Vietnam train routes, prices and timetable
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Vietnam Railways (VNR) runs daily trains the length of the country on the North-South Reunification Express (SE1-SE9), plus regional lines to Sapa, Hai Phong and the coast. The full Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City run covers 1,726 km in roughly 32 to 39 hours; shorter hops like Da Nang to Hue or Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang take a few hours.
Four main fare classes, cheapest to priciest: hard seat, soft seat, 6-berth hard sleeper (full guide) and 4-berth soft sleeper, with a 2-berth VIP cabin on selected trains. Prices scale with distance, so a short leg costs a fraction of the full line.
Below: the full Hanoi ↔ Ho Chi Minh City timetable, fares for every class, the busiest routes on the network, and how to book.
| Operator | Vietnam Railways (VNR), state-owned, plus a handful of licensed private sleeper carriages on the same trains |
|---|---|
| Main line | North-South Reunification Express, Hanoi ↔ Ho Chi Minh City, 1,726 km |
| Train series | SE1-SE9 (Super Express, full line), plus SNT, SPT, HD and local services on regional legs |
| Classes | Hard seat, soft seat, 6-berth hard sleeper, 4-berth soft sleeper, 2-berth VIP cabin (select trains) |
| Fares from | Around 84,240 VND for a short hard-seat hop, up to roughly 4,594,320 VND for a VIP cabin on the full line |
| Key stations | Hanoi, Ninh Binh, Vinh, Dong Hoi, Hue, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City, Lao Cai (for Sapa) |
| Booking window | Up to 44 days before departure |
| Book online | YesMyTrips.com |
Below: fares for every class, the full Reunification Express timetable, the busiest routes on the network, and how to book.
Vietnam train timetables: departure and arrival times
Full departure and arrival times for every direct route between Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hue, Da Nang, Nha Trang, Ninh Binh, Lao Cai (for Sapa) and Hai Phong, sorted by departure time. Only one direction is shown per route; the return direction runs on a close mirror of the same schedule.
Da Nang ↔ Hanoi
7 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 16h08m to 19h15m, with fares from 572,400 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE6 | 02:01 | 19:14 | 17h13m | 695,520 VND (~US$ 26.77) | Book SE6 |
| SE10 | 08:59 | 03:40 (+1 day) | 18h41m | 591,840 VND (~US$ 22.78) | Book SE10 |
| SE4 | 12:28 | 04:36 (+1 day) | 16h08m | 621,000 VND (~US$ 23.90) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 13:21 | 05:42 (+1 day) | 16h21m | 684,720 VND (~US$ 26.35) | Book SE2 |
| SE20 | 18:00 | 11:10 (+1 day) | 17h10m | 1,018,440 VND (~US$ 39.19) | Book SE20 |
| JSE18 | 18:55 | 14:10 (+1 day) | 19h15m | 572,400 VND (~US$ 22.03) | Book JSE18 |
| SE8 | 23:41 | 16:20 (+1 day) | 16h39m | 628,560 VND (~US$ 24.19) | Book SE8 |
Da Nang ↔ Ho Chi Minh City
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 17h01m to 21h23m, with fares from 713,880 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE5 | 00:36 | 18:20 | 17h44m | 787,320 VND (~US$ 30.30) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 06:03 | 03:26 (+1 day) | 21h23m | 723,600 VND (~US$ 27.85) | Book SE9 |
| SE21 | 07:55 | 04:35 (+1 day) | 20h40m | 731,160 VND (~US$ 28.14) | Book SE21 |
| SE3 | 10:43 | 05:30 (+1 day) | 18h47m | 732,240 VND (~US$ 28.18) | Book SE3 |
| SE1 | 13:29 | 06:30 (+1 day) | 17h01m | 808,920 VND (~US$ 31.13) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 22:30 | 17:00 (+1 day) | 18h30m | 713,880 VND (~US$ 27.47) | Book SE7 |
