Ho Chi Minh City to Huế train with Vietnam Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế

Showing times and prices for Dec 12

Cheapest price

€54

Average price

€85

Fastest journey

19 h 49 m

Average duration

21 h 20 m

Trains per day

3

Distance

644 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €54.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế without transferring at least once.

Vietnam Railways
07:25PM20h07
Ho Chi Minh City
03:32PMHue
541One-way
1 transfer
Vietnam Railways
08:35PM19h49
Ho Chi Minh City
04:24PMHue
541One-way
1 transfer
Vietnam Railways
08:40AM24h05
Ho Chi Minh City
08:45AMHue
1451One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for Ho Chi Minh City to Huế

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €54.

Distance: 644 km

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Bus

€84

Average price

€37

Average price

€19

Average price

Cheapest

21h 50m

Average total duration

21h 20m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

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3h 0m

Additional time*

20h 51m

Average total duration

20h 21m

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30m

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Live departures

Ho Chi Minh City to Huế train times

The table below shows live departures for Ho Chi Minh City to Huế trains for today, Thursday, December 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 7:54 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
Vietnam Railways8:40 AM Ho Chi Minh City
24h05
8:45 AM Hue1 transfer
Vietnam Railways7:25 PM Ho Chi Minh City
20h07
3:32 PM Hue1 transfer
Vietnam Railways8:35 PM Ho Chi Minh City
19h49
4:24 PM Hue1 transfer

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế

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Trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế run on average 6 times per day, taking around 21h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €54 but you can travel from only €15 by bus.

There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:19, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 644 km distance in 19h 49m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15
Distance
644 km
Average train duration
21h 20m
Cheapest ticket price
€54
Trains per day
6
Direct trains
6
Fastest train
19h 49m
First train
03:19
Last train
22:43
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €15

Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Ho Chi Minh City and Huế from €15. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Vietnam Railways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
19h 49m
Cheapest Price
€54
Vietnam Railways frequency
2 a day

FAQs: Trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Huế, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế can start from as little as €54 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Ho Chi Minh City to Huế is €84; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Ho Chi Minh City to Huế train time is 19 h 49 min   covering the 644 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế leaves at 03: 19. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế leaves at 22: 43.
There are 6 trains a day from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế which require at least one change with Vietnam Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
For the trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế you can take a train with Vietnam Railways. Be sure to check out all possible train companies that offer services between Ho Chi Minh City and Huế on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 22: 43.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Sài Gòn, which is located around 4.3 miles (7 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Huế, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.

The cheapest month for a train from Ho Chi Minh City to Huế is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel to Huế from Ho Chi Minh City including taking a train, coach or flight.

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