From Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon you can travel by bus, train or plane.
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- To swiftly reach Quy Nhon from Saigon, consider the fastest and most comfortable option: traveling by plane. Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City (Tan Son Nhat Airport) to Quy Nhon (Phu Cat Airport) are available, with low-cost fares starting from $40-55 per person. The flight duration is approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes. Upon arrival at Phu Cat Airport, you can easily commute to Quy Nhon town via shuttle bus or taxi, covering a distance of about 30 km. Alternatively, you can opt to travel by train or tourist sleeper bus. Vietnam Railways offers train services with a travel time of 11-14 hours, while sleeper overnight buses take approximately 14 hours.
- Trains depart from Saigon Railway Station and arrive at Dieu Tri Railway Station (approximately 10 km from Quy Nhon) or in Quy Nhon town directly. Sleeper bus tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon are priced around $12-22 per person, while train tickets range from $15 to $40 per person, depending on the chosen class. From Quy Nhon, you can also journey to Hue in central Vietnam, with transportation options including trains, buses, or flights with stopovers. Secure your bus/train tickets or direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon conveniently online.
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- Quy Nhon (Qui Nhơn) is nestled along the south-central coast of Binh Dinh province, approximately 650 km northeast of Ho Chi Minh City. Unlike bustling Nha Trang, Quy Nhon offers a tranquil escape with fewer tourists. Situated just 200 km south of Quy Nhon, Nha Trang is the more popular beach city in southern Vietnam. Phu Cat Airport, located about 30 km north of Quy Nhon town, facilitates convenient air travel with direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon). Before embarking on your trip to Quy Nhon in Binh Dinh province, familiarize yourself with the local weather conditions by reading our comprehensive guide: Weather in Quy Nhon.
| Transfer Mode – Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Tourist Bus | 12-13 hours | $12-22 per person |
| Train to Quy Nhon | 14 hours | $15-40 per person |
| Train to Dieu Tri | 11-12 hours | $10-45 per person |
| Plane – Direct Flight | 1 hour 10 minutes | $40-150 per person |
How do I get from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon?
1. BUS from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon
The first option for a low-cost transfer from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon, suitable even for solo travelers, is a trip by intercity sleeper bus. Phuc Thuan Thao, Futabus – Phuong Trang, Hoang Khang, VietNam Travel Bus, An Phu Buslines operate bus lines on this route, which offer you classic sleeper buses, older ones, but also very new and modern ones. E.g. Futabus – Phuong Trang is a verified company with good references.
These buses depart from various locations in Ho Chi Minh City and also arrive at various locations in Quy Nhon, you will always see this information when searching for tickets on online platforms. The travel time by sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon is approximately 12-13 hours, but it is necessary to take into account that buses can also be late in Vietnam and this travel time can change.
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It also happens that the departure and arrival times are not strictly observed. It is therefore advisable to arrive at the departure point in Saigon at least 30 minutes before the departure of the bus. The sleeper bus is an option for those who want to save money and budget.
Bus tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon cost around $12-22/pp, depending on the type of bus, modern and latest buses are usually the more expensive option. You can easily search and book bus tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon online even in advance.
Always read the transfer conditions, ticket instructions and follow all instructions of the bus company to avoid possible complications. Traveling by bus is suitable for low-budget travelers who don’t mind longer transport in a sleeper bus.
🚍 Bus from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon – Schedule / Timetable + Tickets:
| Bus Schedule – Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon: | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Quy Nhon | Bus Ticket |
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| Hoang Khang | 14:00 | 02:40 | From $20.00 |
| VietNam Travel Bus | 15:00 | 03:40 | From $22.00 |
| An Phu Buslines | 18:00 | 05:30 | From $16.00 |
| An Phu Buslines | 19:30 | 08:00 | From $21.00 |
| Futabus | 18:35 | 08:35 | From $11.40 |
| Futabus | 19:35 | 09:35 | From $11.40 |
2. TRAIN from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon (Dieu Tri)
The second and more popular low-cost transfer option to Quy Nhon from Ho Chi Minh City is a trip by Vietnam Railways train. With this type of transport, you have 2 options, the first is to travel by train to Dieu Tri Railway Station, which is about 10 km from the city, or by train directly to the city of Quy Nhon (look at the Vietnam railway map).
A minor disadvantage is that most trains only stop at Dieu Tri Railway Station and do not go directly to the city, these trains then continue further into central Vietnam. There is only 1 train per day directly to Quy Nhon city. So, first of all, it is advisable to look up the current timetable and adapt accordingly.
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Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh to Dieu Tri takes about 11-13.5 hours and the train journey to Quy Nhon takes about 14 hours. Train tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon (or Dieu Tri) cost between $15-40/pp (soft seat, sleeper). These prices can change during the year and are not always fixed. Sleeping beds are also available in cabins for 4 or 6 passengers.
Of course, sleeping beds are always a more expensive option than classic seats. You can find and book train tickets from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon online even in advance. Regular trains also accept mobile phone/tablet train tickets so there is no need to print them.
