2. Bus from Hanoi to Hue
3. Direct Flight to Hue
4. Private Car/Taxi to Hue
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How do I get from Hanoi to Hue?
1. TRAIN from Hanoi to Hue
One of the most popular and cheap transport options from Hanoi to Hue in central Vietnam is by Vietnam Railways train or tourist luxury sleeper trains. Train travel is also an opportunity to see Vietnam from a slightly different perspective and is also ideal for low-cost solo travelers. Trains depart from Hanoi Railway Station (120 Đường Lê Duẩn) and arrive at Huế Railway Station (Nguyen Tri Phường Street), both stations are relatively close to the center and easily accessible (see the Vietnam Railway Map).
There are standard Vietnamese trains in operation as well as more luxurious sleeper tourist trains such as Laman Express, Livitrans Express, Lotus Train and Violette Train. You can also buy food or light snacks and drinks on regular trains. These better sleeper trains offer good comfort and are mainly used by tourists and travelers. They are, of course, a little more expensive than regular Vietnam Railways trains. Tourist sleeper trains and their carriages are arranged in regular trains.
Since it is a relatively long journey, the train journey from Hanoi to Hue takes about 13-14 hours, it is better to choose sleeping beds either in regular trains, which are cheaper, or tourist trains. So you can get some sleep and rest if you ignore that the trains can be a little noisier. The price of tickets from Hanoi to Hue can therefore vary quite a bit, depending on what you choose, whether seats in ordinary trains or sleeping beds in ordinary or better tourist trains.
Regular trains to Hue from Hanoi range from $17-40/per person while tourist sleeper and better trains can cost from $65-130/per person. Tourist sleeper trains offer cabins for 2-4 people. You can easily search for train e-tickets from Hanoi to Hue online in advance, when ordering, read all additional instructions regarding the transfer.
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- You will receive your train e-ticket to Hue by email, ready to print or carry in your mobile phone or tablet and present when boarding the train in Hanoi Railway Station, read carefully the information before and after you book your train or bus tickets to Hue
2. SLEEPER BUS from Hanoi to Hue
Another way to travel from Hanoi to Hue is to travel by sleeper tourist bus. Although there are relatively modern and even brand new luxury buses, this option of transport may not be so convenient and it is good to know that the bus transfer from Hanoi to Hue takes around 13-15 hours. You also have to take into account slight delays, so it can be longer. On the other hand, the advantage is the relatively low price of bus tickets, a bus transfer costs approximately $15-33/per person.
There are different bus companies on the route from Hanoi to Hue and it is advisable to read traveler reviews before ordering tickets, you will see them when ordering. Among the more well-known companies are: Techbus VN, Grouptour, Duc Duong, Viet Nam Travel Bus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Full Moon Party Tour, To Vietnam Travel, Hoang Long, Hung Thanh, Queen Café or Hey Travel.
Some buses run in the morning and then there are also night buses that will take you to Hue in the morning. Some very modern buses to Hue also offer LCD TVs and a toilet right on the bus, but not all buses have these amenities. Most of the time, the buses are clean and the beds are relatively comfortable for everyone.
Buses depart from various locations in Hanoi and arrive in Hue at various locations as well, you will see this information and a map before ordering tickets. Search and book Hanoi to Hue bus tickets online and read all additional transfer instructions carefully.
3. DIRECT FLIGHTS from Hanoi to Hue
A direct domestic flight from Hanoi to Hue is another option for traveling between these cities. It is certainly the most convenient and fastest type of transport from northern to central Vietnam, and sometimes there may be various cheaper tickets on sale. Another advantage is that you can see Vietnam from above and get a different perspective of the country.
It is therefore ideal for those who do not have much time when traveling and want to avoid long transfers by train or bus. The flight time from Hanoi – Noi Bai International Airport to Hue – Phu Bai Airport is approximately 1 hour and flights are operated by Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways and Hanh Air Systems.
Together with waiting at the airport and check-in, this transport option can take about 4 hours. Phu Bai Airport is approximately 15 km from the city of Hue and you can reach the city from there by shuttle bus, private taxi or public bus.
Noi Bai Airport is approximately 30 km from the center of Hanoi and can be reached by public buses, shuttle buses or private taxis (see also the map of airports in Vietnam). Up to 10 direct flights of Vietnamese airlines are operated every day. All flights from Hanoi to Hue can be searched online and booked in advance.
4. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Hanoi to Hue
If you would like to use a private car transfer from Hanoi to Hue, this option is also available here. This is the most expensive option for transport between these cities and is offered by Hue Happy Travel. This company offers smaller classic cars or larger SUVs and minivans for more people on this route.
Minivans may be a suitable choice for you if you are traveling in a group of more people at the same time. The advantage of a private car transfer with a driver is that you can choose your departure point in Hanoi and your arrival point in Hue.
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For example, you can choose your hotel in Hanoi as the departure point and the same is possible in Hue. Transport by private car/taxi from Hanoi to Hue takes about 12.5-13 hours, but this time may vary, depending on your travel route.
Transfer by private car/taxi to Hue from Hanoi costs between $390-550/car, these prices vary depending on the type of vehicle you choose. You will always pay less for a smaller classic car than for a larger SUV or minivan for more people. You can easily search and book your private car/taxi from Hanoi to Hue online in advance.
❓ FAQ + Travel Tips – Travel route from Hanoi to Hue:
1. How to book and buy tickets and direct flights from Hanoi to Hue?
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- You can book tickets or flights from Hanoi to Hue online on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can also book another tickets, flights, trains, e.g. Hanoi > Ninh Binh, Ninh Binh > Hue…
2. What is the travel time from Hanoi to Hue?
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- Travel by plane from Hanoi to Hue – Phu Bai Airport takes about 1 hour (direct flight).
- Travel by train from Hanoi to Hue takes about 14 hours.
- Travel by sleeper bus from Hanoi to Hue takes about 13-15 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Hanoi to Hue?
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- Travel distance from Hanoi to Hue by bus or train is about 700 km, by plane about 600 km.
4. How much does it cost to travel from Hanoi to Hue?
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- Transfer by plane from Hanoi to Hue – Phu Bai Airport costs about $30-150/pp (direct flight).
- Transfer by train from Hanoi to Hue costs about $20-130/pp, depend on the type of train.
- Transfer by sleeper tourist bus from Hanoi to Hue costs about $14-33/pp.
5. What is the best way of transport from Hanoi to Hue?
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- The best and fastest way of transport from Hanoi to Hue is definitely to use a direct flight – travel by plane takes only about 1 hour. Low-cost flights are cheap and starts already at $35/pp. You should forget about traveling by bus for this long route in Vietnam, yes it is cheap, but it is really not so comfortable.
6. What is the most cheapest way of transport from Hanoi to Hue?
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- The most cheapest way of transport from Hanoi to Hue in central Vietnam is to travel by sleeper tourist bus. Bus tickets from Hanoi to Hue start already at $12/pp. But it is better to travel by train, to spend 15 hours in the bus it is not so comfortable. There are sleeper berths also in the trains to Hue.
7. Which luxury sleeper tourist trains depart from Hanoi to Hue?
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- There are also luxury sleeper tourist trains from Hanoi to Hue: Laman Express, Violette Train, Lotus Train and Livitrans Express. Laman Express and Lotus Train have also 2-berths cabins. These luxury trains from Hanoi to Hue you have to book in advance online.
8. What to choose – train or bus from Hanoi to Hue?
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- If you want to travel by land, it is better to book regular train of Vietnam Railways or private luxury tourist train. Buses are not so comfortable for this long trip.
9. Where you can go from Hue?
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- The closest and visited tourist place to Hue is Da Nang (+Hoi An). The 3rd biggest city of Vietnam. It is only about 100 km from Hue to Da Nang and you can travel by bus or train. From Da Nang you can travel and continue to the south of Vietnam, e.g. by train or bus to Quy Nhon. There are also various direct flights from Hue to southern Vietnam. You can also travel by train to Mui Ne, it is a popular beach site in Binh Thuan.
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.
11. How to travel solo in Vietnam?
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- Discover the wonders of solo travel in Vietnam as you explore ancient temples, cruise through scenic landscapes or karst sceneries, hike various national parks and ethnic villages and connect with the warm-hearted locals, creating a personalized journey of cultural immersion and breathtaking experiences.
