Hanoi–Thái Nguyên Weekend Tourist Trains to Begin Running November 14

Vietnam’s railway sector plans to run QT1/QT2 trains between Hanoi and Thái Nguyên every Saturday and Sunday from November 14, 2026, combining rail travel with connecting road transport for tourists. The train will have five carriages with soft seats and one communal carriage, where passengers can enjoy tea and sample foods made with green tea.

The QT1/QT2 trains combine rail travel with tea culture, dining and sightseeing.（VietVance）

The trains are scheduled to stop at Hanoi, Long Biên, Đông Anh, Phổ Yên and Lưu Xá stations. QT1 will leave Hanoi station at 6:25 a.m. and arrive at Lưu Xá at 8:25 a.m.; in the opposite direction, QT2 will leave Lưu Xá at 8:50 a.m. and arrive at Hanoi station at 10:50 a.m.

After arriving in Thái Nguyên, passengers can travel by car to local attractions according to their own plans or a prebooked itinerary. The railway sector and Thái Nguyên’s tourism authorities have jointly designed tours featuring local cultural and dining experiences. Passengers can return the same day or stay overnight and take the train back the following morning.

The full Hanoi–Lưu Xá train fare is VND 180,000 per person. Passengers can buy train tickets separately or book a tour package. The railway sector is offering a buy-two-get-one-free deal for groups of three and a buy-four-get-two-free deal for groups of six. Groups of seven or more receive discounts of 15% to 30%, depending on group size and when tickets are purchased. Passengers buying round-trip tickets receive a 10% discount on the return fare.

Source: VietVance