1. Train – Ho Chi Minh to Hue
2. Bus – Ho Chi Minh to Hue
3. Flight – Ho Chi Minh to Hue
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From Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Hue you can travel by plane, train, bus.
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- The distance between Ho Chi Minh City and Hue in central Vietnam spans approximately 1050 km by land. Opting for a plane ride is considered the most efficient way to traverse from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue, with direct flights available at affordable rates. Alternatively, travelers can embark on a journey via seat or sleeper train operated by Vietnam Railways or opt for a tourist sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue.
- Train tickets to Hue from Saigon start at $25-35 per person, with sleeper berths offering the most comfortable experience. Traveling by train with Vietnam Railways from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue in central Vietnam generally takes about 20 to 23 hours, making it a preferred option over bus travel. Easily book train or bus tickets, as well as direct flights, from Ho Chi Minh to Hue through online platforms. Discover top-notch accommodations in Hue with discounts of up to 60% available at Accommodation in Hue.
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- Hue (Thừa Thiên – Huế province) – Central Vietnam. Hue is among the top destinations in central Vietnam, renowned for its rich history, diverse tourist activities, and delectable cuisine. Serving as a pivotal transportation hub in central Vietnam, Hue boasts an airport, railway station, and multiple bus terminals. Situated approximately 100 km north of Da Nang and 80 km from the iconic Hai Van Pass, Hue is a must-visit destination that seamlessly combines cultural immersion with scenic beauty. From Hue, travelers can extend their journey to northern Vietnam via sleeper train or plane to Hanoi, or explore destinations like Ninh Binh. With multiple transportation options available, including direct flights, trains, or sleeper buses, reaching Hue from Saigon is convenient and flexible.
| Transfer Mode – Ho Chi Minh to Hue: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Plane (Direct Flight) | 1.5 hour | $35-100/pp |
| Train | 20-23 hours | $25-90/pp (depends on train type) |
| Sleeper Bus | 19-23 hours | $23-50/pp |
How do I get from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue?
1. TRAIN from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue
The most used and cheapest land transfer option from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue is by train. Trains depart from Saigon Railway Station and arrive at Hue Railway Station, see the map of the Vietnamese railway. Train transfers to Hue are mainly used by solo and low-cost travelers looking for a cheaper option for transportation.
The train journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue takes between 20-23 hours, each train has a different travel time. This is a very long and tiring journey and it is advisable to use a sleeping berth in the train cabin. On this route you can use regular Vietnam Railways trains or the more comfortable tourist sleeping train Violette Express Train.
Regular trains offer seats and/or sleeping berths in cabins for 2, 4 or 6 passengers. The tourist Violette Express train only offers sleeping berths in cabins for 4 passengers. Train tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue cost between $25-90/pp, with seats being the cheapest option, sleepers being the more expensive option, and the tourist sleeper train by Violette Express always being the most expensive.
You can easily find and buy train tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue in central Vietnam online in advance. You don’t need to print these train tickets, just keep them on your smartphone and show them with the QR code when boarding the train. For convenience, it is also advisable to divide this longer route into 2 parts and visit, for example, Quy Nhon and then continue on another train to Hue.
🚆 Train Schedule / Timetable – Ho Chi Minh to Hue + Train Tickets:
| Train Schedule – Saigon to Hue: | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Hue | Train Ticket |
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| Train SE8 (soft seats, sleeper) | 06:00 | 03:28 | From $25.00 |
| Train SE6 (soft seats, sleeper) | 15:00 | 13:28 | From $25.00 |
| Train SE4 (soft seats, sleeper) | 19:00 | 15:27 | From $28.00 |
| Train SE2 (soft seats, sleeper) | 20:35 | 16:19 | From $30.00 |
| Violette Express Train SE2 | 20:35 | 16:19 | From $80.00 |
| Violette Express Train SE4 | 19:00 | 15:27 | From $80.00 |
2. BUS from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue
Another cheaper option for land transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue in central Vietnam is a bus transfer. It is good to know that for this long journey, this may not be the most comfortable option. On this route, you will be offered modern luxury or classic sleeper buses by Futabus – Phuong Trang, Hoang Long Do, Vietnam Transfers, VietNam Travel Bus, Techbus VN, Minh Duc Hue, Phi Long Hue, Tan Aba, Sapa Discovery Travel, Hanh Cafe.
