Hue to Ninh Binh by Train – Book Tickets from VND 492k

Hue to Ninh Binh Destination Reviews

Adrian D

Very disappointing experience with 12Go – incorrect tickets, excessive price and poor handling Our experience with 12Go and our overnight train journey was extremely disappointing. First of all, 12Go issued our tickets incorrectly. We had specifically booked the two lower berths, beds 5 and 6, but the tickets issued by 12Go indicated beds 5 and 7. When we arrived at the train, beds 5 and 6 were actually prepared for us, exactly as we had requested, but because the tickets showed bed 7, the train staff insisted that one of us had to move to the upper berth. This created a completely unnecessary problem that was caused by the incorrect ticket issued by 12Go. There is also another very important issue: we booked our tickets several months in advance and paid roughly twice as much as the same tickets cost when booked only one or two days before departure. We understand that prices can vary, but paying double for booking months in advance, rather than receiving a better or at least similar price, is extremely frustrating and feels completely unfair. The situation then became even worse on the train. Our cabin had two additional beds that had not been sold. Instead of simply resolving the problem caused by the incorrect ticket, the train staff asked us to pay 1,000,000 VND extra for a private cabin. We refused because this was not a service we had requested, and it was not our responsibility that the other beds had not been sold. The staff then asked us to pack all our belongings and move to another carriage, to a cabin that was clearly of lower quality, where the upper berths were already occupied and where we did not have the same services, including breakfast. We refused to accept this because it was not the accommodation we had paid for, and eventually we returned to our original cabin. The whole situation involved repeated discussions and uncomfortable interactions with the train staff, which completely ruined what should have been a relaxing overnight journey. Even after returning to our original cabin, we spent much of the night feeling uneasy and alert, wondering whether the staff would come back to the cabin to continue the discussion. This experience was not simply a minor inconvenience. We paid significantly more by booking in advance, 12Go issued our tickets incorrectly, and the resulting mistake caused us problems with the train staff and a very stressful journey. We therefore believe that 12Go should take responsibility for what happened. We chose to book through 12Go months in advance because we expected the service to make our journey easier and more reliable. Unfortunately, the opposite happened: we paid substantially more and ended up dealing with a problem that should never have occurred. We would like 12Go to review this case, explain why the tickets were issued incorrectly.

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train #SE20 VIP Sleeper 4x, Lotus Train, Aug 17, 2026

Jasmin W

I bought VIP tickets and experienced the same train wagon as I booked before- normal ticket. But that so called VIP ticket was overpriced for that what I got.

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train #SE20 VIP Sleeper 4x, Lotus Train, Jul 17, 2026

Pierluigi V

Nice trip but too expensive, the carriage is better in the photo than in reality

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train #SE20 VIP Sleeper 4x, Laman Express, Apr 27, 2026

Andrew G

The website was not at all intuitive…our family of 4 booked a sleeper train but the site did not give an easy way to book a single, 4 person cabin. We ended up with 2 berths in 2 separate cabins. No facility to change afterwards. We ended up having to try and fix it ourselves on the train and had to pay a sketchy (cash) fee to the conductor to switch around with a very nice Spanish family so that we could all be together.

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train 4 beds cabin upper berth, Vietnam Rail, Apr 10, 2026

Felix S

It was all fine. We had chosen Violette trains because there were no more standard VNR options with lower beds in a 4 bed cabin. I had expected more of a difference between standard VNR and violett trains. It was basically a bigger blanket and a snackbox you get for the extra money. However, the experience was ok

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train Cabin 4x, Violette Trains, Apr 5, 2026

Daniel S

Great bed, clean bathroom, the noise wasn’t too bad to sleep with. No food on board tho so come prepared.

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train 4 beds cabin lower berth, Vietnam Rail, Apr 2, 2026

Irene V

Was helemaal super.

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train Cabin 4x, Violette Trains, Mar 27, 2026

Tim T

It's more comfortabele than Vietnam Railways, but relatively expensive for what you get.

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train #SE20 VIP Sleeper 4x, Lotus Train, Mar 6, 2026

Florian S

We had a great journey with the Night-Train. But the price for the Ticket at the Counter was much cheaper (only half the price)

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train Cabin 4x, Damitrans, Mar 1, 2026

Ines G

Smooth train ride The trains were pretty clean Bumpy road but was okay to sleep Hard matrass but large enough and comfy blanket and pillow They wake you up when you trice

Hue to Ninh Binh, Train 4 beds cabin upper berth, Vietnam Rail, Feb 12, 2026

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Hue to Ninh Binh Train Schedule

Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Vietnam Railway	1st Class Sleeper	02:05	14:05	$43.65	4.1
Vietnam Railway	1st Class Sleeper	04:36	16:36	$43.65	4.1
Vietnam Railway	1st Class Sleeper	13:04	01:04	$43.65	4.1
Vietnam Rail	4 beds cabin upper berth	14:07	05:40	$35.86
Vietnam Railway	1st Class Sleeper	15:17	03:17	$51.24	4.1
Vietnam Railway	1st Class Sleeper	16:08	04:08	$51.24	4.1
Vietnam Railway	1st Class Sleeper	19:01	07:01	$47.45	4.1
Laman Express	VIP Sleeper 4x	20:35	09:15	$68.84	4.1
Vietnam Railway	1st Class Sleeper	21:47	09:47	$47.45	4.1

How to get from Hue to Ninh Binh by train

Train from Hue to Ninh Binh is a decent alternative to bus or air travel. Travelling from Hue to Ninh Binh 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 Hue to Ninh Binh by train?

Depending on the type of train, the length of your railway journey from Hue to Ninh Binh may vary. The slowest train needs about 13h 43m to get to Ninh Binh, and the fastest one brings you there in about 11h 1m. 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 Ninh Binh.

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 Hue to Ninh Binh 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 Hue – Ninh Binh 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.

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Cheapest Train	$19
Fastest Train	11h 1m
Earliest Train	2:17 AM
Latest Train	9:43 PM
Daily Train Routes	71
Distance	350 kilometers
Train	Chapa Express, Charmy Express, Damitrans, Laman Express, Lotus Train, NewLivitrans Express, Tonkin Heritage Express, Vietnam Rail, Violette Trains

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