Da Nang ↔ Hue
9 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 2h28m to 3h58m, with fares from 84,240 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE6 | 02:01 | 04:44 | 2h43m | 96,120 VND (~US$ 3.70) | Book SE6 |
| HD2 | 07:05 | 11:03 | 3h58m | 199,800 VND (~US$ 7.69) | Book HD2 |
| SE10 | 08:59 | 12:10 | 3h11m | 84,240 VND (~US$ 3.24) | Book SE10 |
| SE4 | 12:28 | 15:05 | 2h37m | 92,880 VND (~US$ 3.57) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 13:21 | 15:49 | 2h28m | 100,440 VND (~US$ 3.87) | Book SE2 |
| HD4 | 15:20 | 18:15 | 2h55m | 199,800 VND (~US$ 7.69) | Book HD4 |
| SE20 | 18:00 | 20:43 | 2h43m | 117,720 VND (~US$ 4.53) | Book SE20 |
| JSE18 | 18:55 | 21:38 | 2h43m | 86,400 VND (~US$ 3.32) | Book JSE18 |
| SE8 | 23:41 | 02:12 (+1 day) | 2h31m | 86,400 VND (~US$ 3.32) | Book SE8 |
Da Nang ↔ Nha Trang
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 9h06m to 11h23m, with fares from 474,120 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE5 | 00:36 | 10:17 | 9h41m | 594,000 VND (~US$ 22.86) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 06:03 | 16:52 | 10h49m | 482,760 VND (~US$ 18.58) | Book SE9 |
| SE21 | 07:55 | 19:18 | 11h23m | 495,720 VND (~US$ 19.08) | Book SE21 |
| SE3 | 10:43 | 21:05 | 10h22m | 474,120 VND (~US$ 18.25) | Book SE3 |
| SE1 | 13:29 | 22:35 | 9h06m | 522,720 VND (~US$ 20.12) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 22:30 | 08:40 (+1 day) | 10h10m | 538,920 VND (~US$ 20.74) | Book SE7 |
Da Nang ↔ Ninh Binh
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 13h43m to 16h31m, with fares from 489,240 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE6 | 02:01 | 16:52 | 14h51m | 595,080 VND (~US$ 22.90) | Book SE6 |
| SE4 | 12:28 | 02:11 (+1 day) | 13h43m | 546,480 VND (~US$ 21.03) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 13:21 | 03:21 (+1 day) | 14h00m | 604,800 VND (~US$ 23.27) | Book SE2 |
| SE20 | 18:00 | 07:59 (+1 day) | 13h59m | 943,920 VND (~US$ 36.33) | Book SE20 |
| JSE18 | 18:55 | 11:26 (+1 day) | 16h31m | 489,240 VND (~US$ 18.83) | Book JSE18 |
| SE8 | 23:41 | 13:56 (+1 day) | 14h15m | 538,920 VND (~US$ 20.74) | Book SE8 |
Hai Phong ↔ Hanoi
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 2h35m to 2h44m, with fares from 133,920 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LP2 | 06:05 | 08:49 | 2h44m | 133,920 VND (~US$ 5.15) | Book LP2 |
| LP6 | 09:10 | 11:52 | 2h42m | 133,920 VND (~US$ 5.15) | Book LP6 |
| LP8 | 15:00 | 17:40 | 2h40m | 133,920 VND (~US$ 5.15) | Book LP8 |
| LP10 | 16:20 | 19:03 | 2h43m | 166,320 VND (~US$ 6.40) | Book LP10 |
| HP2 | 18:40 | 21:15 | 2h35m | 133,920 VND (~US$ 5.15) | Book HP2 |
Hanoi ↔ Da Nang
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 15h08m to 16h48m, with fares from 578,880 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE7 | 06:00 | 22:15 | 16h15m | 628,560 VND (~US$ 24.19) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 08:00 | 00:21 (+1 day) | 16h21m | 695,520 VND (~US$ 26.77) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 13:00 | 05:48 (+1 day) | 16h48m | 578,880 VND (~US$ 22.28) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 19:20 | 10:28 (+1 day) | 15h08m | 654,480 VND (~US$ 25.19) | Book SE3 |
| SE19 | 19:45 | 11:35 (+1 day) | 15h50m | 1,426,680 VND (~US$ 54.90) | Book SE19 |
| SE1 | 21:45 | 13:14 (+1 day) | 15h29m | 684,720 VND (~US$ 26.35) | Book SE1 |
Hanoi ↔ Hai Phong
4 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 2h25m to 2h45m, with fares from 133,920 VND.
