Prices at a glance, November 2026
One table by category. Lines sourced to Numbeo are crowd-sourced averages and move from month to month; ticket and transport lines come from the operators. Where an average and an operator price differ, budget on the operator price for tickets and on the average for food and drinks.
| Item | Price | Source and date |
|---|---|---|
| Cappuccino | 48,912 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Egg coffee | 25,000 to 50,000 VND | Undated guide, read October 2026 |
| Meal, inexpensive restaurant | 50,000 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Meal for two, mid-range restaurant, three courses, no drinks | 600,000 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Draft beer, 0.5 L | 30,000 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Soft drink, 0.33 L | 12,875 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Bottled water, 0.33 L | 8,250 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Public transport, single ticket | 10,000 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Metro line 2A, single ticket | 9,000 to 19,000 VND by distance | Local press, August 2025 |
| Public transport, monthly pass | 280,000 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 |
| Taxi, start fare / per km | 24,000 VND / 15,000 VND | Numbeo, 10 November 2026 (taxi guide, October 2026: starting fare 11,000 to 15,000 VND) |
| Hotel night, dorm bed / mid-range double | 120,000-200,000 VND / 50-110 USD | Budget guide, October 2026 |
| Ticket to the main museums | 40,000 to 100,000 VND | Museum ticket offices, 2026 |
Eating and drinking
| Item | Price | Source and date of the figure |
|---|---|---|
| Egg coffee | 25,000 to 50,000 VND | Undated guide, read October 2026 |
| Street meal (pho, banh mi, bun cha) | 25,000 to 50,000 VND | Travel guide, October 2026 |
| Bowl of pho on a very touristy street | 60,000 to 95,000 VND | Travel guide, October 2026 |
| Restaurant meal | 100,000 to 250,000 VND | Travel guide, October 2026 |
| Water, coffee and snacks, per day | 100,000 to 200,000 VND | Travel guide, October 2026 |
| Guided street food tour, small group | About 10 to 25 USD per person | Booking offers, October 2026 |
Getting around and connectivity
| Item | Price | Source and date of the figure |
|---|---|---|
| Short Grab ride in the Old Quarter | 1 to 3 USD | Guide, 2025 |
| Metered taxi, starting fare | Around 11,000 to 15,000 VND | Taxi guide, October 2026 |
| Airport (Noi Bai) to the centre by bus 86 | 45,000 to 50,000 VND | Several sources, October 2026 |
| Airport to the centre by Grab | About 250,000 to 350,000 VND | Airport guide, October 2026 |
| Airport to the centre by official taxi | About 300,000 to 400,000 VND | Airport guide, October 2026 |
| Metro line 2A, single ticket | 9,000 to 19,000 VND by distance | Local press, August 2025 |
| Physical SIM, 30 days, city shop | About 150,000 to 200,000 VND | SIM guide, October 2026 |
| Physical SIM, 30 days, airport | About 250,000 to 300,000 VND | SIM guide, October 2026 |
| eSIM, 30 days | 19.90 USD (one example) | SIM guide, October 2026 |
Hotels and day trips
| Item | Price | Source and date of the figure |
|---|---|---|
| Dorm bed, Old Quarter | 120,000 to 200,000 VND (8 to 12 USD) | Budget guide, October 2026 |
| Mid-range hotel, double | 50 to 110 USD a night | Budget guide, October 2026 |
| Ha Long Bay day cruise | About 23 to 75 USD | Booking offers, October 2026 |
| Sapa trek, 2 days (transport excluded) | About 63 to 105 USD | Booking offers, October 2026 |
| Fansipan cable car, return | 800,000 to 850,000 VND | Guides, 2026 (operator Sun World adjusts prices) |
Entry fees site by site are in the official entry fees guide.
FAQ
How much is a beer in Hanoi? A draft beer (0.5 L) averages 30,000 VND and a cappuccino 48,912 VND.
How much cash do I need per day? About 25 to 40 USD on a tight budget and 60 to 100 USD mid-range, excluding tours.
Is Grab cheaper than a taxi? The app shows the price before the ride, which avoids disputes and rigged meters.
Do these prices change? Yes. Confirm with the app, the menu or the ticket office.
For the full picture, see the Hanoi travel budget, airport to the city centre, SIM and eSIM in Vietnam, egg coffee and hidden fees.
The Hanoi Authority editorial team, 12 November 2026.
