Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu

Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu

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Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu Destination Reviews

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Karim B
long line +1 hr. in front of the desk, didnt make the check in -40min. had to pay additional for a late ticket and wait 9 hours...had to pay extra for 3 kilos of overweight while I saw people carry double handluggage...
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, flight Economy, VietJet Air (Công ty Cổ phần Hàng không VietJet), Mar 6, 2026
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Christian
Everything went very well !
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, flight Economy, Sun PhuQuoc Airways, Mar 5, 2026
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Maria V
I was cold in the cabinet the first night. The second night the staff was willing to let me have another blanket. I expected better food. In the pho I had at the dining carriage, the meat in it was just hard skins with nothing to eat on them and impossible to chew it.
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, Train 6 beds cabin middle berth, Vietnam Rail, Mar 1, 2026
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Thomas F
In time and no problems
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, flight Economy, Vietnam Airlines, Nov 21, 2025
JH
Jocelyn H
On time. Great service.
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, flight Economy, Vietnam Airlines, Nov 21, 2025
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Felix K
Get scammed at the start had to pay 200.000 Dong more. And the Bus throw us outside on the highway in HCM 20KM away from the Bus station 🤮
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, Bus Sleeper, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Nov 15, 2025
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Magdalena B
We were checking in by Viet who told us there is no such booking made. Then he found it but said that there is a problem with checking in luggage but then continued to weigh it. Then he said that I didn’t include my second name on the ticket and I have to go to customer desk to fix it. At the customer desk lady told us that she got information that our booking doesn’t exist and asked what help we needed. I showed her confirmation from 12Go.asia and then she said I have to pay extra to change the name which I did. With the receipt we went back to Viet where we waited for him to finish dealing with other passengers only to find out that our checking bags are not included and that we have to go back to SAME customer service desk to fix it. We went back to same lady, paid again (over 600k) and again waited to go back to Viet who had our passports. I understand the problem with not including second name (although other airlines did not have issues with it) and baggage policy which clearly we misunderstood but going back and forth was very unnecessary and stressful.
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, flight Economy, Bamboo Airways, Oct 29, 2025
JK
Jeremi K
Too strong air conditioning which lowered temperature strongly. It is too strong when you have top beds. The duvet cover was without duvet. While outside the temperature was around 30-28 celcius degree in the top bed it fall to 21 celcius degree (i had an infrared thermometer)
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, Train Level 3 6 beds compartment, Vietnam Rail, Oct 22, 2025
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Omar M
Normal flight , it was organized and clear .
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, flight Economy, VietJet Air, Sep 15, 2025
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Nicola K
Train from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City
Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, Train 1st Class Sleeper, Vietnam Railway, Sep 2, 2025
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How to get from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu

When you want to get from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Train

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. 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 129.96. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 40.41.

How far is Hanoi from Dien Bien Phu?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu. Your trip will be a total of 1148 miles (1846 km). The flying distance is 1145 miles (1842 km).

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu?

The travel time from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 37 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu?

The cost of the trip from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 40.41 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 129.96.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu:

  • Train tickets - USD 40.41 to USD 129.96;
  • Plane tickets - USD 46.22 to USD 87.81;

How many trips per day are there between Hanoi and Dien Bien Phu?

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

  • Flights from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City depart during the day - there are approximately 57 departures a day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 15 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 46.22.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

Bamboo Airways, VietJet Air (Công ty Cổ phần Hàng không VietJet), Vietnam Airlines, Vietravel Airlines

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 to Dien Bien Phu

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu? 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:

  • 70% users took a plane.
  • 30% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Dien Bien Phu

Cheapest Transport$41
Fastest Transport2h 10m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 PM
Departures per day72
Distance1846 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBamboo Airways, VietJet Air, Vietnam Railways