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Compare train, bus, and flight for Hanoi to Huế
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Hanoi to Huế among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 335 miles (540 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$95 Average price | $20 Average price Cheapest | $131 Average price | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 45m Average total duration Fastest 1h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 52m Average total duration 11h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 30m Average total duration 6h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 9h 21m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hanoi to Huế:
A bus is $75 (€61) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hanoi to Huế costing on average $95 (€78).
A bus is $110 (€90) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Hanoi to Huế costing on average $131 (€107).
Other travel options to Huế take longer:
Flight takes on average 6h 30m.
Bus takes on average 11h 22m.
You'll arrive about 8h 6m sooner (1h 15m by train vs 9h 21m by car). Tickets start at around $95 (€78) compared to roughly $87 (€71) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Vietnam Railways.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hanoi to Huế
Trains from Hanoi to Huế run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $76 (€62) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 02:05, the last at 22:15. The fastest train covers the 335 miles (540 km) distance in 14h 18m.
Distance 335 miles (540 km) |
Average train duration 1h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $76 (€62) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 14h 18m |
First train 2:05 AM |
Last train 10:15 PM |
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Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Hanoi to Huế trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Hanoi and Huế from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Hanoi to Huế
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hanoi to Huế by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Huế, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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