Phú Thọ to Lào Cai train with Vietnam Railways

Wed, Nov 05
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai

Showing times and prices for Nov 05

Cheapest price

€12

Average price

€12

Fastest journey

5 h 13 m

Average duration

5 h 53 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

177 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Phú Thọ 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 Phú Thọ to Lào Cai will cost around €12 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Phú Thọ for Lào Cai on Wed, Nov 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Wed, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 177 km distance in an average of 5 h 53 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 13 m .

On Wed, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 6 h 33 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
12:42AM5h13
Phú Thọ
05:55AMSapa Lao Cai
121One-way
0 transfers
Vietnam Railways
11:52PM6h33
Phú Thọ
06:25AMSapa Lao Cai
121One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Phú Thọ to Lào Cai

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai 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 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 177 km

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€12

Average price

€6

Average price

Cheapest

6h 23m

Average total duration

5h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 19m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 49m

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30m

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Phú Thọ to Lào Cai train times

Showing trains for today, Tuesday, November 4
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Tickets
Vietnam Railways11:52 PM Phú Thọ
6h33
6:25 AM Sapa Lao Cai0 transfersDirect
Wednesday, November 5
Vietnam Railways12:42 AM Phú Thọ
5h13
5:55 AM Sapa Lao Cai0 transfersDirect

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Overview: Train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai

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Trains from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
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
177 km
Average train duration
5h 53m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Trains per day
1
Direct trains
1
Fastest train
5h 13m
First train
00:42
Last train
23:52
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 Phú Thọ to Lào Cai trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Phú Thọ and Lào Cai from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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Average Duration
5h 13m
Cheapest Price
€12
Vietnam Railways frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Trains from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai

FAQs: Travel by train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai.
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Cheap train tickets from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai can start from as little as €12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Phú Thọ to Lào Cai is €12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai is on average 5 h 13 min   for the 177 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai leaves at 00: 42. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai leaves at 23: 52.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai without having to change trains with Vietnam Railways. There is 1 direct train from Phú Thọ to Lào Cai each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the best Phú Thọ to Lào Cai train to buy, you can travel safely and comfortably with Vietnam Railways. However, it's always good to check all possible train companies with services between Phú Thọ and Lào Cai to compare what amenities they may offer.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 52.
You have options as you can travel between Phú Thọ and Lào Cai 2 different ways: train or coach.

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