Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station

Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station

Hanoi Train Station
Lao Cai Train Station
Tue, May 21
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$11
 
 
$102

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Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station Schedule

Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Grouptour VIP 22 05:55 - 10:55VND 403k
Grouptour VIP 22 06:15 - 11:15VND 863k
Grouptour VIP 22 09:15 - 14:15VND 403k
Grouptour VIP 22 10:15 - 15:15VND 403k
Grouptour VIP 22 13:15 - 18:15VND 403k
Grouptour VIP 22 15:15 - 20:15VND 403k
Grouptour VIP 22 17:15 - 22:15VND 403k
Grouptour VIP 22 21:30 - 02:30VND 403k
Chapa Express VIP Sleeper 4x 22:00 - 05:55VND 911k

Transportation from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station

Facts about the transport from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station

Cheapest Transport$11
Fastest Transport5h
Earliest Departure5:55 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day45
Distance250 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChapa Express, Damitrans, Fanxipan, Grouptour, Laman Express, NewLivitrans Express, Sao Viet, Sapaly Express, VicSapa Train, Vietnam Railways, Violette Express Train

Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station Destination Reviews

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We booked the Laman because they said the have wifi and we really needed to be able to connect to some meetings. Wifi did not work, we asked the workers, they said they will check it but never did and never gave us feedback about it.
Train #SP3 1st Class Sleeper, Laman Express, May 16, 2024
JN
Overall experience was ok. Just find the drivers were rather rude.
Bus Upper Single Cabin, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), May 8, 2024
SJ
The Saoviet travel bus was pretty nice and clean. The driver and the others helping facilitate the ride not so much. Grumpy and rude. Except for the ticket lady, she was nice. Would recommend a different bus company.
Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), May 6, 2024
KK
Our trip was fantastic! Even if we got late because of the delay of the airplane, the driver was waiting for us. Very comfortable trip, the bus was clean, great experience!
Bus VIP Luxury 22, Sapa Ethnic Travel (Công Ty TNHH Một Thành Viên Du Lịch Thiểu Số), May 5, 2024
EV
If you’re looking for an excuse to upgrade your sleeper, this is is. The trip gets an overall 2 stars because it was clean and it left and arrived on time. But that’s sadly where the good times ended for us. Our seats had been changed and that wasn’t communicated well enough to the guys onboarding us, so we walked from section to section hoping for help. By the times we got to our bed we were questioned a few times, but thankfully not kicked off. We had someone either leave or arrive at every stop which was very disruptive. My least favourite was the drunk who literally stumbled in and collapsed on his bed. Then the door wouldn’t stay closed, so we unfortunately had it open all night. Really wishing I’d just paid the extra for a private 2 bed room to avoid all the disruptions.
Train #SP1 1st Class Sleeper, Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam), May 2, 2024
C
No issues with this bus, very clean and on time to leave.
Bus VIP 24, Daiichi Travel (Daiichi Travel), May 1, 2024
XV
Despite the bus arrived with almost one hour late, everything was great. We have bottles of water, comfortable sleeper. I recommend.
Bus VIP Cabin, Full Moon Party Tour (Full Moon Party Tour), Apr 26, 2024
NM
There was no toilet on the bus and it didn’t stop until 4hrs into the journey. My cabin was okay but my husbands light didn’t work along with a couple of other issues. We took a different company back to Hanoi that was better.
Bus Lower Single Cabin, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Apr 24, 2024
S
One of the best sleeper buses I've been on. The driver was very friendly. Had multiple stops for toilet and snacks. Blankets and sleeping areas were far cleaner compared to other bus providers. Would highly recommend.
Bus VIP Cabin 20, Sapa Discovery Travel, Apr 24, 2024
ET
Everything was great! The buses are private, clean and comfortable! The only thing which really disappointed us was the wrong location of the office and the wrong pin dropped by the tour company. Be careful, guys! Because the pin and the office are located 850m from each other. So, we had to run in order not to be late.
Bus Upper Single Cabin, G8 Sapa Open Tour, Apr 21, 2024
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How to get from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station

When you want to get from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 101.38. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 10.27.

How far is Hanoi Train Station from Lao Cai Train Station?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station. Your trip will be a total of 156 miles (250 km). The flying distance is 156 miles (250 km).

How long does it take to get from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station?

The travel time from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 8 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station?

The cost of the trip from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Sao Viet (Sao Việt): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 10.27 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 101.38.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station:

  • Bus tickets - USD 10.27 to USD 33.89;
  • Train tickets - USD 18.66 to USD 101.38;

How many trips per day are there between Hanoi Train Station and Lao Cai Train Station?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 05:55 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:30. There are 26 available bus trips every day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 19 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Hanoi to Sapa is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hanoi Train Station to Lao Cai Train Station? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 61% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 39% decided to go for a bus.