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Hanoi to Hue Destination Reviews

Vegard S

I love trains. The service was good. A bed on a train is what it is, but the whole family enjoyed the ride from Hanoi to Hue

Hanoi to Hue, Train #SE19 VIP Sleeper 4x, Lotus Train, Jul 15, 2026

Henry L

The train was as expected, albeit the ride was not very comfortable. However it was a bucket list item and I think it was worth the hassle of sleeping on a noisy and bumpy ride. The beds are firm. The adults didn’t sleep well however the kids were fine. Unfortunately I got off at Hue instead of Danang so I might have missed the best part of the scenery. There wasn’t much to see besides the rice patties. The snacks and water was sufficient and the toilets are looked after well enough. I don’t regret the experience as poor sleep was expected.

Hanoi to Hue, Train #SE19 VIP Sleeper 4x, Lotus Train, Jul 14, 2026

Rob G

Clean and tidy room with lovely snack pack and drinks. Train stock is a little old now and it tells when your night is a little noisier than expected. Al part of train travel in Vietnam. I say that but our kids said they had their best nights sleep of the trip. Everyone is different.

Hanoi to Hue, Train Cabin 4x, Violette Trains, Jul 12, 2026

Adam K

Very uncomfortable and cold - duvet insert not provided and the door handle was falling off the door so it was very hard to close and lock. Toilet was grim - I expected this but it was on the lower end of worst expectations

Hanoi to Hue, Train VIP Cabin 2x, Vietnam Rail, Jun 17, 2026

Antony F

Can't fault the train journey from Hanoi to Hue. Great service. Easy to understand. Relatively smooth trip.

Hanoi to Hue, Train Soft Seat, Vietnam Rail, Jun 12, 2026

Anne V

Everything went fine and smoothly Nice cabin with 4 beds All you need : air con wifi drink and food I was alone with a very nice German family of 3 We departed and arrived on time I recommend the Violette sleeping train

Hanoi to Hue, Train Cabin 4x, Violette Trains, May 31, 2026

Diana A

Easy and uncomplicated check-in. The berths were comfortable enough for a sleeper train. We had a good night sleep and arrived in Hue even ahead of schedule. Clean and enough service in the train. Besides the included beverages and food, there is also a cafeteria on the train and a possibility to order more snacks. Toilet was clean and staff friendly.

Hanoi to Hue, Train #SE19 VIP Sleeper 4x, Laman Express, May 23, 2026

Jean C

We were switched to a different car upon arrival for no reason. We arrived at another one where the conductor told us there would be three of us and that the fourth berth would be empty. But at the first stop, someone got in. The air conditioning smelled of cigarettes the entire time. In short, a very bad experience.

Hanoi to Hue, Train Cabin 4x, Violette Trains, May 18, 2026

Malcolm N

Great overnight train ride. Slept very well

Hanoi to Hue, Train #SE19 Private 2-sleeper cabin, Lotus Train, May 14, 2026

Jonathan J

Everything was great, but it was much colder in the train than I expected and there was no way to adjust it.

Hanoi to Hue, Train Cabin 4x, Damitrans, Apr 30, 2026

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Hanoi to Hue Train Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Vietnam Rail	Soft Seat	06:00	19:53	$24.02
Vietnam Rail	Soft Seat	08:55	22:38	$19.44
Vietnam Rail	Soft Seat	12:50	03:14	$22.30
Vietnam Rail	Soft Seat	13:55	04:28	$26.88
Charmy Express	VIP Sleeper 4x	19:20	08:40	$66.65	3.5
Lotus Train	VIP Sleeper 4x	19:40	09:14	$66.65	4.4
Vietnam Rail	4 beds cabin upper berth	20:25	10:47	$49.95	5.0
Charmy Express	VIP Sleeper 4x	20:50	09:54	$66.65	3.5
Vietnam Rail	Soft Seat	21:25	11:20	$21.73

How to get from Hanoi to Hue by train

Train from Hanoi to Hue is a decent alternative to bus or air travel. Travelling from Hanoi to Hue by train is easy, safe, and convenient. There is a direct railway link between the two destinations, which makes your trip smooth and hassle-free. Tickets are available for online booking and it is a good idea to buy them in advance to secure your seat. To get the most out of your train journey, check the schedule and choose the most convenient departure. As a rule, trains and ticket classes are available for every taste and budget.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Hue by train?

