Night trains and sleeper trains from Lao Cai to Hanoi
16 trains from Lao Cai to Hanoi run overnight or offer sleeper berths, leaving between 12:05 and 21:50. The lowest fare is 223,000 VND on SP8 (departs 12:05).
Night train summary
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Night and sleeper trains, cheapest first
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| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fare classes (per adult) |
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| SP8 Cheapest Sleeper Vietnam Railways | 12:05 | 19:30 | 7h 25m |
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| SP4 Sleeper Vietnam Railways | 21:50 | 05:40+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP8 Sleeper Family Express Train | 12:05 | 19:30 | 7h 25m |
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| SP8 Sleeper King Sapa Train | 12:05 | 19:30 | 7h 25m |
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| SP8 Sleeper Fanxipan Express | 12:05 | 19:30 | 7h 25m |
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| SP4 Sleeper King Sapa Train | 21:50 | 05:40+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP4 Sleeper Fanxipan Express | 21:50 | 05:40+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP8 Sleeper Charmy Express | 12:05 | 19:30 | 7h 25m |
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| SP8 Sleeper Damitrans Express | 12:05 | 19:30 | 7h 25m |
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| SP8 Sleeper New Livitrans Express | 12:05 | 19:30 | 7h 25m |
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| SP4 Sleeper Charmy Express | 21:50 | 05:40+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP4 Sleeper Damitrans Express | 21:50 | 05:40+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP4 Sleeper Sapaly Express | 21:50 | 05:40+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP16 Sleeper Chapa Express | 21:25 | 05:15+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP4 Sleeper Laman Express | 21:50 | 05:40+1 day | 7h 50m |
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| SP16 Sleeper Tonkin Heritage Express | 21:25 | 05:15+1 day | 7h 50m |
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Timetable sampled on 3 upcoming days and updated 2026-10-16 03:13. Ticket prices are per adult. A service fee and payment fees may be added at checkout and vary by payment method. Check live availability for your date.
Choosing a night train
- A sleeper berth costs more than a seat, but you travel while you sleep and save a night in a hotel.
- Lower berths and cheaper classes sell out first on busy dates, so book early.
- Check the arrival time: some night trains arrive very early in the morning.
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Frequently asked questions
Which night train from Lao Cai to Hanoi is the cheapest?
The lowest fare we have is 223,000 VND on SP8, departing at 12:05 (Sleeper 4-Berth). Fares change by date, so pick your date above to see the fares for that day.
What time do night trains from Lao Cai to Hanoi leave?
They leave between 12:05 and 21:50: 12:05, 12:05, 12:05, 12:05, 12:05, 12:05, 12:05, 21:25, 21:25, 21:50, 21:50, 21:50, 21:50, 21:50, 21:50, 21:50.
How long does the night train from Lao Cai to Hanoi take?
The journey takes about 7h 25m on the quickest service and 7h 50m on the slowest.
Is there a sleeper berth on the train from Lao Cai to Hanoi?
Yes. Sleeper classes available: Sleeper 4-Berth, Sleeper 4-Berth (Shared cabin), Deluxe 4-Berth (Shared cabin), Indigo 4-Berth (Shared cabin).
How do I book?
Choose your travel date on this page, click Check availability & book, and complete the booking online.