Hanoi ↔ Ho Chi Minh City
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 32h45m to 38h26m, with fares from 1,114,560 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE7 | 06:00 | 17:00 (+1 day) | 35h00m | 1,128,600 VND (~US$ 43.43) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 08:00 | 18:20 (+1 day) | 34h20m | 1,245,240 VND (~US$ 47.92) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 13:00 | 03:26 (+2 days) | 38h26m | 1,114,560 VND (~US$ 42.89) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 19:20 | 05:30 (+2 days) | 34h10m | 1,149,120 VND (~US$ 44.22) | Book SE3 |
| SE1 | 21:45 | 06:30 (+2 days) | 32h45m | 1,267,920 VND (~US$ 48.79) | Book SE1 |
Hanoi ↔ Hue
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 12h30m to 14h07m, with fares from 503,280 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE7 | 06:00 | 19:38 | 13h38m | 546,480 VND (~US$ 21.03) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 08:00 | 21:35 | 13h35m | 603,720 VND (~US$ 23.23) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 13:00 | 03:07 (+1 day) | 14h07m | 503,280 VND (~US$ 19.37) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 19:20 | 07:50 (+1 day) | 12h30m | 569,160 VND (~US$ 21.90) | Book SE3 |
| SE19 | 19:45 | 08:45 (+1 day) | 13h00m | 1,375,920 VND (~US$ 52.95) | Book SE19 |
| SE1 | 21:45 | 10:25 (+1 day) | 12h40m | 596,160 VND (~US$ 22.94) | Book SE1 |
Hanoi ↔ Lao Cai (for Sapa)
2 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 7h45m to 7h55m, with fares from 536,760 VND.
Hanoi ↔ Nha Trang
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 24h50m to 27h52m, with fares from 963,360 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE7 | 06:00 | 08:40 (+1 day) | 26h40m | 1,018,440 VND (~US$ 39.19) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 08:00 | 10:17 (+1 day) | 26h17m | 1,121,040 VND (~US$ 43.14) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 13:00 | 16:52 (+1 day) | 27h52m | 963,360 VND (~US$ 37.07) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 19:20 | 21:05 (+1 day) | 25h45m | 1,032,480 VND (~US$ 39.73) | Book SE3 |
| SE1 | 21:45 | 22:35 (+1 day) | 24h50m | 1,139,400 VND (~US$ 43.85) | Book SE1 |
Hanoi ↔ Ninh Binh
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 2h09m to 2h15m, with fares from 102,600 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE7 | 06:00 | 08:13 | 2h13m | 120,960 VND (~US$ 4.65) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 08:00 | 10:13 | 2h13m | 132,840 VND (~US$ 5.11) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 13:00 | 15:14 | 2h14m | 115,560 VND (~US$ 4.45) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 19:20 | 21:33 | 2h13m | 102,600 VND (~US$ 3.95) | Book SE3 |
| SE19 | 19:45 | 21:54 | 2h09m | 231,120 VND (~US$ 8.89) | Book SE19 |
| SE1 | 21:45 | 00:00 (+1 day) | 2h15m | 108,000 VND (~US$ 4.16) | Book SE1 |
Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Da Nang
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 16h31m to 19h29m, with fares from 699,840 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE8 | 06:00 | 23:21 | 17h21m | 713,880 VND (~US$ 27.47) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 08:45 | 01:46 (+1 day) | 17h01m | 787,320 VND (~US$ 30.30) | Book SE6 |
| SE22 | 10:15 | 05:40 (+1 day) | 19h25m | 756,000 VND (~US$ 29.09) | Book SE22 |
| SE10 | 13:15 | 08:44 (+1 day) | 19h29m | 699,840 VND (~US$ 26.93) | Book SE10 |
| SE4 | 19:20 | 12:13 (+1 day) | 16h53m | 732,240 VND (~US$ 28.18) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 20:35 | 13:06 (+1 day) | 16h31m | 808,920 VND (~US$ 31.13) | Book SE2 |
Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Hanoi
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 33h07m to 38h25m, with fares from 1,094,040 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE8 | 06:00 | 16:20 (+1 day) | 34h20m | 1,128,600 VND (~US$ 43.43) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 08:45 | 19:14 (+1 day) | 34h29m | 1,245,240 VND (~US$ 47.92) | Book SE6 |
| SE10 | 13:15 | 03:40 (+2 days) | 38h25m | 1,094,040 VND (~US$ 42.10) | Book SE10 |
