Hanoi to Yen Bai

Hanoi to Yen Bai

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Hanoi to Yen Bai Schedule

Hanoi to Yen Bai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Grouptour VIP16 Express 06:00 - 12:00VND 2,990k
Techbus VN JSC Sleeper 41 Express 08:30 - 15:30VND 483k
Duc Duong Bus Sleeper 40 10:00 - 15:30VND 448k
Techbus VN JSC Sleeper 40 17:45 - 00:45VND 380k
Duc Duong Bus Sleeper 40 19:45 - 01:15VND 448k
Vietnam Railways Cabin 2x 21:58 - 01:20VND 642k
Vietnam Railways Cabin 2x 22:11 - 01:20VND 625k

Transportation from Hanoi to Yen Bai

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Yen Bai

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport3h 10m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day2
Distance159 kilometers
Transport CompaniesDuc Duong Bus, Grouptour, Sao Viet, Techbus VN JSC, Vietnam Railways

How to get from Hanoi to Yen Bai

Travelling between Hanoi and Yen Bai is possible by Bus, train, van and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 25.09 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 19.37.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Yen Bai?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 7 hours to travel between Hanoi and Yen Bai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Hanoi and Yen Bai. Bus will bring you to your destination in 3h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 7h to reach Yen Bai.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Yen Bai?

Travelling between Hanoi and Yen Bai can be as cheap as USD 19.37 if you opt for a Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam) train and as expensive as USD 25.09 if you buy a Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam) Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Hanoi and Yen Bai ?

  • 2 from Hanoi to Yen Bai starting from 22:00 Hanoi until 22:00 Hanoi

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Hanoi to Yen Bai.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Hanoi to Yen Bai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Hanoi and Yen Bai

Duc Duong Bus, Sao Viet (Sao Việt), Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Hanoi and Yen Bai

Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour)

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Hanoi to Yen Bai?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 47% bought a taxi ride
  • 47% chosen Bus+Van
  • 5% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other