1. Train – Saigon to Nha Trang
2. Bus – Saigon to Nha Trang
3. Flight – Saigon to Nha Trang
4. Taxi / Car to Nha Trang
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From Saigon to Nha Trang you can travel by train, bus, plane.
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- Traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang offers various transportation options catering to different preferences and budgets. While train journeys are a popular choice, taking approximately 7-9 hours, they may not be the swiftest. Train tickets from Saigon to Nha Trang range from $12 to $60 per person, offering an affordable yet leisurely travel experience. Alternatively, direct flights between the two cities provide a quick and convenient option, with flights taking just about 1 hour to Cam Ranh Airport. Airlines such as VietJetAir, Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines, Bamboo Airways or Hanh Air Systems operate these routes, with prices typically ranging from $30 to $110 per person.
- For those seeking a balance of affordability and comfort, sleeper tourist buses are available, albeit with longer travel times of around 6-11 hours. Bus tickets from Saigon to Nha Trang vary from $8 to $25 per person. Lastly, travelers can opt for the convenience of a private car or taxi, albeit at a higher cost. Secure your train or bus tickets, or book direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Nha Trang online for a hassle-free journey. Before embarking on your trip, consider checking the weather in Nha Trang for a pleasant experience.
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- Nha Trang (Khanh Hoa Province) beckons travelers with its pristine beaches, vibrant tourist attractions, and modern amenities. While renowned for its beauty, Nha Trang can sometimes get crowded with tourists from around the world. The city boasts a picturesque 7 km-long sandy beach and is surrounded by captivating islands. Situated approximately 440 km from Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang is among Vietnam’s most popular destinations.
- Travelers have four main options to reach Nha Trang from Ho Chi Minh City: by train, tourist bus, private taxi/car, or via a direct flight to Cam Ranh Airport. Opting for a direct flight offers unparalleled comfort and convenience. Once in Nha Trang, consider exploring nearby attractions such as Da Lat, Hoi An + Da Nang, or even venture further to Hanoi, the capital and a top tourist destination in northern Vietnam.
| Transfer Mode – Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Plane (direct flight) | 1 hour | $30-110/pp |
| Train | 7-9 hours | $12-60/pp |
| Tourist Bus | 6-11 hours | $8-25/pp |
| Private Car | 6-7.5 hours | $130-350/vehicle |
How do I get from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
1. TRAIN from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
The most popular low-cost transportation option from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Nha Trang is by Vietnam Railways train. This option is mainly sought by low-cost solo travelers who organize their trip in Vietnam according to their own rules and travel time.
In addition to regular trains, you can also use more comfortable tourist sleeper trains such as Halo Express, Violette Train or Livitrans Express. Tourist trains are more comfortable, offer better service and are arranged in regular trains of Vietnam Railways marked as SE or SNT.
However, regular trains also offer sleeping beds and, in addition, seats, which are the cheapest option on the train. However, for this distance, it is better to choose a sleeper bed, as the train journey from Saigon to Nha Trang takes approximately 7-9 hours depending on the type of train.
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Train tickets from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Nha Trang for regular trains range from $12-35/pp (seats are the cheapest) and for tourist trains range from $50-60/pp. Trains depart from Saigon Railway Station and arrive at Nha Trang Station, which is a short distance from the city center (see Vietnam Railway Map).
Please arrive at the Saigon train station at least 30-60 minutes before the train departs. There is also a toilet on the train and it is possible to buy food during the journey. Tourist trains compensate for the price with better service and usually also comfort. In regular trains you can choose sleeping beds in the cabin for 4-6 passengers, and in tourist trains the cabins are mostly for 4 passengers and rarely for 2 passengers.
You can search and book train tickets from Saigon to Nha Trang online well in advance. Regular trains also accept mobile phone tickets, tourist trains may have different ticket conditions. That is that you always carefully read all the current conditions and instructions of the train transfer when ordering tickets.
2. Bus fom Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Another used low-cost transport option from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang in central Vietnam is the sleeper bus trip. A number of different companies run bus services between these cities, such as Techbus VN, Duc Duong, Lien Hung, VietNam Travel Bus, Full Moon Party Tour, iHome Transfer, Grouptour, Luxury Van Limousine, Hanh Cafe, Nam Hai Travel, Futabus – Phuong Trang , Kumho Samco, Sapa Discovery Travel, Phuc An Express, Thanh Thuy or An Phu Buslines.