| SE4 | 19:20 | 04:36 (+2 days) | 33h16m | 1,149,120 VND (~US$ 44.22) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 20:35 | 05:42 (+2 days) | 33h07m | 1,267,920 VND (~US$ 48.79) | Book SE2 |
Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Hue
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 19h14m to 22h55m, with fares from 748,440 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE8 | 06:00 | 02:12 (+1 day) | 20h12m | 748,440 VND (~US$ 28.80) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 08:45 | 04:44 (+1 day) | 19h59m | 825,120 VND (~US$ 31.75) | Book SE6 |
| SE10 | 13:15 | 12:10 (+1 day) | 22h55m | 752,760 VND (~US$ 28.97) | Book SE10 |
| SE4 | 19:20 | 15:05 (+1 day) | 19h45m | 780,840 VND (~US$ 30.05) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 20:35 | 15:49 (+1 day) | 19h14m | 862,920 VND (~US$ 33.21) | Book SE2 |
Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Nha Trang
9 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 7h09m to 9h30m, with fares from 273,240 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE8 | 06:00 | 13:43 | 7h43m | 273,240 VND (~US$ 10.52) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 08:45 | 16:06 | 7h21m | 300,240 VND (~US$ 11.55) | Book SE6 |
| SE22 | 10:15 | 18:05 | 7h50m | 347,760 VND (~US$ 13.38) | Book SE22 |
| SE10 | 13:15 | 21:51 | 8h36m | 321,840 VND (~US$ 12.39) | Book SE10 |
| SE4 | 19:20 | 02:40 (+1 day) | 7h20m | 375,840 VND (~US$ 14.46) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 20:35 | 03:44 (+1 day) | 7h09m | 414,720 VND (~US$ 15.96) | Book SE2 |
| SNT2 | 21:45 | 05:40 (+1 day) | 7h55m | 384,480 VND (~US$ 14.80) | Book SNT2 |
| SNT4 | 22:15 | 06:30 (+1 day) | 8h15m | — | Book SNT4 |
| SNT6 | 22:45 | 08:15 (+1 day) | 9h30m | — | Book SNT6 |
Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Ninh Binh
4 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 30h46m to 32h07m, with fares from 1,054,080 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE8 | 06:00 | 13:56 (+1 day) | 31h56m | 1,054,080 VND (~US$ 40.56) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 08:45 | 16:52 (+1 day) | 32h07m | 1,161,000 VND (~US$ 44.68) | Book SE6 |
| SE4 | 19:20 | 02:11 (+2 days) | 30h51m | 1,073,520 VND (~US$ 41.31) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 20:35 | 03:21 (+2 days) | 30h46m | 1,184,760 VND (~US$ 45.59) | Book SE2 |
Hue ↔ Da Nang
8 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 2h32m to 3h45m, with fares from 86,400 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE9 | 03:12 | 05:48 | 2h36m | 88,560 VND (~US$ 3.41) | Book SE9 |
| HD1 | 07:05 | 10:10 | 3h05m | 245,160 VND (~US$ 9.43) | Book HD1 |
| SE3 | 07:55 | 10:28 | 2h33m | 101,520 VND (~US$ 3.91) | Book SE3 |
| SE19 | 08:50 | 11:35 | 2h45m | 225,720 VND (~US$ 8.69) | Book SE19 |
| SE1 | 10:30 | 13:14 | 2h44m | 104,760 VND (~US$ 4.03) | Book SE1 |
| HD3 | 14:30 | 18:15 | 3h45m | 199,800 VND (~US$ 7.69) | Book HD3 |
| SE7 | 19:43 | 22:15 | 2h32m | 86,400 VND (~US$ 3.32) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 21:40 | 00:21 (+1 day) | 2h41m | 96,120 VND (~US$ 3.70) | Book SE5 |
Hue ↔ Hanoi
7 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 13h26m to 16h27m, with fares from 497,880 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE8 | 02:17 | 16:20 | 14h03m | 546,480 VND (~US$ 21.03) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 04:49 | 19:14 | 14h25m | 603,720 VND (~US$ 23.23) | Book SE6 |
| SE10 | 12:15 | 03:40 (+1 day) | 15h25m | 514,080 VND (~US$ 19.78) | Book SE10 |
| SE4 | 15:10 | 04:36 (+1 day) | 13h26m | 530,280 VND (~US$ 20.41) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 15:54 | 05:42 (+1 day) | 13h48m | 584,280 VND (~US$ 22.49) | Book SE2 |
| SE20 | 20:48 | 11:10 (+1 day) | 14h22m | 977,400 VND (~US$ 37.61) | Book SE20 |
| JSE18 | 21:43 | 14:10 (+1 day) | 16h27m | 497,880 VND (~US$ 19.16) | Book JSE18 |
Hue ↔ Ho Chi Minh City
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 20h00m to 24h14m, with fares from 748,440 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE9 | 03:12 | 03:26 (+1 day) | 24h14m | 765,720 VND (~US$ 29.47) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 07:55 | 05:30 (+1 day) | 21h35m | 780,840 VND (~US$ 30.05) | Book SE3 |
