Vietnam Trains

Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet train tickets

The Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet train runs once a day. The journey covers 185 km by rail. The journey takes 3h57m. Tickets start from 299,930 VND (US$ 11.61) .

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1 train daily
3h57m journey
from 299,930 VND (US$ 11.61) per seat
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2026 schedule

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Every departure running this route right now, with live VNR fares. The overnight services save you a night of accommodation.

Train Times Duration Classes Days From *
SPT2 06:45 → 10:42 3h57m
Sleeper 4-Berth Sleeper 2-Berth (VIP) Seat
M T W T F S S
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* Cheapest fare of the week from 26-10-2026 to 01-11-2026.

Booking the overnight service? See our full guide to Vietnam's sleeper trains for cabin types, fares and what a night on board is really like.

Verified VNR schedules. Times and fares pulled live from Vietnam Railways, not estimates. Last verified: 20/10/2026

Route facts

Departure
06:45
Train
SPT2 · 3h57m
Overnight sleeper
No, daytime trains only
Cheapest class
Seatfrom 299,930 VND (US$ 11.61)
Rail distance
185 km
Choose your comfort

Which class to book.

The 4-berth sleeper is the choice of most international travelers. Lower berths sell out the fastest, so book them first.

Most popular Sleeper 4-Berth

Sleeper 4-Berth

Lockable cabin, soft beds, A/C, power outlets and privacy.

Best for couples & families overnight
Sleeper 6-Berth

Sleeper 6-Berth

Compact bunks, firmer mattresses, A/C. The social budget pick.

Best for solo backpackers
Soft Seat

Soft Seat

Reclining cushioned seat, arm-rests and tray table.

Best for daytime trains
Seat

Seat

Standard reclining seat. The cheapest way to ride.

Best for short, budget trips

Price per class

Class From Up to
Seat SPT2 299,930 VND (US$ 11.61) 299,930 VND (US$ 11.61)
Sleeper 4-Berth SPT2 371,360 VND (US$ 14.37) 371,360 VND (US$ 14.37)
Sleeper 2-Berth (VIP) SPT2 687,216 VND (US$ 26.59) 687,216 VND (US$ 26.59)

Per person, one way, from the current Vietnam Railways timetable. The price varies by train, so pick yours when you book.

Onboard

What it's like on the train.

Vietnam Railways has steadily refreshed its carriages, and the air-conditioned classes are comfortable, practical, and better equipped than most first-time travellers expect.

Power, Wi-Fi and comfort

Air-conditioned carriages have 220V sockets for charging phones and laptops, shared between seats or fitted inside sleeper cabins. Bring a universal adapter, as some sockets take the local two-pin plug. Onboard Wi-Fi is patchy and drops out on rural and mountain stretches, so download anything you want to watch or listen to before you board. The air-conditioning runs cold overnight; a light layer or a scarf makes the difference on the long-distance services.

Food and drink

A trolley service passes through the carriages with hot drinks, instant noodles, soft drinks and snacks, and most long-distance trains also have a small dining car. Prices are low but the choice is limited, so it pays to bring your own. Grab fresh fruit, a sandwich or local street food from the station or a nearby shop before departure. It's cheaper, better, and turns a plain trolley meal into a proper picnic with a view.

Luggage

There is no luggage check-in: you keep your bags with you. Each passenger can bring up to 20kg of luggage. Keep valuables, documents and electronics in a small bag you hold onto for the journey.

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Good to know

The practical details.

Onboard

Sleepers have bedding, A/C. A/C gets cold overnight, bring a layer. Food trolley and power outlets in 4-berth.

ID & tickets

Bring your passport, the name must match your ticket. QR e-ticket on your phone, no printout needed.

Changes & refunds

Cancellations allowed under certain conditions; changes aren't permitted. Full policy shown before you pay.

Best time to travel

November to April is the dry season and the most comfortable. Book 3+ weeks ahead in July-August peak.

Booking window

How far ahead can you book?

You can book this route up to 44 days before departure. Here is how the Vietnam Railways sales window works, and how to secure your preferred seats the moment they open.

When tickets go on sale

Vietnam Railways releases seats up to 44 days before the departure date. If your travel date is further out, trains will display with a "Not open yet" status, this is normal and means tickets are not yet available. When the window opens, all seats become available at once. Popular services, especially 4-berth soft sleepers and lower berths, sell out quickly during Tet, summer, and public holidays, so securing your spot early is essential.

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Where to go

Your stations.

Ho Chi Minh

1 Nguyen Thong Street, Ward 9, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam

Phan Thiet

Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam Arrive 30-60 min before departure.

Before you book

Quick answers.

How many trains run from Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet each day?

One train runs daily from Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet.

How long does the Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet train take?

The Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet train takes 3h57m on the SPT2, the only service on this route.

How much is a Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet train ticket?

Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet train tickets start from 299,930 VND (US$ 11.61), with higher fares for premium classes.

Is there an overnight train from Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet?

No. All trains between Ho Chi Minh and Phan Thiet are daytime seating services; there are no overnight sleeper cabins on this route.

How far is Phan Thiet from Ho Chi Minh?

The rail distance from Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet is about 185 km.

Which station do Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet trains depart from?

Trains depart from Ho Chi Minh Railway Station (Ga Sài Gòn), 1 Nguyen Thong Street, Ward 9, District 3, Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure to complete boarding.

Where do Ho Chi Minh to Phan Thiet trains arrive?

Trains arrive at Phan Thiet Railway Station (Ga Phan Thiết), Phan Thiet City, Binh Thuan Province, Vietnam.

Do I need a Vietnamese phone number or SIM card to book?

No. You can book with any email address and pay by international card, no Vietnamese phone number or local SIM required.

How do I receive my train ticket?

Your ticket is delivered as a QR code by email. Show it on your phone at the station; there is no need to print anything or collect a paper ticket.

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About the author

Maxence Decamp, founder of YesMyTrips, on a boat in Southeast Asia.

Maxence Decamp

French, based in Southeast Asia since 2017, now living in Vietnam

I spent six years in transport booking across Southeast Asia before founding YesMyTrips in 2025. In those years I saw too many travellers arrive at the wrong station in Hanoi or Saigon, miss their train, or pay two or three times the real fare because of contradictory information found online. The platform exists to make booking simple and reliable, with inventory connected live to the official Vietnam Railways system.

This editorial site exists for a different reason. Most English language guides to Vietnamese trains are generic, copied from one blog to the next, and often wrong. Here I publish data checked against the official Vietnam Railways system, and I write the guides from riding the routes myself, not from a search engine.

This blog combines YesMyTrips' regularly verified data and my own travel notes, route by route.