Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai train with Vietnam Railways

Sun, May 17
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai

Showing times and prices for May 17

Cheapest price

€20

Average price

€20

Fastest journey

6 h 3 m

Average duration

6 h 11 m

Trains per day

2

Distance

214 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vĩnh Yên 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 Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €20.

Fast trains

Of the 2 trains that leave Vĩnh Yên for Lào Cai on Sun, May 17, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Sun, May 17 the direct trains cover the 214 km distance in an average of 6 h 11 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 3 m .

On Sun, May 17 the slowest trains will take 6 h 18 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
    11:12 PM6h03
    Vinh Yen
    5:15 AMSapa Lao Cai
    201One-way
    0 transfers
  • Vietnam Railways
    11:37 PM6h18
    Vinh Yen
    5:55 AMSapa Lao Cai
    201One-way
    0 transfers

Journey information

Overview: Train from Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai

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Trains from Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai run on average 5 times per day, taking around 8h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 if you book in advance.

There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 12:05, the last at 21:30. The fastest train covers the 214 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
Distance
214 km
Average train duration
8h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
€28
Trains per day
5
Direct trains
5
Fastest train
8h 42m
First train
12:05 PM
Last train
9:30 PM
Cheapest Month
Feb
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
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

Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Vĩnh Yên and Lào Cai from €28. 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
6h 3m
Cheapest Price
€19
Vietnam Railways frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vĩnh Yên 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 Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai can start from as little as €28 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai is €35; 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 Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai is 8h 42m to travel the 214 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 Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai leaves at 12:05 PM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The latest train from Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai leaves at 9:30 PM.
Yes,there are 5 direct trains a day from Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai with Vietnam Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Vĩnh Yên 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 Vĩnh Yên and Lào Cai and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
A trip to Lào Cai from Vĩnh Yên 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 Vĩnh Yên to Lào Cai is February.
Yes, you can take a train between Vĩnh Yên and Lào Cai.

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