| SE1 | 10:30 | 06:30 (+1 day) | 20h00m | 862,920 VND (~US$ 33.21) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 19:43 | 17:00 (+1 day) | 21h17m | 748,440 VND (~US$ 28.80) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 21:40 | 18:20 (+1 day) | 20h40m | 825,120 VND (~US$ 31.75) | Book SE5 |
Hue ↔ Nha Trang
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 12h05m to 13h40m, with fares from 536,760 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE9 | 03:12 | 16:52 | 13h40m | 550,800 VND (~US$ 21.20) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 07:55 | 21:05 | 13h10m | 536,760 VND (~US$ 20.66) | Book SE3 |
| SE1 | 10:30 | 22:35 | 12h05m | 591,840 VND (~US$ 22.78) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 19:43 | 08:40 (+1 day) | 12h57m | 609,120 VND (~US$ 23.44) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 21:40 | 10:17 (+1 day) | 12h37m | 670,680 VND (~US$ 25.81) | Book SE5 |
Hue ↔ Ninh Binh
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 11h01m to 13h43m, with fares from 414,720 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE8 | 02:17 | 13:56 | 11h39m | 457,920 VND (~US$ 17.62) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 04:49 | 16:52 | 12h03m | 503,280 VND (~US$ 19.37) | Book SE6 |
| SE4 | 15:10 | 02:11 (+1 day) | 11h01m | 464,400 VND (~US$ 17.87) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 15:54 | 03:21 (+1 day) | 11h27m | 511,920 VND (~US$ 19.70) | Book SE2 |
| SE20 | 20:48 | 07:59 (+1 day) | 11h11m | 926,640 VND (~US$ 35.66) | Book SE20 |
| JSE18 | 21:43 | 11:26 (+1 day) | 13h43m | 414,720 VND (~US$ 15.96) | Book JSE18 |
Lao Cai (for Sapa) ↔ Hanoi
2 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 7h32m to 8h05m, with fares from 240,840 VND.
Nha Trang ↔ Da Nang
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 9h15m to 11h28m, with fares from 438,480 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE4 | 02:47 | 12:13 | 9h26m | 474,120 VND (~US$ 18.25) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 03:51 | 13:06 | 9h15m | 522,720 VND (~US$ 20.12) | Book SE2 |
| SE8 | 14:03 | 23:21 | 9h18m | 530,280 VND (~US$ 20.41) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 16:13 | 01:46 (+1 day) | 9h33m | 584,280 VND (~US$ 22.49) | Book SE6 |
| SE22 | 18:12 | 05:40 (+1 day) | 11h28m | 535,680 VND (~US$ 20.61) | Book SE22 |
| SE10 | 21:58 | 08:44 (+1 day) | 10h46m | 438,480 VND (~US$ 16.87) | Book SE10 |
Nha Trang ↔ Hanoi
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 25h49m to 29h42m, with fares from 982,800 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE4 | 02:47 | 04:36 (+1 day) | 25h49m | 1,032,480 VND (~US$ 39.73) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 03:51 | 05:42 (+1 day) | 25h51m | 1,139,400 VND (~US$ 43.85) | Book SE2 |
| SE8 | 14:03 | 16:20 (+1 day) | 26h17m | 1,018,440 VND (~US$ 39.19) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 16:13 | 19:14 (+1 day) | 27h01m | 1,121,040 VND (~US$ 43.14) | Book SE6 |
| SE10 | 21:58 | 03:40 (+2 days) | 29h42m | 982,800 VND (~US$ 37.82) | Book SE10 |
Nha Trang ↔ Ho Chi Minh City
9 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 7h48m to 10h23m, with fares from 274,320 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE7 | 08:47 | 17:00 | 8h13m | 274,320 VND (~US$ 10.56) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 10:25 | 18:20 | 7h55m | 301,320 VND (~US$ 11.60) | Book SE5 |
| SNT5 | 12:20 | 21:20 | 9h00m | — | Book SNT5 |
| SNT7 | 14:00 | 22:50 | 8h50m | — | Book SNT7 |
| SE9 | 17:03 | 03:26 (+1 day) | 10h23m | 320,760 VND (~US$ 12.34) | Book SE9 |
| SE21 | 19:38 | 04:35 (+1 day) | 8h57m | 366,120 VND (~US$ 14.09) | Book SE21 |
| SNT1 | 20:20 | 05:00 (+1 day) | 8h40m | 369,360 VND (~US$ 14.21) | Book SNT1 |
| SE3 | 21:12 | 05:30 (+1 day) | 8h18m | 375,840 VND (~US$ 14.46) | Book SE3 |
| SE1 | 22:42 | 06:30 (+1 day) | 7h48m | 414,720 VND (~US$ 15.96) | Book SE1 |
Nha Trang ↔ Hue
