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Compare train and bus for Đông Anh to Lào Cai
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Đông Anh to Lào Cai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 152 miles (245 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$41 Average price | $14 Average price Cheapest | $45 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 12m Average total duration 8h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Đông Anh to Lào Cai:
A bus is $27 (€22) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Đông Anh to Lào Cai costing on average $41 (€34).
Other travel options to Lào Cai take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 42m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
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.
Compare prices and tickets Đông Anh to Lào Cai by train or bus
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Đông Anh to Lào Cai
Trains from Đông Anh to Lào Cai run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $12 (€10) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 152 miles (245 km) distance in 8h 42m.
Distance 152 miles (245 km) |
Average train duration 8h 42m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 8h 42m |
First train 12:05 PM |
Last train 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Đông Anh to Lào Cai trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Đông Anh and Lào Cai from $12 (€10). 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 Đông Anh to Lào Cai
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Đông Anh 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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