1. Train Schedule to Da Nang
2. Bus Schedule to Da Nang
3. FAQ + Travel Tips + Info
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🚆 How to get by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang?
The train journey from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang in central Vietnam is relatively comfortable, but you must expect that this transfer takes approximately 17-20 hours. However, the train will take you through southern Vietnam by the coast, so you will see beautiful scenery and even beach areas from the train. Train transportation from Saigon to Da Nang is the cheapest transportation option and tickets range from 20-80 USD / per person. Of course, the seats are the cheapest, but sitting on them for up to 17 hours may not be a comfortable option for everyone. Then it is necessary to choose a sleeping bed on the train, it is of course a little more expensive than a classic seat, but you can get some sleep and relax.
There are regular trains by VR or Violette tourist sleeper trains.
There are regular sleeper trains on offer, but you can also use the Violette Train – luxury tourist sleeper train, tickets for the tourist sleeper train are of course higher and range from USD 60 / per person and up. Search and book train tickets from Saigon to Da Nang in advance online on the platforms listed below. Here you will also see the current train schedule between Saigon and Da Nang, you will definitely choose a suitable connection for you. Traveling by train is an interesting experience and it is definitely a good idea to try it in Vietnam, on the other hand, some transfers can take a lot of time, even on this route to Da Nang, for example.
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📅 Train from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang – Schedule / Timetable + Tickets:
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- Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Da Nang – top tourist train route from southern to central Vietnam
- there are overnight sleeper and seat trains of Vietnam Railways
- tourist luxury train – Violette Train, Saigon Golden Train (SGT to Nha Trang)
- travel by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang takes about 17-20 hours
- train ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang costs about $20-80/pp (hard, soft seat, sleeper…)
- trains from Ho Chi Minh City depart from Saigon Railway Station
- arrival of train in Da Nang – Da Nang Railway Station
- trains of Vietnam Railways/Violette Train have sleeper cabins for 2-4-6 people or hard/soft seats, berths
- the most cheapest train ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang costs about $20/pp – hard seat
- from Da Nang you can also easily go to Hoi An ancient town
- Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Da Nang – top tourist train route from southern to central Vietnam
Train Schedule - Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Da Nang | Train Ticket |
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Train SE2 (seats, sleeper) | 20:35 | 13:40 | From $25.00 |
Train SE4 (seats, sleeper) | 19:00 | 12:42 | From $25.00 |
Train SE8 (seats, sleeper) | 06:00 | 00:36 | From $21.00 |
Train SE6 (seats, sleeper) | 15:00 | 10:10 | From $25.00 |
Train SE22 (seats, sleeper) | 10:20 | 05:55 | From $25.00 |
Train SE12 (seats, sleeper) | 19:25 | 15:28 | From $25.00 |
Train SE10 (seats, sleeper) | 12:20 | 08:49 | From $25.00 |
Train SE28 (seats, sleeper) | 22:50 | 20:55 | From $21.00 |
Violette Train SE2 (sleeper) | 20:35 | 13:40 | From $75.00 |
Violette Train SE4 (sleeper) | 19:00 | 12:42 | From $75.00 |
Trains from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Da Nang:
From Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang you can travel by train of Vietnam Railways or Violette Train.
You can also travel by Saigon Golden Train to Nha Trang.
🚍 From Saigon to Da Nang you can lso travel by tourist sleeper bus.
Bus transport is another option for traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang. Sometimes it can be cheaper than a train transfer, but you have to take into account that most of these tourist buses have sleeper beds and this may not be the right comfort for some travelers. It takes up to 20 hours to travel by bus from Saigon to Da Nang, and that’s a really long time to spend on a bus. These buses also often have different stops before reaching Da Nang.
Bus transport is also another cheap option of getting to Da Nang.
There are also some very modern or luxurious buses on this route, e.g. with LCD TVs or a toilet in the car, these buses can be more expensive, e.g. tickets can cost as much as 40 USD / per person. A cheaper option is the classic, slightly older sleeper buses, of which there are a lot of them in Vietnam. The advantage of buses can sometimes be that some of them go where trains do not go. So if you are moving from the south to the center of Vietnam, they can sometimes be a good choice. If you are thinking whether to go from Saigon to Da Nang by train or bus, it is better to choose the train and choose a sleeping bed. Some buses accept mobile e-tickets, some do not, you should always find out this information before booking tickets online. Here you will also see the current bus schedule to Da Nang from Saigon.