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 11h58m to 14h12m, with fares from 501,120 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE4 | 02:47 | 15:05 | 12h18m | 536,760 VND (~US$ 20.66) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 03:51 | 15:49 | 11h58m | 591,840 VND (~US$ 22.78) | Book SE2 |
| SE8 | 14:03 | 02:12 (+1 day) | 12h09m | 597,240 VND (~US$ 22.98) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 16:13 | 04:44 (+1 day) | 12h31m | 658,800 VND (~US$ 25.35) | Book SE6 |
| SE10 | 21:58 | 12:10 (+1 day) | 14h12m | 501,120 VND (~US$ 19.28) | Book SE10 |
Nha Trang ↔ Ninh Binh
4 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 23h24m to 24h39m, with fares from 927,720 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE4 | 02:47 | 02:11 (+1 day) | 23h24m | 968,760 VND (~US$ 37.28) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 03:51 | 03:21 (+1 day) | 23h30m | 1,070,280 VND (~US$ 41.19) | Book SE2 |
| SE8 | 14:03 | 13:56 (+1 day) | 23h53m | 927,720 VND (~US$ 35.70) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 16:13 | 16:52 (+1 day) | 24h39m | 1,023,840 VND (~US$ 39.40) | Book SE6 |
Ninh Binh ↔ Da Nang
7 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 12h52m to 15h54m, with fares from 508,680 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE1 | 00:03 | 13:14 | 13h11m | 604,800 VND (~US$ 23.27) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 08:16 | 22:15 | 13h59m | 538,920 VND (~US$ 20.74) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 10:16 | 00:21 (+1 day) | 14h05m | 595,080 VND (~US$ 22.90) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 15:17 | 05:48 (+1 day) | 14h31m | 508,680 VND (~US$ 19.58) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 21:36 | 10:28 (+1 day) | 12h52m | 576,720 VND (~US$ 22.19) | Book SE3 |
| SE19 | 21:57 | 11:35 (+1 day) | 13h38m | 1,305,720 VND (~US$ 50.25) | Book SE19 |
| JSE17 | 22:36 | 14:30 (+1 day) | 15h54m | 554,040 VND (~US$ 21.32) | Book JSE17 |
Ninh Binh ↔ Hanoi
6 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 2h18m to 2h52m, with fares from 88,560 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE4 | 02:14 | 04:36 | 2h22m | 88,560 VND (~US$ 3.41) | Book SE4 |
| SE2 | 03:24 | 05:42 | 2h18m | 98,280 VND (~US$ 3.78) | Book SE2 |
| SE20 | 08:18 | 11:10 | 2h52m | 198,720 VND (~US$ 7.65) | Book SE20 |
| JSE18 | 11:29 | 14:10 | 2h41m | 108,000 VND (~US$ 4.16) | Book JSE18 |
| SE8 | 13:59 | 16:20 | 2h21m | 120,960 VND (~US$ 4.65) | Book SE8 |
| SE6 | 16:55 | 19:14 | 2h19m | 132,840 VND (~US$ 5.11) | Book SE6 |
Ninh Binh ↔ Ho Chi Minh City
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 30h27m to 36h09m, with fares from 1,023,840 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE1 | 00:03 | 06:30 (+1 day) | 30h27m | 1,184,760 VND (~US$ 45.59) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 08:16 | 17:00 (+1 day) | 32h44m | 1,054,080 VND (~US$ 40.56) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 10:16 | 18:20 (+1 day) | 32h04m | 1,161,000 VND (~US$ 44.68) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 15:17 | 03:26 (+2 days) | 36h09m | 1,023,840 VND (~US$ 39.40) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 21:36 | 05:30 (+2 days) | 31h54m | 1,073,520 VND (~US$ 41.31) | Book SE3 |
Ninh Binh ↔ Hue
7 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 10h14m to 12h24m, with fares from 457,920 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE1 | 00:03 | 10:25 | 10h22m | 546,480 VND (~US$ 21.03) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 08:16 | 19:38 | 11h22m | 457,920 VND (~US$ 17.62) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 10:16 | 21:35 | 11h19m | 503,280 VND (~US$ 19.37) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 15:17 | 03:07 (+1 day) | 11h50m | 506,520 VND (~US$ 19.49) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 21:36 | 07:50 (+1 day) | 10h14m | 523,800 VND (~US$ 20.16) | Book SE3 |
| SE19 | 21:57 | 08:45 (+1 day) | 10h48m | 1,220,400 VND (~US$ 46.97) | Book SE19 |
| JSE17 | 22:36 | 11:00 (+1 day) | 12h24m | 469,800 VND (~US$ 18.08) | Book JSE17 |
Ninh Binh ↔ Nha Trang
5 daily departures on this route; journey time ranges from 22h32m to 25h35m, with fares from 911,520 VND.