Depending on the type of train, the length of your railway journey from Hanoi to Hue may vary. The slowest train needs about 14h 46m to get to Hue, and the fastest one brings you there in about 12h 30m. We recommend opting for the fastest service to save you time, especially if you travel by day. With overnight service, the difference of a couple of hours seems not so crucial and may prove even convenient.

Note that trains normally depart on time from their station of origin but sometimes come later than scheduled to their terminus. It is better not to plan short connections if you are going to continue your journey immediately after arrival to Hue.

In many destinations, train stations are located very centrally and have good transport connections with the rest of the city, bus stations, and airports. It mostly concerns the older and well-established railway stations. The newer and bigger ones tend to appear in the outskirts of towns and cities, first of all, due to the reason of limited space in the central locations. Getting to and from there may be challenging even by taxi, as restrictions may apply on taxi operators allowed to serve the passengers. Hence, we highly recommend double-checking the location of the station you will depart from and arrive at as some destinations have several train stations.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Hue by train?

There may be carriages of a different class on one and the same train on one and the same route. The price of your ticket will vary accordingly – from a dirt-cheap tag for hard seats to high numbers for super comfy overnight sleeper berths on luxury trains. For the Hanoi – Hue route, the cheapest ticket costs while if you want to travel with more comfort, expect to pay for the most expensive option.

Travelling by train essentials

Train tickets often sell out well before the date of departure. Book them in advance even if your travel does not fall onto high-season dates. Travelling during peak periods which also include public and national holidays, and long or bank weekends, advanced booking is a must if you do not want to remake your travel plans on the spot. It is unnecessary to go to the train station to book – buy your ticket online in a few clicks.
Advanced booking ensures you get the seats and berths you want. For example, the lower berths are always the first to sell out, while upper berths may be available even on the departure date. Similarly, for longer distances, it is the night trips that enjoy the highest demand, while you may be able to grab a ticket for the same route an hour before departure if it is an inconvenient day ride that eats a huge part of your time.
There may be different carriages within one and the same train: fan-only and air-conditioned; hard seats and soft seats; second class berths and private compartments. Before buying your ticket, make sure you understand what type of seat you are paying for. Prices may differ greatly, but sometimes it is a good idea to pay more not to spend 20 hours on a hard seat in a fan-only carriage. In general, second-class berths are a good choice for longer overnight trips, while for shorter 4-6-hour day journeys, a soft seat is a great option.
Air-conditioning on trains can be excessive – as well as heating during the cold season. Make sure to pack layers not to get cold or hot during your trip. In hot countries, fan-only carriages are a cheaper and acceptable alternative to air-conditioned carriages.
There are toilets on board a train. Depending on the type of train, some carriages can be equipped with simple squat-type toilets or normal Western toilets. Regardless of your ticket's price, the train toilets' cleanness is not often up to the standard, alas. It especially concerns cheaper classes, though even in first-class carriages, complaints are not unheard of.
There is normally a dining carriage on long-distance trains, but on some routes, dining carriages have become extinct due to covid-19 restrictions. Check in advance if food is available on board or simply pack some snacks to be on the safe side. On many trains, you will also see hawkers patrolling the aisles during the journey and selling soft beverages and snacks. Alcohol drinks are prohibited on trains.
Smoking is prohibited, too, if, of course, you are not travelling by a common class somewhere in China or Indonesia!
Arrive at the train station at least half an hour before departure to allow enough time to find your platform and go through check-in formalities. A passport or other ID which you use for buying your train ticket is almost always needed, so keep it at hand to produce when asked at check-in or boarding.
Trains may arrive at their destination later than scheduled. These delays are not uncommon, especially for long-haul routes. Be ready and plan accordingly. Yet compared to buses, trains are less weather and traffic dependent hence more reliable schedule-wise.

Transportation from Hanoi to Hue

Facts about the train from Hanoi to Hue

Cheapest Train	$31
Fastest Train	12h 30m
Earliest Train	6:00 AM
Latest Train	9:45 PM
Daily Train Routes	55
Distance	739 kilometers
Train	Chapa Express, Charmy Express, Damitrans, Laman Express, NewLivitrans Express, Tonkin Heritage Express, Vietnam Rail, Violette Trains

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