Hanoi To Sapa Trains | Tickets, Price & Schedule (2024)

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1. Introduce Hanoi to Sapa trains

Distance: 296km
Trains: King Express, Sapaly Express, Chapa Express, Fansipan Express, Victoria Express, Oriental Express, Laman Express, Livitrans Express, The Pumpkin Express, Flamboyant Train
Ticket price: 600,000 VND – 2,900,000 VND
Pick up/drop off station: Hanoi Railway Station – Lao Cai Station
Travel time: 8h – 9h

2. Hanoi to Sapa trains price & schedule

Train Name	Train No	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Fare
King Express	SP1	21:10	5:40	790,000 VND
King Express	SP3	22:00	6:10	790,000 VND
Sapaly Express	SP3	22:00	6:10	900,000 VND
Chapa Express	SP3	22:00	5:55	950,000 VND
Fansipan Express	SP1	21:35	5:30	950,000 VND
Victoria Express	SP3	22:00	6:10	2,900,000 VND
Oriental Express	SP1	22:00	6:10	880,000 VND
Laman Express	SP3	22:00	6:05	1,025,000 VND
Livitrans Express	SP1	21:35	5:30	600,000 VND
The Pumpkin Express	SP1	21:35	5:30	830,000 VND
Flamboyant Train	SP3	22:00	6:10	580,000 VND

3. The best Hanoi to Sapa overnight trains

3.1. King Express – 3-star Hanoi to Sapa train

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	One-way	790,000 VND
Tran Quy Cap Station	Round trip	1,580,000 VND

*Note:

– 4-bed compartment

– Free drinking water, cold towel

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

King Express is a 3-star Hanoi to Sapa train. This train’s interior is elegant and opulent. All beds, walls, and floors are clad in dark wood. Each cabin is like a self-contained mini-hotel with 4 beds or 2 beds. The cabins are fully equipped with reading lights, air conditioning, blankets, pillows, and blinds.

The restrooms on the King Express train are really clean, and there is enough hot water to serve passengers during the trip. The enthusiastic attitude of employees is also a plus. Also, compared to the market, the cost of a ticket from Hanoi to Sapa provided by King Express is extremely low.

3.2. Sapaly Express

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	Soft Berth (4)	900,000 VND
Tran Quy Cap Station	VIP Berth (2)	1,800,000 VND

*Note:

– One-way ticket is available.

– Ticket price includes snacks and drinks, excluding meals

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

– WC is not a cabin

Sapaly Express Train is a prestigious and quality brand chosen by many visitors. Sapaly Express owns two luxury carriages. This Hanoi to Sapa train has a total of 12 cabins divided into 2 main classes, including Soft Berth with 4 single beds, and VIP Berth with 2 single beds. Air conditioning, reading lights, flowers, and snacks are fully equipped.

3.3. Chapa Express – The best Hanoi to Sapa train

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	Soft Berth (4)	950,000 VND
Tran Quy Cap Station	VIP Berth (2)	1,500,000 VND

*Note:

– One-way tickets and round-trip tickets are available.

– Ticket price includes cake, snacks, and drinks

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

– WC is not a cabin

“Good facilities, professional services!”, “Fantastic cabin and service throughout!” are the compliments of customers for Chapa Express Train. This is one of the most modern tourist trains on the Hanoi – Sapa route.

The design of the Chapa Express train is inspired by the stilted houses of Northwest Vietnam. Every detail in each cabin is related to the culture of the Sapa people. “Bring Sapa to your cabin” is the most accurate review for Chapa Express.

3.4. Fansipan Express

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	Soft Berth (4)	950,000 VND
Tran Quy Cap Station	VIP Berth (2)	1,900,000 VND

*Note:

– One-way tickets and round-trip tickets are available.

– Ticket price includes snacks and drinks in each berth

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

– WC is not a cabin

Fansipan Express Train is fully furnished with the necessary facilities for visitors to have a comfortable night from Hanoi to Sapa. The ship moves smoothly, without trembling. The staff is gentle and welcoming, always ready to support customers when you need them. The Fansipan Express has a mobile bar serving snacks and drinks (additional charge).