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | Fares from | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE1 | 00:03 | 22:35 | 22h32m | 1,070,280 VND (~US$ 41.19) | Book SE1 |
| SE7 | 08:16 | 08:40 (+1 day) | 24h24m | 940,680 VND (~US$ 36.20) | Book SE7 |
| SE5 | 10:16 | 10:17 (+1 day) | 24h01m | 1,036,800 VND (~US$ 39.90) | Book SE5 |
| SE9 | 15:17 | 16:52 (+1 day) | 25h35m | 911,520 VND (~US$ 35.08) | Book SE9 |
| SE3 | 21:36 | 21:05 (+1 day) | 23h29m | 968,760 VND (~US$ 37.28) | Book SE3 |
Departure times are the scheduled times as of the last update below; always confirm the exact time for your date when booking, since VNR occasionally adjusts timings around holidays. Last updated: 27/09/2026
Vietnam train classes and fares
Every Vietnam Railways train sells some or all of five classes, priced by comfort level and cabin privacy. Not every class runs on every route: short regional trains often skip hard seat or offer sleeper cabins only, while the North-South Super Express trains sell all five. Fares below show the real range across the routes in this guide, from a short regional hop to the full Hanoi-Ho Chi Minh City line.
| Class | What it is | Typical fare range |
|---|---|---|
| Hard seat | Upright airline-style seats in an air-conditioned carriage. The cheapest way to travel, best for short daytime hops. | From ~84,240 VND (short hop) to ~1,149,120 VND (full line) |
| Soft seat | A step up from hard seat: wider, more padded reclining seats. The standard daytime option on most trains. | From ~86,400 VND (short hop) to ~1,267,920 VND (full line) |
| 6-berth hard sleeper | Enclosed compartment, six bunks in two facing columns of three. The cheapest way to lie flat overnight. See our full 6-berth cabin guide. | From ~120,960 VND (short hop) to ~2,019,600 VND (full line) |
| 4-berth soft sleeper | Same layout as the 6-berth but with only four bunks, so more room per passenger and a thicker mattress. | From ~117,720 VND (short hop) to ~2,297,160 VND (full line) |
| 2-berth VIP cabin | A private two-bed compartment on selected Super Express trains, the most comfortable and most expensive option. | From ~201,960 VND (short hop) to ~4,594,320 VND (full line), where available |
Popular Vietnam train routes: schedule and fares at a glance
Beyond the full North-South run, these are the routes travellers book most, from the short scenic hop over the Hai Van Pass to the overnight sleeper up to Sapa. Tap a route for its full timetable, every class of fare, and live booking.
