Đông Anh to Lào Cai train with Vietnam Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Đông Anh to Lào Cai

Showing times and prices for Feb 04

Cheapest price

€28

Average price

€28

Fastest journey

8 h 42 m

Average duration

8 h 42 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

245 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Đông Anh 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 Đông Anh to Lào Cai will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Đông Anh for Lào Cai on Wed, Feb 04, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Feb 04 the direct trains cover the 245 km distance in an average of 8 h 42 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 42 m .

On Wed, Feb 04 the slowest trains will take 8 h 42 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.

ESBT_7175
10:00PM8h42
Hanoi Railway Station
06:42AMLao Cai Railway Station
281One-way
0 transfers
ESBT_7175
10:40PM8h42
Hanoi Railway Station
07:22AMLao Cai Railway Station
281One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Đông Anh to Lào Cai

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Đông Anh to Lào Cai among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 7m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €27.

Distance: 245 km

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Train
Bus

€27

Average price

€13

Average price

Cheapest

9h 12m

Average total duration

8h 42m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

5h 37m

Average total duration

Fastest

5h 7m

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30m

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Live departures

Đông Anh to Lào Cai train times

The table below shows live departures for Đông Anh to Lào Cai trains for today, Tuesday, February 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 3:22 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
ESBT_71753:40 PM Hanoi Railway Station
8h42
12:22 AM Lao Cai Railway Station0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, February 4
ESBT_71753:00 PM Hanoi Railway Station
8h42
11:42 PM Lao Cai Railway Station0 transfersDirect

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Đông Anh to Lào Cai

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Trains from Đông Anh to Lào Cai run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €27 but you can travel from only €11 by bus.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:05, the last at 22:40. The fastest train covers the 245 km distance in 8h 42m.

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 €11
Distance
245 km
Average train duration
8h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
€27
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
8h 42m
First train
12:05
Last train
22:40
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 €11

Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Đông Anh to Lào Cai trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Đông Anh and Lào Cai from €11. 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
6h 57m
Cheapest Price
€20
Vietnam Railways frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Đông Anh to Lào Cai

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Đông Anh 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
Cheap train tickets from Đông Anh to Lào Cai can start from as little as €27 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Đông Anh to Lào Cai is €28; 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 Đông Anh to Lào Cai is 8h 42m to travel the 245 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 Đông Anh to Lào Cai leaves at 12:05 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Đông Anh to Lào Cai leaves at 10:40 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Đông Anh to Lào Cai with Vietnam Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Đông Anh to Lào Cai, you can count on Vietnam Railways for the best way to get you to Lào Cai. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service between Đông Anh and Lào Cai and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Lào Cai from Đông Anh is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 8h 42m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Đông Anh to Lào Cai is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Đông Anh and Lào Cai including taking a train and bus.

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