1. Train – Nha Trang to Hanoi
2. Flight – Nha Trang to Hanoi
3. Bus – Nha Trang to Hanoi
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From Nha Trang to Hanoi you can go by plane (direct flight), train, bus.
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- Travel distance from Nha Trang to Hanoi city is about 1300 km by land. There are 3 options how you can reach Hanoi from Nha Trang: there is a direct flight, or you can travel by train and tourist sleeper bus (via Da Nang and Hue). The best and fastest way how you can go to Hanoi from Nha Trang is to take a direct flight to Noi Bai Airport. Transfer by plane from Nha Trang to Hanoi takes about 1.5 – 2 hours (direct flight) and costs about $70-170/pp. There are flights from Cam Ranh Airport to Noi Bai Airport.
- Another popular and cheap option of transfer to Hanoi from Nha Trang is to travel by train. There are trains of Vietnam Railways or from Da Nang you can travel by tourist luxury sleeper trains. Transfer by train from Nha Trang to Hanoi takes about 26-31 hours and train tickets cost about $30-60/pp. The last way how you can travel to Hanoi from Nha Trang is to take a sleeper bus. Transfer by sleeper bus from Nha Trang to Hanoi takes totally about 30 hours and bus tickets cost about $24-32/pp. From Hanoi you can travel to Cat Ba Island by bus + ferry via Hai Phong.
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- There is no other way how you can go to Hanoi, but the most experienced drivers can also travel on motorbike. Hanoi is the capital of Vietnam and one of the most visited cities in southeast Asia. It is very important transfer junction of northern Vietnam. There is a railway station, international airport and various tourist buses to most visited sites in the north. Hanoi is an important political, economic and cultural center of the country and since 1976 the capital of the unified Vietnam. Today’s Hanoi is a modern, vibrant city, the core of which was created under French colonial rule.
- Although it was heavily bombed during the Indochina war, it is considered the most magical capital in all of Asia. The center of Hanoi is Hoan Kiem, the so-called „Lake of the Returned Sword“. If you want to save your travel time, you should take a direct flight from Nha Trang to Hanoi. Sometimes these direct flights to Noi Bai International Airport are very cheap. Read the instructions how you can reach Hanoi from Nha Trang below in this article. From Hanoi you can also travel to Sapa via Lao Cai, there are trains to Lao Cai or tourist buses or taxi to Sapa town.
| Transfer Mode – Nha Trang to Hanoi: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Plane (Direct Flight) | 1.5-2 hours | $70-170/pp |
| Train | 26-31 hours | $30-60/pp |
| Tourist Bus (via Hue) | 26-30 hours | $24-32/pp |
How do I get from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
1. TRAIN from Nha Trang to Hanoi
The most popular low-cost transportation option from Nha Trang to Hanoi is the Vietnam Railways train. It is a very long route from the south-central part of Vietnam to the far north. These trains also pass through other interesting cities such as Quy Nhon, Da Nang, Hue, Dong Hoi, Vinh or Ninh Binh so you can split the journey into several days and get to know Vietnam in greater depth.
On the way from Nha Trang to Hanoi, trains will offer you seats or sleeping beds in cabins. You should definitely choose sleepers, because of the very long drive. The train travel time from Nha Trang to Hanoi is approximately 26-31 hours and tickets range from $35-70/pp. Seats on trains are always the cheapest option and sleepers are always more expensive.
These trains depart from Nha Trang Railway Station and arrive at Hanoi Railway Station (120 Le Duan). Both stations are relatively close to the city centers and are easily accessible from anywhere, check the Vietnam Railway Map. If you would like to use the more comfortable tourist sleeper trains, you can use them from the city of Da Nang.
Tourist and more comfortable trains such as Livitrans Express, Violette Train, Damitrans Train, Lotus Train or Laman Express leave for Hanoi from Da Nang. These tourist trains are always the most expensive variant of the train transfer, they are arranged in regular trains and only have sleeping beds.
You can easily find and buy train tickets from Nha Trang to Hanoi (or tickets via Da Nang) online, even in advance. You can also choose the location of the seat or bed. Regular trains also accept smartphone tickets, however, always read up-to-date transfer information and ticket instructions when booking. The train transfer from Nha Trang to Hanoi is the most used low-cost transport option between these distant cities.