| Route | Trains / day | Fastest journey | Fares from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanoi ↔ Ho Chi Minh City The full Reunification Express line, 1,726 km | 5 | 32h45m | 1,114,560 VND (~US$ 42.89) |
| Hanoi ↔ Lao Cai (Sapa) Overnight sleeper only, gateway to Sapa by road | 2 | 7h45m | 536,760 VND (~US$ 20.66) |
| Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Nha Trang The most-served route on the network, 10 daily trains | 9 | 7h09m | 273,240 VND (~US$ 10.52) |
| Ho Chi Minh City ↔ Phan Thiet (Mui Ne) Short daytime hop to the beach town of Mui Ne | 1 | 3h57m | 227,880 VND (~US$ 8.77) |
| Da Nang ↔ Hue Scenic run over the Hai Van Pass, 12 daily trains | 9 | 2h28m | 84,240 VND (~US$ 3.24) |
| Hanoi ↔ Hue Overnight run into Central Vietnam | 6 | 12h30m | 503,280 VND (~US$ 19.37) |
| Hanoi ↔ Da Nang Overnight run to the gateway of Hoi An | 6 | 15h08m | 578,880 VND (~US$ 22.28) |
The Vietnam Railways network: North, Central and South
Vietnam Railways trains run the length of the country along a single main line, with one short branch inland. Roughly:
- Northern region Hanoi is the hub, with lines out to Lao Cai (for Sapa), Hai Phong and Dong Dang on the Chinese border. Ninh Binh, Thanh Hoa and Vinh sit along the main line south of Hanoi.
- Central region Dong Hoi, Hue and Da Nang are the main stops, connected by the scenic Hai Van Pass segment. Da Nang is the closest station to Hoi An.
- Southern region Nha Trang, Thap Cham, Phan Thiet/Mui Ne and Bien Hoa lead into the terminus at Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon), with the busiest short-haul services on the network around Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang.
How to book Vietnam train tickets
Booking takes a few minutes and needs no Vietnamese phone number or SIM card:
- 1. Search your route Enter departure and arrival stations, your date, and passenger count in the search widget above.
- 2. Compare trains and fares Filter by departure time, journey length or class to find the schedule and price that fits your trip.
- 3. Choose your class and seat Pick a class from hard seat to VIP cabin, and select your exact seat or berth on the interactive chart.
- 4. Enter passenger details and pay Fill in traveller information as it appears on your ID or passport, then pay securely by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay.
- 5. Get your e-ticket Your ticket arrives by email as a QR code, ready to show on your phone at the station. Nothing to print.
For a full walkthrough with screenshots, see our step-by-step booking guide.
Why book Vietnam trains with YesMyTrips
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Vietnam train routes, prices and timetable: frequently asked questions
How much do train tickets cost in Vietnam?
It depends on distance and class. A short hop like Da Nang to Hue starts around 86,000 VND in hard seat, while the full Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City line ranges from about 1,090,000 VND for a hard seat up to roughly 2,460,000 VND for a 4-berth soft sleeper cabin.
What are the main train classes in Vietnam?
Five, from cheapest to priciest: hard seat, soft seat, 6-berth hard sleeper, 4-berth soft sleeper, and a 2-berth VIP cabin on selected Super Express trains. Not every class is sold on every route.
How long does the Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City train take?
Between about 32 hours 45 minutes and 38 hours 40 minutes for the full 1,726 km line, depending on the specific SE train. SE1, the fastest, departs Hanoi in the evening and arrives the following morning after two nights.
Is there a direct train to Sapa?
Not all the way. The line ends at Lao Cai, about 35 km from Sapa town. Take the overnight Hanoi to Lao Cai sleeper (around 7h45m to 7h55m), then continue to Sapa by road.
How far in advance should I book Vietnam train tickets?
Tickets open up to 44 days before departure. Lower sleeper berths on popular routes sell out first, and the whole network fills up weeks ahead around Tet (Vietnamese New Year), so book early for those dates.
Are Vietnam Railways prices fixed, or do they change?
They change. Fares vary by season, public holidays, how far ahead you book, and sometimes by specific train number even on the same route. The figures on this page are typical starting rates; check your exact date for the live price.
How do I receive my Vietnam train ticket?
As a QR code by email, usually within minutes of booking. Show it on your phone at the station gate; there is no need to print anything or have a Vietnamese phone number.
Can I get a refund or change my Vietnam train ticket?
Changes to the date, train or passenger details are not possible once a ticket is booked. Refunds depend on how close to departure you cancel, and are set by Vietnam Railways rather than the booking platform. Check the cancellation terms shown at checkout before you pay.
Which is the cheapest and fastest way to travel by train in Vietnam?
For short hops, Da Nang to Hue in hard seat is both the cheapest and one of the fastest legs on the network, at under 2 hours 30 minutes from about 86,000 VND. For the full North-South run, SE1 is the fastest Reunification Express train and hard seat the cheapest class.
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