Phú Thọ to Lào Cai train with Vietnam Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai

Showing times and prices for Dec 17

Cheapest price

$15

Average price

$15

Fastest journey

5 h 13 m

Average duration

5 h 53 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

177 km

Cheap tickets

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Phú Thọ for Lào Cai on Wed, Dec 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Dec 17 the direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .

On Wed, Dec 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 33 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.

Vietnam Railways
12:42AM5h13
Phú Thọ
05:55AMSapa Lao Cai
$151One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
11:52PM6h33
Phú Thọ
06:25AMSapa Lao Cai
$151One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Phú Thọ to Lào Cai

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 109 miles (177 km)

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€12

Average price

€7

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Cheapest

6h 23m

Average total duration

5h 53m

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3h 32m

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Live departures

Phú Thọ to Lào Cai train times

The table below shows live departures for Phú Thọ to Lào Cai trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:41 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Vietnam Railways11:52 PM Phú Thọ
6h33
6:25 AM Sapa Lao Cai0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, December 17
Vietnam Railways12:42 AM Phú Thọ
5h13
5:55 AM Sapa Lao Cai0 transfersDirect

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 1 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.

There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:42, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 109 miles (177 km) distance in 5h 13m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€5)
Distance
109 miles (177 km)
Average train duration
5h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
5h 13m
First train
00:42
Last train
23:52
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $7 (€5)

Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Phú Thọ and Lào Cai from $7 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Vietnam Railways

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Average Duration
5h 13m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
Vietnam Railways frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai

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.

FAQs
The distance by train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai is 109 miles (177 km).
To fully experience Lào Cai, including attractions like Sapa, Bac Ha Market, and the Hoang Lien Son mountain range, plan for a stay of 3 to 5 days.
Train ticket prices from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $15 (€12), while the average price is around $15 (€12).
The first train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai leaves at 12:42 AM.
The last train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai leaves at 11:52 PM.
The cheapest way to get from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai is by bus, with a cost of around $7 (€5).
Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai.
The train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai runs once a day and takes approximately 5h 13m.
There is no high speed train available from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai.
Yes, you can take the train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai.
Yes, there is a direct train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai. This service operates 1 times per day, provided by Vietnam Railways.

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