Main railway station for trains to Sapa, Hue, Da Nang, and Ho Chi Minh City.

About Hanoi Railway Station

Ga Hà Nội (Hanoi Railway Station) is the northern terminus of Vietnam's national railway network, a French colonial-era station on Lê Duẩn Street near the Old Quarter. It is the starting point for some of Southeast Asia's most iconic train journeys: the overnight sleeper to Sapa (8 hours through mountain scenery), the Reunification Express to Ho Chi Minh City (30-33 hours along the coast), and trains to Huế (13 hours) and Đà Nẵng (16 hours).

The station itself is modest, with separate ticket offices for northbound (Station B, across the street) and southbound services. The famous Hanoi Train Street—where the railway tracks run between houses just inches from front doors—is a short walk south of the station, though access is increasingly restricted for safety.

The surrounding area on Lê Duẩn and Trần Hưng Đạo streets has budget hotels, local restaurants, and is within walking distance of the Old Quarter (15 minutes) and Hoàn Kiếm Lake (20 minutes).

Nearby Landmarks

Hanoi Train Street Hanoi Railway Station Hoàn Kiếm Lake Temple of Literature

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost 300,000-450,000 VND ($13-18)
Time 35-45 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost $12-16 (via Grab)
Time 35-45 minutes

Arrivals level

Step-by-Step Directions

Take Bus 86 to the Old Quarter terminus, then a short taxi or walk to the station. Alternatively Bus 7 runs closer to the station but is slower.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi 300,000-450,000 VND ($13-18) 35-45 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare $12-16 (via Grab) 35-45 minutes Budget-conscious, app users

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

Taxis and Grab operate 24/7 from Noi Bai Airport. A nighttime taxi to the railway station costs VND 300,000-400,000 ($12-16). Many overnight trains depart between 8-10 PM, so evening airport arrivals can connect conveniently. The station area has food stalls open late.

Luggage Tips

Taxis handle luggage easily for the drive. Hanoi Railway Station has no luggage storage (arrive ready to board). Sleeper trains have bunks with under-bed storage for bags. If your train departs hours later, nearby hotels offer hourly luggage storage.

Accessibility

The airport taxi is the accessible option. Hanoi Railway Station has some ramps but limited wheelchair facilities. Train carriages have narrow doors and no wheelchair spaces. Contact Vietnam Railways in advance for any accessibility needs. The station area sidewalks are cluttered with vendors.