi Gia Lam Station4:15 AMPho Lu$241One-way0 transfers
10:23 PM6h31Hanoi Gia Lam Station4:54 AMPho Lu$241One-way0 transfers
11:03 PM6h16Hanoi Gia Lam Station5:19 AMPho Lu$241One-way0 transfers
11:03 PM6h16Hanoi Gia Lam Station5:19 AMPho Lu$241One-way0 transfers
9:58 PM6h17Hanoi Gia Lam Station4:15 AMPho Lu$241One-way0 transfers
10:23 PM6h31Hanoi Gia Lam Station4:54 AMPho Lu$241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Hanoi to Phố Lu
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hanoi to Phố Lu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 139 miles (224 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 51m Average total duration 6h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanoi to Phố Lu:
A bus is $14 (€11) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanoi to Phố Lu costing on average $24 (€20).
Other travel options to Phố Lu take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 21m.
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Direct services run with Vietnam Railways.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Hanoi to Phố Lu train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanoi to Phố Lu trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:58 PM Hanoi Gia Lam Station | 6h17 | 4:15 AM Pho Lu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:23 PM Hanoi Gia Lam Station | 6h31 | 4:54 AM Pho Lu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:03 PM Hanoi Gia Lam Station | 6h16 | 5:19 AM Pho Lu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanoi to Phố Lu
Trains from Hanoi to Phố Lu run on average 6 times per day, taking around 6h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€20) but you can travel from only $10 (€9) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:05, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 139 miles (224 km) distance in 6h 16m.
Distance 139 miles (224 km) |
Average train duration 6h 21m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€20) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 6h 16m |
First train 12:05 PM |
Last train 9:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Hanoi to Phố Lu trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Hanoi and Phố Lu from $10 (€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: Trains from Hanoi to Phố Lu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanoi to Phố Lu 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 Phố Lu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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