Huế to Ho Chi Minh City train with Vietnam Railways

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

Showing times and prices for 10 May

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£39

Fastest journey

19 h 41 m

Average duration

20 h 17 m

Trains per day

10

Distance

644 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City will cost around £39 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.

Fast trains

Of the 10 trains that leave Huế for Ho Chi Minh City every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 644 km distance in an average of 20 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 19 h 41 m .

The slowest trains will take 20 h 54 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.

  • Vietnam Railways
    2:3624h44
    Hue
    3:20Ho Chi Minh City
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • Vietnam Railways
    7:5921h01
    Hue
    5:00Ho Chi Minh City
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • Vietnam Railways
    9:4724h48
    Hue
    10:35Ho Chi Minh City
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • Vietnam Railways
    10:3919h41
    Hue
    6:20Ho Chi Minh City
    £321One-way
    0 changes
  • Vietnam Railways
    19:3120h54
    Hue
    16:25Ho Chi Minh City
    £321One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

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

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £24.

Distance: 644 km

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Coach
Flight

£35

Average Price

£25

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Cheapest

£107

Average Price

22h 12m

Average total duration

21h 42m

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30m

Additional time*

21h 33m

Average total duration

21h 3m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 25m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 25m

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3h 0m

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Live departures

Huế to Ho Chi Minh City train times

The table below shows live departures for Huế to Ho Chi Minh City trains for today, Saturday 9 May. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Vietnam Railways7:59 Hue
21h01
5:00 Ho Chi Minh City0 changesdirect
Vietnam Railways8:45 Hue
20h30
5:15 Ho Chi Minh City1 change
Vietnam Railways9:47 Hue
24h48
10:35 Ho Chi Minh City0 changesdirect
Vietnam Railways10:04 Hue
19h41
5:45 Ho Chi Minh City1 change
Sunday 10 May
Vietnam Railways2:36 Hue
24h44
3:20 Ho Chi Minh City0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City

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Trains from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City run on average 3 times per day, taking around 21h 42m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.

There are 3 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 41m.

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
Coach from £16
Distance
644 km
Average train duration
21h 42m
Cheapest ticket price
£27
Trains per day
3
Direct trains
3
Fastest train
19h 41m
First train
3:19
Last train
22:43
Cheapest Month
Jul
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Fri
Least Busy Day
Tue
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
Coach from £16

Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Huế and Ho Chi Minh City from £16. 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 41m
Cheapest Price
£27
Vietnam Railways frequency
8 a day

FAQs: Huế to Ho Chi Minh City train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £27, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train journey from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City covers a distance of 644 km and takes approximately 19h 41m. Trains run 3 per day.
The train distance from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City is 644 km.
The first train from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City leaves at 3:19.
The last train from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City departs at 22:43.
Trains from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City run approximately 3 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City.
Yes, there is a direct train between Huế and Ho Chi Minh City. The service operates 3 times per day, provided by Vietnam Railways.
To get from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City, you can choose from several travel options including train, flight and coach.
There is no night train service from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City.
The train station in Huế that goes to Ho Chi Minh City is Huế, and it arrives at Sài Gòn.
The cheapest way to get from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City is by coach, costing approximately £16.
Booking trains from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
To fully experience Ho Chi Minh City, it is recommended to spend around 3 to 4 days. This allows time to explore key attractions such as the War Remnants Museum, Cu Chi Tunnels, and Ben Thanh Market, while also enjoying the local cuisine and vibrant street life.
Yes, you can take the train from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City.

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