Haiphong to Hanoi by train
Hanoi lies 89 km (55 mi) west of Haiphong, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 17 min at the speeds typical of Vietnam rail, over roughly 109 km (68 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Haiphong | Hanoi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Vietnam |
| Population | 2.6 million | 8.1 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 10 m (33 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
| Stations on record | none listed | Gia Lâm railway station, Văn Điển railway station, Giáp Bát Station |
Where to book trains from Haiphong to Hanoi
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Staying in Hanoi
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Common questions
How far is Hanoi from Haiphong?
89 km (55 mi) in a straight line, west of Haiphong; by road roughly 109 km (68 mi).
How long does it take to get from Haiphong to Hanoi by train?
About 1 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Haiphong and Hanoi?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
Where can I stay in Hanoi?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.