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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hanoi to Dong Ha
Cheapest price on 10 Sept
£26
Average ticket price on 10 Sept
£62
Fastest journey on 10 Sept
11 h 14 m
Average journey duration on 10 Sept
11 h 46 m
Trains on 10 Sept
12
Distance
486 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hanoi to Dong Ha is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hanoi to Dong Ha will cost around £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £26.
On Thu 10 Sept, we found 12 trains from Hanoi to Dong Ha, including 12 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 486 km distance in an average of 11 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 h 9 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:0013h21Ha Noi19:21Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes- 6:1012h06Ha Noi18:16Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 8:0012h09Ha Noi20:09Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 8:4512h17Ha Noi21:02Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 13:0012h09Ha Noi1:09Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 22:1011h14Ha Noi9:24Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 19:2011h24Ha Noi6:44Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 20:5011h58Ha Noi8:48Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 6:1012h06Ha Noi18:16Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
- 8:0012h09Ha Noi20:09Dong Ha£261One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Hanoi to Dong Ha
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Hanoi to Dong Ha among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £59.
Distance: 486 km
Compare train with
| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£59 Average Price | £14 Average Price Cheapest | £45 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 30m Average total duration 11h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanoi to Dong Ha:
A coach is £31 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanoi to Dong Ha costing on average £45.
A coach is £46 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanoi to Dong Ha costing on average £59.
Other travel options to Dong Ha take longer:
Coach takes on average 11h 0m.
Train takes on average 12h 10m.
Tickets start at around £59 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-0.78. The journey takes 12h 10m versus 7h 50m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Hanoi to Dong Ha train times
The table below shows live departures for Hanoi to Dong Ha trains for today, Wednesday 9 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19:20 Ha Noi | 11h24 | 6:44 Dong Ha | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:45 Ha Noi | 12h16 | 8:01 Dong Ha | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 19:50 Ha Noi Station | 12h30 | 8:20 Dong Ha Station | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:05 Ha Noi | 12h37 | 8:42 Dong Ha | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:20 Ha Noi | 12h11 | 8:31 Dong Ha | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:50 Ha Noi | 11h58 | 8:48 Dong Ha | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:10 Ha Noi | 11h14 | 9:24 Dong Ha | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanoi to Dong Ha
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Trains from Hanoi to Dong Ha run on average 10 times per day, taking around 12h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £26 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:18, the last at 23:06. The fastest train covers the 486 km distance in 11h 14m.
Distance 486 km |
Average train duration 12h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Trains per day 10 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 11h 14m |
First train 3:18 |
Last train 23:06 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Train companies: Lotus Train, Vietnam Railways from Hanoi to Dong Ha trainsLotus Train, Vietnam Railways trains will get you between Hanoi and Dong Ha from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Hanoi to Dong Ha train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanoi to Dong Ha 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 Dong Ha, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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