2. DIRECT FLIGHT from Nha Trang to Hanoi
If you want to get to Hanoi from Nha Trang as quickly and comfortably as possible, then definitely use a direct flight. Although you won’t have the opportunity to visit other places, you will definitely save several hours of your time.
These flights are operated from Cam Ranh International Airport to Noi Bai Airport, which is about 30 km from the center of Hanoi, see the airport map of Vietnam. Cam Ranh International Airport is approximately 40 km south of Nha Trang and you can use buses or shuttle buses or other private transfer, such as a taxi, for the transfer.
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Direct flights from Nha Trang to Hanoi are operated by Vietnamese companies VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways, Vietnam Airlines, Hanh Air Systems. VietJet Air offers you the cheapest flights to Hanoi, on the other hand, Hanh Air Systems offers small planes for a limited number of passengers.
On this route between Nha Trang and Hanoi, there are flights of Economy class and/or higher classes, e.g. business class. The price of these direct flights also depends on the class. A direct flight from Nha Trang to Hanoi ranges from $70-170/pp, but these prices can change during the seasons.
A direct flight is the fastest way to get to Hanoi from Nha Trang and the flight time is approximately 1.5 hours. You can search and buy tickets from Nha Trang to Hanoi online even in advance. When ordering tickets, always read all conditions and flight instructions carefully to avoid any complications.
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3. BUS from Nha Trang to Hanoi (via Hue)
From Nha Trang to Hanoi, you can also use another low-cost transport option, namely a transfer by intercity sleeper bus. However, it is necessary and certainly convenient in terms of comfort to plan this trip in 2 steps, e.g. with a transfer in the city of Hue. Hue is an interesting historical city in central Vietnam and there are various sleeper buses from several companies between Nha Trang – Hue – Hanoi. Expect a long journey that takes many hours and may not be as comfortable as traveling by train.
The first step is to take a sleeper intercity bus from Nha Trang to Hue. This route is approximately 600 km long and the bus travel time from Nha Trang to Hue is approximately 12-15 hours, each company may have a different travel time.
On the route from Nha Trang to Hue, you can use companies such as Hanh Cafe, Techbus VN, Full Moon Party Tour and others. A bus transfer from Nha Trang to Hue costs approximately $20-27/pp, these prices may change throughout the year.
Buses can depart from various locations in Nha Trang and arrive at various locations in Hue, you will always see this information when searching for tickets on online platforms. You can easily find and buy bus tickets from Nha Trang to Hue online even in advance.
Please arrive at the departure point in Nha Trang at least 30 minutes before the bus departs. Also read all the instructions and conditions of these bus transfers when booking your tickets.
The second step is again to travel by sleeper intercity bus from Hue to Hanoi. Again, this is a very long journey, the travel distance from Hue to Hanoi is about 700 km. The travel time by sleeper bus from Hue to Hanoi is about 12-15 hours, but it is good to take into account that the buses may also be late and the exact times may not be observed.
On the route from Hue to Hanoi, you can use the bus companies VietNam Travel Bus, Duc Duong, Futabus, Techbus VN, Sapa Discovery Travel, Vietnam Luxury Travel, To Vietnam Travel, Queen Cafe, Grouptour, Green Trips, King Express Bus and others.
Some of these companies will offer you very new and modern sleeper buses with perfect comfort. Bus tickets from Hue to Hanoi range from $13-28/pp. Once again, you can easily find and buy tickets to Hanoi online in advance.
The bus transfer from Nha Trang to Hanoi is more of an alternative to the train transfer. It may not be bad for shorter distances, but for longer distances it is better to use train transport.
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❓ FAQ + Tips – Travel route from Nha Trang to Hanoi:
1. How to book and buy tickets + flights from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- You can book tickets or flight from Nha Trang to Hanoi on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can also search another route, e.g. Nha Trang to Da Nang, Da Nang to Hanoi…
2. What is the travel time from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- Travel by plane – direct flight from Nha Trang to Hanoi takes about 1.5 – 2 hours.
- Travel by train from Nha Trang to Hanoi takes about 26-31 hours.
- Travel by sleeper intercity bus from Nha Trang to Hanoi (via Hue) takes about 26-30 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- Travel distance from Nha Trang to Hanoi is about 1300 km by train/bus and about 1100 km by plane.
