Hanoi to Yên Bái train with Vietnam Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanoi to Yên Bái

Showing times and prices for Mar 21

Cheapest price

€17

Average price

€17

Fastest journey

3 h 22 m

Average duration

3 h 33 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

126 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanoi to Yên Bái is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Hanoi to Yên Bái will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.

Fast trains

Of the 3 trains that leave Hanoi for Yên Bái on Sat, Mar 21, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sat, Mar 21 the direct trains cover the 126 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .

On Sat, Mar 21 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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
09:58PM3h22
Hanoi Gia Lam Station
01:20AMYen Bai
171One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
10:23PM3h44
Hanoi Gia Lam Station
02:07AMYen Bai
171One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
11:03PM3h32
Hanoi Gia Lam Station
02:35AMYen Bai
171One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Hanoi to Yên Bái

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hanoi to Yên Bái 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 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €17.

Distance: 126 km

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Bus

€17

Average price

€5

Average price

Cheapest

4h 3m

Average total duration

3h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 17m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 47m

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30m

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Live departures

Hanoi to Yên Bái train times

The table below shows live departures for Hanoi to Yên Bái trains for today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 6:59 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Vietnam Railways9:58 PM Hanoi Gia Lam Station
3h22
1:20 AM Yen Bai0 transfersDirect
Vietnam Railways10:23 PM Hanoi Gia Lam Station
3h44
2:07 AM Yen Bai0 transfersDirect
Vietnam Railways11:03 PM Hanoi Gia Lam Station
3h32
2:35 AM Yen Bai0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Hanoi to Yên Bái

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Trains from Hanoi to Yên Bái run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:42, the last at 15:42. The fastest train covers the 126 km distance in 3h 22m.

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 €5
Distance
126 km
Average train duration
3h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
€17
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
3h 22m
First train
15:42
Last train
15:42
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 €5

Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Hanoi to Yên Bái trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Hanoi and Yên Bái from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Vietnam Railways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 22m
Cheapest Price
€17
Vietnam Railways frequency
3 a day

FAQs: Trains from Hanoi to Yên Bái

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanoi to Yên Bái 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 Yên Bái, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Hanoi to Yên Bái can start from as little as €17 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Hanoi to Yên Bái is €17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Hanoi to Yên Bái is 3h 22m to travel the 126 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest train from Hanoi to Yên Bái leaves at 3:42 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Hanoi to Yên Bái leaves at 3:42 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Hanoi to Yên Bái with Vietnam Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Hanoi to Yên Bái, you can count on Vietnam Railways for the best way to get you to Yên Bái. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Hanoi and Yên Bái and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Yên Bái from Hanoi is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 22m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Hanoi to Yên Bái is July.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Hanoi and Yên Bái including taking a train and bus.

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