However, always carefully read the current information about the transfer, tickets and follow the instructions that will be given. A train transfer is an ideal choice for all travelers, as it offers you cheap seats or more comfortable beds. It is rather better to choose a sleeping bed, as it is a longer travel route.
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🚆 Train from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon (Dieu Tri) – Schedule + Tickets:
| Train Schedule – Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Dieu Tri (Quy Nhon) | Train Ticket |
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| Train SE30 (seats, sleeper) | 17:50 | 08:05 (Quy Nhon) | From $18.00 |
| Train SE2 (seats, sleeper) | 20:35 | 08:05 | From $20.00 |
| Train SE4 (seats, sleeper) | 19:00 | 06:40 | From $17.00 |
| Train SE6 (seats, sleeper) | 15:00 | 03:45 | From $17.00 |
| Train SE22 (seats, sleeper) | 10:20 | 23:21 | From $20.00 |
| Train SE8 (seats, sleeper) | 06:00 | 18:29 | From $20.00 |
| Train SE30 (seats, sleeper) | 17:50 | 07:25 | From $17.00 |
| Train SE10 (seats, sleeper) | 12:20 | 02:16 | From $17.00 |
| Train SE12 (seats, sleeper) | 19:25 | 08:56 | From $20.00 |
3. FLIGHT from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon
By far the fastest and most convenient way to get to Quy Nhon in central Vietnam from Ho Chi Minh City is by direct flight. The advantage is that sometimes these flights can be at discounted prices and the plane trip can be worth it. A minor disadvantage is that the flight schedule can sometimes be more limited.
Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon are operated by Vietnamese and well-known airlines VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines and Bamboo Airways, with VietJet Air usually offering the cheapest tickets. Direct flights are operated from Tan Son Nhat Airport in Saigon to Phu Cat Airport, which is about 30 km from Quy Nhon city (see map of airports in Vietnam).
You can get to Quy Nhon from Phu Cat airport by shuttle bus or by private taxi, there is no railway to this airport. Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon range from $40-150/pp, some airlines will offer you a higher flight class than just Economy. Vietnam Airlines also offers business class, but for most passengers it probably won’t make sense to use this option between Saigon and Quy Nhon.
The direct flight time from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes, if we include the wait before departure, the total transfer time will be approximately 4 hours. So, compared to land transport options, you can save up to 8 hours of travel time.
You can easily search and buy direct flights to Qyu Nhon from Saigon online. Carefully read all instructions for this type of transfer and current flight conditions. A direct flight is a good transfer option to Quy Nhon, it will take you less time and the flights can be relatively cheap, so it is good to think about this option.
❓ FAQ + Infos – Travel from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon:
1. How to book and buy tickets from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon?
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- You can book tickets + flights from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can search and book another route, e.g. Ho Chi Minh > Nha Trang, Nha Trang > Quy Nhon.
2. What is the travel time from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon?
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- Travel by tourist sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon takes about 12-14 hours.
- Travel by train by Vietnam Railways from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon takes about 14 hours.
- Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Dieu Tri (10 km from Quy Nhon) takes about 11-12 hours.
- Travel by plane – direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
3. How much does it cost to travel from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon?
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- Transfer by tourist sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon costs about $12-22/pp.
- Transfer by train by Vietnam Railways from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon costs about $15-40/pp.
- Transfer by plane – direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon costs about $40-150/pp.
4. What is the travel distance from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon?
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- Travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon is about 600-650 km by train/bus and about 500 km by plane.
5. What is the cheapest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon?
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- The cheapest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon is to travel by bus, tickets start at $10 (sleeper). Hard seat in train from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon/Dieu Tri costs about $12-15/pp.
6. What is the fastest way of transport from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon?
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- The fastest way of getting from Ho Chi Minh City to Quy Nhon is to travel by plane. The closest airport is Phu Cat Airport and it is about 30 north of Quy Nhon and direct flights takes about 1 hour 10 minutes.
7. What to book – train or bus from Ho Chi Minh to Quy Nhon?
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- If you want to travel by land, it is better to book train of Vietnam Railway – sleeper berth. You can also choose and book soft seat, seats are the most cheapest option.
8. How to get from Nha Trang to Quy Nhon?
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- From Nha Trang to Quy Nhon you can travel by bus or train, travel distance is about 200 km. Read this > How to get from Nha Trang to Quy Nhon by bus or train?
9. Where to go from Quy Nhon?
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- From Quy Nhon you can travel by train or bus to central Vietnam and after this visit you can continue to northern Vietnam, for example you can travel by bus/train to Da Nang or Hue.
10. Which beaches can you visit in central Vietnam?
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- Central Vietnam is known for its stunning coastline and beautiful beaches. The best places for visit these beaches are in Cam Ranh coast, Nha Trang area, Quy Nhon or Hue. Read this article: The Best Beaches in Central Vietnam.
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