4. How much does it cost to travel from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- Travel by plane from Nha Trang to Hanoi costs about $70-170/pp.
- Travel by train from Nha Trang to Hanoi costs about $30-60/pp.
- Travel by sleeper bus from Nha Trang to Hanoi (via Da Nang or Hue) costs about $24-32/pp.
5. What is the best way of transfer from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- The best option (if you want to skip central Vietnam) of transportation from Nha Trang to Hanoi is to travel by plane. It is very fast and sometimes also very cheap, low-cost direct flight from Hanoi to Nha Trang costs about $40-80/pp.
6. What is the cheapest option of transfer from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- The cheapest way of transfer to Hanoi from Nha Trang is to travel by train of Vietnam Railways, the most cheapest train tickest start already at $35/pp.
7. What is the most popular way of transfer from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- The most popular way of transfer to Hanoi from Nha Trang is to travel by train of Vietnam Railways, it is also a cheap option. Many travelers take the train because you can also visit another popular sites of central Vietnam, like Quy Nhon, Da Nang, Hue or Dong Hoi.
8. Where and how to travel from Hanoi?
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- You can travel from Hanoi to various interesting sites of northern Vietnam. One of the most frequented travel routes is from Hanoi to Sapa and from Hanoi to Halong Bay.
9. Are there also some luxury tourist trains from Nha Trang to Hanoi?
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- There are luxury tourist trains from Da Nang to Hanoi or from Hue to Hanoi – Livitrans Express, Lotus Train, Violette Train or Laman Express.
10. 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.
11. What is the weather in Vietnam and what to expect?
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- Weather in Vietnam varies with a tropical climate featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. In the north, the dry season (October to April) brings cooler temperatures, while the wet season (May to September) is marked by higher humidity and heavy rainfall. Central Vietnam experiences a dry period (January to August) with lower humidity and a wet season (September to December) characterized by increased rainfall. In southern Vietnam, the dry season (December to April) offers warm temperatures, while the wet season (May to November) brings higher humidity and occasional heavy rainfall. For accurate information, check local forecasts.
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🚆 Train Schedule / Timetable – Nha Trang to Hanoi + Train Tickets:
Train Schedule - Nha Trang to Hanoi | Departs in Nha Trang | Arrival in Hanoi | Train Ticket |
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Train SE2 (seats, sleeper) | 03:56 | 06:00 (26h 04m) | From $35.00 |
Train SE6 (seats, sleeper) | 23:28 | 04:35 (29h 07m) | From $35.00 |
Train SE12 (seats, sleeper) | 04:26 | 10:10 (29h 44m) | From $35.00 |
Train SE10 (seats, sleeper) | 21:45 | 04:55 (31h 10m) | From $35.00 |
Train SE4 (seats, sleeper) | 02:36 | 05:40 (27h 04m) | From $37.00 |
✈️ Flights from Nha Trang to Hanoi – Schedule / Timetable + Airlines:
Flight Schedule - Nha Trang to Hanoi | Departs in Nha Trang | Arrival in Hanoi | Price |
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VietJet Air | 08:00 | 09:50 | From $75.00 |
VietJet Air | 22:30 | 00:20 | From $75.00 |
VietJet Air | 10:30 | 12:25 | From $75.00 |
VietJet Air | 13:55 | 15:40 | From $75.00 |
VietJet Air | 11:00 | 12:50 | From $75.00 |
VietJet Air | 18:35 | 20:25 | From $75.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 23:50 | 01:50 | From $83.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 23:40 | 01:40 | From $83.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 19:45 | 21:45 | From $100.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 20:55 | 22:55 | From $100.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 09:15 | 11:15 | From $110.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 19:00 | 21:00 | From $110.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 12:30 | 14:30 | From $130.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 15:25 | 17:25 | From $130.00 |
Vietnam Airlines | 15:45 | 17:45 | From $130.00 |
Bamboo Airways | 09:40 | 11:40 | From $80.00 |
Bamboo Airways | 15:40 | 17:35 | From $80.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 08:00 | 09:50 | From $147.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 10:30 | 12:25 | From $147.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 11:00 | 12:50 | From $147.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 13:55 | 15:40 | From $147.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 18:35 | 20:25 | From $175.00 |
Hanh Air Systems | 22:30 | 00:20 | From $147.00 |
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