Most tourist sleeper buses depart from stations such as An Suong Bus Station, Mien Dong Moi, Pham Ngu Lao, Mien Tay Bus Station and others in Ho Chi Minh City and arrive at places such as Phia Nem Hue Bus Station, Hue Southern Bus Station, Hue Phu Bai, Chu Van Anh and others.
You will see all information about departure points and stations in Ho Chi Minh City and arrival points in Hue when searching and booking tickets online. The bus journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue takes approximately 19-23 hours, but the stated travel time may vary and may not be exactly followed. Buses in Vietnam also have delays when departing or during the journey.
A bus transfer to Hue from Ho Chi Minh City costs between $23-50/pp, prices vary depending on the company and the type of bus and comfort it offers. These ticket prices are not fixed and may vary during the year or seasons. You can easily search and buy bus tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue online in advance.
3. FLIGHTS from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue
The fastest and most convenient option for transferring from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue is a direct flight. With a flight transfer, you can save many hours of time compared to land transport options. Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue are offered by airlines such as Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air or Bamboo Airways.
Flights are operated from Tan Son Nhat International Airport in Ho Chi Minh City to Phu Bai International Airport in Hue, see the map of Vietnamese airports. A direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue takes about 1.5 hours, flights with a transfer then about 4.5-8 hours.
When taking into account the time of travel to the airport and waiting before departure, the total transfer time can be about 5 hours in the case of a direct flight. Direct flights to Hue are usually a cheaper option than flights with a transfer in another city.
A direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue costs between $35-100/pp, these are prices for Economy class flights. Higher flight classes, e.g. from Vietnam Airlines can be more expensive, and connecting flights from this company are also more expensive. You can easily search and buy tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue online in advance.
When booking a ticket, also read all the information and instructions for the flight and follow the conditions specified by the airlines. If you do not want to visit other places in Vietnam during the transfer from Saigon to Hue, then a direct flight is the best option for transportation and some flights are relatively even very cheap.
❓ FAQ – Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue:
1. How to book tickets + flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue?
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- You can book tickets or flights from Ho Chi Minh to Hue on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
2. What is the travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue?
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- Travel by plane from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue takes about 1.5 hour.
- Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue takes about 20-23 hours.
- Travel by sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue takes about 19-23 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue?
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- Travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue by bus or train is about 1050 km, by plane about 650 km.
4. How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue?
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- Travel by plane from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue costs about $35-100/pp.
- Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue costs about $25-90/pp, depend on the type of train.
- Travel by sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue costs about $23-50/pp.
5. What is the best way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue?
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- The best and fastest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue is definitely to use a direct flight, it takes only about 1.5 hour. Low-cost flights from Saigon to Hue are cheap and starts already at $25/pp. If you are thinking about bus or train – choose travel by train.
6. What is the cheapest option of travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Hue?
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- The cheapest option how to get to Hue from Saigon is to travel by sleeper tourist bus.
7. Which luxury trains depart from Ho Chi Minh City?
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- There are also luxury tourist trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang – Violette Train, Saigon Golden Train and Livitrans Express. From Nha Trang you can travel by another train of Vietnam Railways to Hue.
8. Where to go next from Hue, what to visit?
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- If you travel from Hue to northern Vietnam, you can visit Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park or you can travel by train, bus or plane to Hanoi – to northern Vietnam. From Hanoi you can continue to the mountain areas – by train to Lao Cai or by bus to remote not so visited province of Ha Giang.
9. What are the must-visit attractions in Hue, what you should not to miss?
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- Hue is renowned for its historical and cultural sites. Some must-visit attractions include the Imperial City (Citadel), Thien Mu Pagoda, Tomb of Emperor Minh Mang, Tomb of Emperor Tu Duc, and the Perfume River. These sites offer a glimpse into Vietnam’s rich imperial history and architectural beauty.
10. What is the best time to visit Hue, when to go there?
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- The best time to visit Hue is during the dry season, which is typically from February to April. The weather is pleasant, with mild temperatures and lower humidity. Additionally, visiting during the Hue Festival, which takes place every two years in April, offers a unique opportunity to witness vibrant cultural performances and events.
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