These companies have mostly classic older and also very modern intercity sleeper buses ready for you. Some companies offer bus tickets that can be even cheaper than the cheapest train tickets. And it’s up to you which transfer option you choose, but trains are more used.
These sleeper buses from Saigon to Nha Trang run throughout the day and even overnight, the bus timetables are long and there are many connections. Travel time by sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang is approximately 6-11 hours and tickets range from $8-25/pp.
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The most expensive tickets are usually from the most modern buses with the best comfort and this is compensated by the price. Buses depart from various locations and areas in Ho Chi Minh City such as Pham Ngu Lao, Mien Dong Mien Tay, New Eastern Bus Station and others and arrive at various locations in Nha Trang.
During the journey, these buses also make other stops, or pick up other travelers if there is room on the bus. You will see all the information about departure and arrival points when searching for tickets, so look carefully at where you are coming from and where you are going.
Also, keep in mind that buses may not have exact departure and arrival times, it’s good to know so you don’t get surprised. Arrive at the bus departure point at least 30 minutes before the bus leaves.
3. FLIGHT from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Undoubtedly, the most convenient and fastest, but at the same time more expensive transport option from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang is a direct flight. Sometimes these flights can be relatively cheap, so it’s a good idea to do some research before you travel.
These direct flights between these cities are offered by Vietnamese airlines VietJetAir, Vietnam Airlines, Pacific Airlines, Bamboo Airways and Hanh Air Systems, and they are mostly Economy class flights. The cheapest flights to Nha Trang are usually offered by VietJet Air.
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The flight time from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes, but if we also include waiting for the departure and then the transfer from the airport in Nha Trang, the total transfer time can be approximately 4 hours. Flights are operated from Tan Son Nhat Airport in Saigon to Cam Ranh Airport (see the Vietnam Airport Map).
Cam Ranh Airport is approximately 40 km south of the city, so you need to use some kind of bus transfer, or a private minivan or taxi. It is also possible to travel between Cam Ranh and Nha Trang by Vietnam Railways train. Flight prices from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang cost approximately $30-110/pp, but it also depends on the season when you fly, prices may change slightly over time.
You can easily search and book flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang online well in advance. Always read and follow all flight and ticket instructions and information to avoid any complications.
4. TAXI / CAR from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Another option and the most expensive option for transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang is by private taxi/car with a driver. Yes, you will also have this option available between these cities and it is offered by several verified and well-rated companies.
Some companies that allow you to book a private car with driver from Saigon to Nha Trang are Ouros Travel, Saigon DMC, G5 Car, Minh Khoi Travel, Booking Car 79, Viet Technology Travel or Mui Ne Sky Travel. They will offer you various types of modern and comfortable smaller or larger cars, SUVs, Jeeps and or minivans for groups of passengers.
E.g. a minivan is suitable if you are traveling in a group of several people, so you book the whole car and then calculate the fare for each passenger. The driving time from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang by private car with driver is approximately 6-7.5 hours, it may vary slightly depending on the type of car and the company.
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Transfer prices also vary depending on the type of car, usually the smaller cars are cheaper, larger cars like minivans are the most expensive option between these cities. Transportation by private car/taxi from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang, even with a driver, costs between $130-350/car.
You can search and book your private car or taxi to Nha Trang from Saigon or from Tan Son Nhat Airport online well in advance. Always read all instructions and conditions when booking a car and always follow the company’s instructions to avoid complications.
❓ FAQ + Travel Tips – Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang:
1. How to book and buy tickets or flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
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- Book your train and bus tickets + flights from Saigon to Nha Trang on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
2. What is the travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
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- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang takes about 1 hour.
- Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang takes about 7-9 hours.
- Travel by tourist bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang takes about 6-11 hours.
- Travel by private car from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang takes about 6-7.5 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
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- Travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang is about 450 km by train/bus and about 350 km by plane.
4. How much does it cost to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
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- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang costs about $30-110/pp.
- Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang costs about $12-60/pp (depends on the type of train).
- Travel by tourist bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang costs about $8-25/pp.
- Travel by private car from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang costs about $130-350/vehicle.
5. What is the best way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
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- The best way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang is definitely to travel by plane. There are direct flights between these cities and these flihts are sometimes very cheap.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang?
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- The most cheapest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang is to travel by train (hard or soft seats are the most cheapest way) or tourist sleeper bus.
7. What to choose, train or bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
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- If you want to travel by land, it is better to travel by regular train (e.g.sleeper train) of Vietnam Railway.
