Train travel is chosen by many tourists in the summer because the cost is more reasonable than airfare, and the seating space is more comfortable than a bus. The travel time is slow, the train is suitable for tourists who are flexible with time and like to enjoy the scenery along the way.
From South to North, there are many train routes passing through famous tourist destinations with diverse sea and mountain scenery, the cost for a distance of 50-300 km is about under one million VND for a round-trip ticket depending on the destination. Below are 10 train routes that tourists can refer to.
North
Hanoi - Hai Phong
Travelers depart from Hanoi station or Long Bien station, stopping at Hai Phong station. The train travel time is about 2.5-3 hours. Trains HP1, LP3, LP5, LP7 run daily with many time slots (morning, afternoon, evening). Train HP1 departs from Hanoi station, LP trains usually from Long Bien station. One-way ticket price is about 98,000-130,000 VND depending on seat class. Round-trip ticket is about 200,000-300,000 VND.
Stopping at Hai Phong station, visitors can easily travel to attractions such as Do Son beach, Hai Phong old town, opera house and enjoy street food.
Hanoi - Thai Nguyen
The Hanoi - Thai Nguyen route is about 80-90 km long, visitors can choose to travel by train departing from Yen Vien station, stopping at Thai Nguyen station. Travel time is 2.5 hours, with 1-2 trips per day in the morning and afternoon. One-way ticket prices range from 50,000 to VND depending on the seat class, round-trip tickets range from 100,000 to 250,000 VND.
From Thai Nguyen station, visitors can easily travel to attractions such as Nui Coc Lake, Tan Cuong tea area and the Museum of Vietnamese Ethnic Cultures. The trip is suitable for visitors who want to explore the nature and culture of the Northern Midlands.
Hanoi - Dong Dang, Lang Son
Travelers depart from Gia Lam station and stop at Dong Dang station, near Huu Nghi border gate, Lang Son. The train takes about 3.5-4 hours. There is only one train a day from Hanoi to Dong Dang (around 7am) and one return trip, no mid-day or evening trips. Sometimes the train only runs on weekends, so travelers need to check and book 1-2 weeks in advance.
One-way tickets cost about 100,000-200,000 VND depending on the seat class, round-trip tickets cost about 200,000-400,000 VND. The train stops at Dong Dang Station, making it easy for visitors to travel to attractions such as Tam Thanh Cave, Dong Kinh Market, Mac Dynasty Citadel and Huu Nghi Border Gate.
Hanoi - Lao Cai
The Hanoi - Lao Cai railway line is about 300 km long, visitors can depart from Hanoi station and stop at Lao Cai station after about 8 hours of travel. Popular trains such as SP1 and SP3 depart daily in the evening from 20:30 to 22:00, convenient for overnight trips on the train. One-way tickets range from 300,000 to 500,000 VND depending on the seat or sleeper class, round-trip tickets range from 600,000 to one million VND.
From Lao Cai Station, visitors can continue their journey to Sa Pa by car or bus, exploring famous places such as Fansipan peak, Cat Cat village, Ta Van village.
Central region
Dong Hoi - Hue
Tourists depart from Dong Hoi station, Quang Binh, stopping at Hue station after about 3 hours of travel. Trains SE5, SE7 run daily from morning to afternoon, with one-way tickets costing around 150,000-200,000 VND depending on seat class, round-trip tickets costing around 300,000-400,000 VND. The journey takes tourists through the peaceful Central region, along the Truong Son mountain range and winding river branches. Arriving at Hue station, tourists can visit the Imperial City, Thien Mu Pagoda, Trang Tien Bridge, Khai Dinh Tomb and enjoy Hue royal cuisine.
Hue - Da Nang
From Hue station, visitors reach Da Nang station in nearly 3 hours. Trains SE1, SE3, SE5, SE7 run many trips every day, with one-way tickets costing 100,000-150,000 VND, round-trip tickets costing 200,000-300,000 VND. This is one of the most beautiful railway routes in Vietnam as the train passes through Hai Van pass, where mountains and forests blend together. Stopping at Da Nang station, visitors can explore My Khe beach, Ngu Hanh Son, Ba Na Hills or visit Lang Co bay on the way.
Da Nang - Quy Nhon or Tuy Hoa
Trains depart from Da Nang station, stopping at Dieu Tri station, Quy Nhon or Tuy Hoa station, with a travel time of about 4-6 hours (Tuy Hoa: 4-5 hours; Quy Nhon: 5-6 hours). Trains SE3, SE5, SE21 run in the morning and evening. One-way fares range from 200,000 VND to 300,000 VND, round-trip fares range from 400,000-600,000 VND.
The train passes through fields, coastal sand dunes and fishing villages. From Dieu Tri or Tuy Hoa station, visitors can easily reach Ky Co beach, Eo Gio or Da Dia reef, Nhan tower. Places famous for the pristine beauty of the South Central Coast.
Southern
Nha Trang - Phan Thiet
Tourists depart from Nha Trang station, stop at Phan Thiet station, travel for 4-5 hours. Trains SE21, SE25, SPT1 run daily in the morning, one-way ticket price is about 200,000-250,000 VND depending on seat class. Round-trip ticket is about 400,000-500,000 VND. The train goes along the blue beaches and coconut groves of the coastal area. Coming to Phan Thiet, tourists can explore Mui Ne, the flying sand dunes, Po Sah Inu tower and coastal seafood markets.
Phan Thiet - Saigon
It takes about 4 hours to get from Phan Thiet station to Saigon station. Trains SPT2 and SPT4 depart every morning and noon, one-way tickets cost about 250,000-300,000 VND, round-trip tickets cost about 500,000-600,000 VND. The route takes visitors through the Southern countryside and peaceful rice fields before entering the bustling center of Ho Chi Minh City. Saigon station is close to attractions in the city center such as Independence Palace, Ben Thanh market, Notre Dame Cathedral and Nguyen Hue walking street.
North - Central
Hanoi - Hue
Travelers depart from Hanoi station, stopping at Hue station with a travel time of about 13-14 hours. Trains SE1, SE3, SE5 run daily in the morning or afternoon. One-way tickets cost about 300,000-350,000 VND depending on the seat class. Round-trip tickets cost about 600,000-700,000 VND.
The train passes through many provinces in the North - Central region, visitors can enjoy the constantly changing scenery from the Red River Delta, the mountains and forests of Nghe An, the sea of Quang Binh, to the ancient capital of Hue. This is an ideal journey for visitors who want to experience the scenery of Vietnam along the length of the country. From Hue, visitors can visit the mausoleums, the Perfume River, Thien Mu Pagoda or stop in cities such as Vinh and Dong Hoi along the way.
Note
Soft air-conditioned seats: Suitable for short routes under 200 km (eg Hanoi - Hai Phong, Hue - Da Nang).
Soft sleeper: Ideal for long routes or overnight trips (eg Hanoi - Lao Cai, Hanoi - Hue).
Book tickets 1-2 months in advance, especially on weekends or holidays, through the official website of Vietnam Railways Corporation or ticket booking applications on e-wallets.
According to vnexpress.net
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