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📅 Bus from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang – Schedule / Timetable + Tickets:
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- Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Da Nang by bus – a popular bus route from southern to central Vietnam
- you can travel by day or overnight sleeper tourist buses from Saigon to Da Nang
- bus ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang costs about $20-45/pp
- travel by bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang takes about 19-24 hours
- buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang depart from various bus stations in Ho Chi Minh
- buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang arrive to various bus stations in Da Nang
- bus companies: Viet Nam Travel Bus, Techbus VN, Futabus – Phuong Trang, Hanh Café
- the most cheapest bus ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang costs about $20/pp (sleeper)
- Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Da Nang by bus – a popular bus route from southern to central Vietnam
Bus Schedule - Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Da Nang | Book bus ticket |
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Futabus - Phuong Trang | 10:30 | 06:30 | From $16.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 05:00 | 00:00 | From $33.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 08:00 | 04:00 | From $33.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 10:00 | 03:30 | From $40.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 11:00 | 06:30 | From $31.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 12:30 | 06:00 | From $40.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 14:00 | 10:30 | From $40.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 15:00 | 08:00 | From $40.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 18:00 | 10:30 | From $40.00 |
VietNam Travel Bus | 19:45 | 15:45 | From $23.00 |
Techbus VN | 07:45 | 09:45 | From $31.00 |
Hanh Cafe | 08:00 | 08:30 | From $24.00 |
Tourist Sleeper Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang:
From Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang you can travel by sleeper day and overnight tourist bus.
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel route from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang:
1. How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang?
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- Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) to Da Nang takes about 17-20 hours (depends on the type of train).
- Travel by bus from Ho Chi Minh (Saigon) to Da Nang takes about 19-24 hours (depends on the bus company).
2. How to book tickets or flights from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- You can book tickets and flights from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜. Visit these websites for current schedules and prices of tickets from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang.
3. How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- Travel by train from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang costs about $23-80. It depends which train you choose. The most cheapest train ticket costs about $23 (hard seat). The luxury tourist sleeper train costs about $70-80 (Violette Train).
- Travel by bus from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang costs about $20-45. Overnight or day sleeper buses.
4. What is the travel distance from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- Travel distance from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang by bus or train is about 1000 km (it can change according the bus company).
5. Which train from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang to choose?
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- The best trains from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang are luxury tourist trains – Violette Express Trains.
6. What is better – travel by bus or train from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- It is better to travel by train to Da Nang (sleeper). Travel by bus to Da Nang is not so comfortable for this long journey.
7. Are there high-speed trains from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- No, there are not still high-speed trains in Vietnam. But in the near future there is a plan to build a high-speed railway from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City (more information about this railway).
8. What to watch out when traveling by train from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- The most important thing is to watch your baggage in the train. Come to Saigon Railway Station about 1 hour before departure.
9. Is it possible to buy some food in train from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- Yes, you can buy some food in train from Saigon to Da Nang. Some tourist trains have also some snack and drink for free.
10. Is an e-ticket from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang in smartphone acceptable?
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- For bookings with private tourist trains to Da Nang – New Livitrans Express, Violette Train, you will be required to complete the payment before submitting your order of train ticket. Your reservation will be processed and you will receive your e-ticket by email, ready to print and present when boarding the train in the station (it is recommended to print this train ticket).
- For bookings with regular trains – You can use your train e-ticket in your smartphone, but – it is recommended to print your train ticket.
- Read carefully all the instructions before you book train tickets to Da Nang at Baolau or 12go.asia
11. Is there also a different way how to get from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang?
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- Yes, from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang you can also travel by plane. There are a few direct flights to Da Nang every day. It is also the most comfortable way of traveling from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang. The direct flight from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang takes only about 1 hour and 20 minutes. Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang cost about $40-110/pp.
12. From which railway station in Ho Chi Minh trains to Da Nang depart?
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- Trains from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang depart from Saigon Railway Station.
13. What is the end railway station in Da Nang?
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- Trains from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang arrive in Da Nang Railway Station.
14. Where to stay in Da Nang?
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- Da Nang offers a wide range of various accommodation – hotels, homestays, hostels or resorts. You can choose and book from these selections: The best cheap hotels in Da Nang and the best luxury hotels in Da Nang.
15. Where to go and travel from Da Nang?
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- You can continue to travel by train or bus to Hue or to Hoi An – from Da Nang to Hoi An by bus. These travel routes are the most popular tourist routes in central Vietnam.
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