The cheapest and fastest trains from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
6 h 22 m
Average duration
6 h 22 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
214 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Lào Cai for Vĩnh Yên on Mon, Nov 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 6 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 22 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 22 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.


Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 3h 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 214 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€16 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
6h 52m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 20m Average total duration Fastest 3h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên train times
The table below shows live departures for Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:30 PM Sapa Lao Cai | 6h22 | 3:52 AM Vinh Yen | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên
Trains from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên run on average 5 times per day, taking around 6h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 22:00, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 214 km distance in 6h 22m.
Distance 214 km |
Average train duration 6h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 6h 22m |
First train 22:00 |
Last train 22:40 |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Lào Cai and Vĩnh Yên from €7. 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 Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lào Cai to Vĩnh Yên 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 Vĩnh Yên, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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