3.5. Victoria Express

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	Superior (4 berths)	2,900,000 VND
Tran Quy Cap Station	VIP (2 berths)	4,700,000 VND

*Note:

– Only customers who book at Victoria Sapa Resort can book Victoria Express tickets

– There is a shuttle bus from restaurants, hotels, homestays … to the train station

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

Hanoi to Sapa train – Victoria Express has 14 4-star rooms with a capacity of up to 40 passengers. Customers are intended to have complete quiet in soundproofed rooms. Cleanliness, first-rate amenities, and friendly staff are big pluses. In addition, there is one upscale restaurant on the Victoria train.

3.6. Orient Express Train – Hanoi to Sapa

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	Luxury 4 Berth Cabin	880,000 VND
Tran Quy Cap Station	VIP 2 Berth Cabin	1,800,000 VND

*Note:

– Must book the ticket in advance

– Ticket price excludes meals but includes snacks and drinks

– Children under 5 years old and shorter than 1m are free of charge.

Orient Express Train is a subsidiary of Hanoi Railways Transport Joint Stock Company. This is one of the oldest train lines in Vietnam. The facilities and services on board the Orient are all off 3-star standards. The biggest advantage of this train is its cost-effectiveness.

3.7. Laman Express

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Mango Hotel, 118 Le Duan, Hanoi	Deluxe Cabin	1,025,000 VND
Mango Hotel, 118 Le Duan, Hanoi	VIP Cabin	2,050,000 VND

*Note:

– Ticket price includes snacks and drinks in each berth

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

– WC is not a cabin

Laman Express is the newest Hanoi to Sapa train currently. Orienting in 2019, Laman Express has 8 carriages, each consisting of 6 modern cabins. The entire interior is the latest model, promising to give customers the best experience. However, the train will only run 2nd and second every week. From 13/10/2023, the train will depart daily.

3.8. Livitrans Express

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Hanoi Station	Tourist Cabin	600,000 VND
Hanoi Station	VIP Cabin	1,200,000 VND

*Note:

– Ticket price includes snacks and drinks in each berth

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

– WC is not a cabin

With up to 3.4m2 of space, Livitrans Express Train provides passengers with the roomiest rest area. You’ll be sleeping in a cozy bed. Large windows in every cabin enable guests to take in the breathtaking scenery as they travel. Traditional Vietnamese cuisine is served in a small restaurant on board.

3.9. The Pumpkin Express

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	Deluxe 4 Berth	830,000 VND
Tran Quy Cap Station	VIP 2 Berth	1,660,000 VND

*Note:

– Ticket price includes snacks and drinks in each berth

– Children under 5 years old are free of charge.

– WC is not a cabin

The Pumpkin Express has 7 cabins with 28 clean, fully equipped beds. The train is cleaned after each trip to ensure that it gives customers the most comfortable resting space. Most of the interior of each cabin is wood paneled to create a cozy feeling. The train departs daily from Tran Quy Cable station.

3.10. Flamboyant Express

Pick-up Point	Ticket Types	Fare
Tran Quy Cap Station	4 Berth Cabin	580,000 VND

*Note:

– Ticket price includes snacks and drinks in each berth

– Free of charge for children under 5 years old sharing parent‘s existing berths.

– WC is not a cabin

Flamboyant Express received many compliments for owning a spacious, modern cabin. The facilities on board are very new due to regular maintenance. Each cabin has 4 single beds. Guests will be provided with their own slippers, blankets, and pillows on board. Snacks and drinks have been prepared by the staff for you to use during your trip.

4. Some tips when traveling by Hanoi to Sapa trains

There are some tips you should remember to have a good experience when traveling by Hanoi to Sapa trains.

Firstly, make sure you remember exactly when the train leaves the station to have a reasonable travel plan.
Secondly, bring full identification to check-in.
Finally, buy tickets in advance if possible to avoid selling out of tickets.

Above is all information about the TOP 10 Hanoi to Sapa trains. Thank you for taking the time to read the article, and see you in the next one!