BOOK a TOUR / ACTIVITY in Hue ➜
🚆 Train from Hanoi to Hue – Schedule / Timetable + Train Tickets:
| Train Schedule – Hanoi to Hue: | Departs in Hanoi | Arrival in Hue | Train Ticket |
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| Train SE1 (soft seat, sleeper) | 22:00 | 10:45 | From $19.90 |
| Train SE3 (soft seat, sleeper) | 19:20 | 08:26 | From $18.20 |
| Train SE5 (soft+hard seat, sleeper) | 15:30 | 05:30 | From $19.00 |
| Train SE7 (soft seat, sleeper) | 06:10 | 20:11 | From $17.80 |
| Train SE19 (soft seat, sleeper) | 19:50 | 09:20 | From $17.80 |
| Train TN3 (soft seat, sleeper) | 12:25 | 02:41 | From $25.10 |
| Train TN5 (soft seat, sleeper) | 15:30 | 05:51 | From $25.10 |
| Violette Trains SE1 (sleeper) | 22:00 | 10:45 | From $78.00 |
| Violette Trains SE3 (sleeper) | 19:20 | 08:26 | From $78.00 |
| New Livitrans Express SE3 (sleeper) | 22:00 | 10:45 | From $76.10 |
| Laman Express SE1 (sleeper) | 22:00 | 10:45 | From $83.00 |
| Lotus Train SE19 (sleeper) | 19:50 | 09:20 | From $69.50 |
🚍 Bus from Hanoi to Hue – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:
| Bus Schedule – Hanoi to Hue: | Departs in Hanoi | Arrival in Hue | Bus Ticket |
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| KT Travel Hue | 16:00 | 05:45 | From $18.00 |
| Techbus VN | 05:05 | 18:35 | From $28.00 |
| Techbus VN | 16:30 | 07:00 | From $28.00 |
| Techbus VN | 16:40 | 05:40 | From $20.00 |
| Duc Duong | 05:10 | 19:10 | From $29.00 |
| Duc Duong | 16:15 | 05:00 | From $22.00 |
| Viet Nam Travel Bus | 16:27 | 06:27 | From $26.00 |
| Hung Thanh | 18:30 | 07:30 | From $13.00 |
| The Sinh Tourist | 18:00 | 07:00 | From $13.00 |
| Queen Cafe | 18:00 | 07:00 | From $13.00 |
| Grouptour | 17:30 | 08:00 | From $13.00 |
| Grouptour | 17:50 | 08:20 | From $13.00 |
| Grouptour | 18:00 | 08:30 | From $13.00 |
| Full Moon Party | 17:30 | 05:50 | From $15.00 |
| Hey Travel | 18:30 | 06:50 | From $15.00 |
From Hanoi to Hue you can travel by train, sleeper bus, plane, taxi/car.
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- Travel distance from Hanoi to Hue in Vietnam is approximately 700 km by land. There are three options for reaching Hue from Hanoi in Vietnam: traveling by train, tourist bus, or taking a direct flight. The most efficient and quickest option to get from Hanoi to Hue is by taking a direct flight, which only takes about 1 hour by plane. Flights from Noi Bai Airport to Phu Bai Airport are sometimes very affordable, including low-cost flight options. However, for budget-conscious travelers, the optimal choice is to utilize a regular train or sleeper bus from Hanoi.
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- You can board a sleeper train from Hanoi Railway Station, offering a chance to rest during the journey, travel time by sleeper regular or tourist train from Hanoi to Hue is approximately 14 hours. Vietnam Railways operates regular trains, while there are also luxury tourist trains available such as Laman Express, Livitrans Express, Lotus Train, or Violette Train. Traveling by sleeper tourist bus from Hanoi to Hue takes around 15 hours. It is an economical and comfortable means of reaching Hue, with the train being the preferable option if possible, to avoid the bus. Purchase and book your train, bus tickets, or flights from Hanoi to Hue online. From Hue, you can continue your journey to Hoi An and Da Nang.
BOOK TICKETS to Hue with Baolau ➜
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- Hue (Thừa Thiên – Huế province) is a highly regarded and popular tourist destination in central Vietnam. It boasts numerous historical monuments, beautiful beaches, captivating landscapes, and delicious cuisine. Hue, situated in central Vietnam’s Thừa Thiên-Huế province, has strong ties to the imperial Nguyễn Dynasty, which governed from 1802 to 1945, until Emperor Bao Dai relinquished power in favor of Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary government. If you wish to minimize travel time, booking a direct flight to Hue is advisable. Additionally, from Hue, you can venture to Nha Trang in southern Vietnam. Refer to the instructions below in this article to learn how to travel to Hue from Hanoi. Prior to arriving in Hue, consider visiting amazing Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Dong Hoi.