8. Are e-tickets in your smartphone from Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang acceptable?
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- Yes, train and bus e-tickets in your smartphone or tablet are acceptable, but read carefully the instructions before and after you book your tickets or flights online (it can change).
9. Are there luxury tourist trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?
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- Yes, from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang you can travel by luxury tourist trains of Saigon Golden Train, Violette Train and New Livitrans Express. Train tickets cost about $50-60/pp.
10. Where you can travel from Nha Trang and how?
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- From Nha Trang you can go to Da Lat or you can continue to central and northern Vietnam. E.g. you can take a train or bus to Quy Nhon. From Quy Nhon you can travel to Da Nang + Hoi An.
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🚆 Train from Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang – Schedule / Timetable + Tickets:
| Train Schedule – Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang: | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Nha Trang | Train Ticket |
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| Train SE8 (seat, sleeper) | 06:00 | 13:39 | From $13.00 |
| Train SE2 (seat, sleeper) | 20:35 | 03:48 | From $19.00 |
| Train SE4 (seat, sleeper) | 19:00 | 02:29 | From $19.00 |
| Train SE22 (seat, sleeper) | 10:20 | 18:33 | From $17.00 |
| Train SE10 (seat, sleeper) | 12:20 | 21:26 | From $13.00 |
| Train SE6 (seat, sleeper) | 15:00 | 23:21 | From $19.00 |
| Train SNT2 (seat, sleeper) | 21:05 | 05:25 | From $19.00 |
| Train SE30 (seat, sleeper) | 17:50 | 02:58 | From $13.00 |
| Train SE12 (seat, sleeper) | 19:25 | 04:19 | From $16.00 |
| Violette Trains SE2 (sleeper) | 20:35 | 03:48 | From $60.00 |
| Halo Express SNT2 (sleeper) | 21:05 | 05:25 | From $55.00 |
🚍 Bus from Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang – Schedule / Timetable + Tickets:
| Bus Schedule – Ho Chi Minh to Nha Trang: | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Nha Trang | Bus Ticket |
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| Hanh Cafe | 08:00 | 17:00 | From $9.00/pp |
| Hanh Cafe | 11:00 | 20:00 | From $11.00/pp |
| Hanh Cafe | 19:30 | 04:30 | From $11.00/pp |
| Hanh Cafe | 22:15 | 07:15 | From $11.00/pp |
| Lien Hung | 07:15 | 18:00 | From $13.00/pp |
| Lien Hung | 12:30 | 23:30 | From $13.00/pp |
| Lien Hung | 19:45 | 05:15 | From $14.00/pp |
| Lien Hung | 22:30 | 06:45 | From $14.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 06:00 | 15:00 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 07:30 | 16:30 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 09:00 | 18:00 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 10:45 | 19:35 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 11:45 | 20:45 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 13:30 | 22:30 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 19:15 | 04:15 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 20:30 | 05:30 | From $17.00/pp |
| Techbus VN | 21:45 | 06:05 | From $17.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 06:15 | 15:15 | From $18.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 07:30 | 16:30 | From $18.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 10:15 | 19:15 | From $18.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 11:45 | 20:45 | From $18.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 12:45 | 21:45 | From $18.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 18:30 | 03:30 | From $25.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 19:30 | 04:30 | From $25.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 20:45 | 05:45 | From $25.00/pp |
| Duc Duong | 21:45 | 05:55 | From $25.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 07:30 | 16:00 | From $20.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 09:00 | 17:30 | From $20.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 10:00 | 19:00 | From $14.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 11:00 | 19:30 | From $20.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 12:00 | 21:00 | From $20.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 14:00 | 22:30 | From $20.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 19:00 | 04:00 | From $12.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 20:00 | 04:30 | From $20.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 21:00 | 05:30 | From $20.00/pp |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 22:00 | 07:00 | From $11.00/pp |
| Phuong Trang | 08:00 | 19:00 | From $12.00/pp |
| Phuong Trang | 12:00 | 23:00 | From $12.00/pp |
| Phuong Trang | 20:00 | 07:00 | From $12.00/pp |
| Phuong Trang | 21:00 | 08:00 | From $12.00/pp |
| Phuong Trang | 22:00 | 09:00 | From $12.00/pp |
| Phuong Trang | 23:00 | 10:00 | From $12.00/pp |
| iHome Transfer | 07:45 | 14:45 | From $23.00/pp |
| iHome Transfer | 10:00 | 17:00 | From $23.00/pp |
| iHome Transfer | 22:15 | 05:15 | From $23.00/pp |
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