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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
20 h 58 m
Average duration
21 h 7 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
676 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 7 trains that leave Ho Chi Minh City for Dong Ha on Mon, Jun 22, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 22 the direct trains cover the 676 km distance in an average of 21 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 58 m .
On Mon, Jun 22 the slowest trains will take 21 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
6:00 AM21h13Ho Chi Minh City3:13 AMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers- 9:10 AM20h58Ho Chi Minh City6:08 AMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
- 1:10 PM24h37Ho Chi Minh City1:47 PMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM20h59Ho Chi Minh City4:29 PMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 PM21h24Ho Chi Minh City6:14 PMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM20h58Ho Chi Minh City6:08 AMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM20h59Ho Chi Minh City4:29 PMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 PM21h00Ho Chi Minh City5:35 PMDong Ha$751One-way1 transfer
- 6:00 AM21h13Ho Chi Minh City3:13 AMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
- 8:50 PM21h24Ho Chi Minh City6:14 PMDong Ha$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 18m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a flight costs an average of $33.
Distance: 420 miles (676 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $133 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $123 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
22h 33m Average total duration 22h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 18m Average total duration Fastest 2h 18m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 23h 49m Average total duration 23h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha:
A bus is $20 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha costing on average $51 (€42).
A bus is $102 (€84) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha costing on average $133 (€109).
Other travel options to Dong Ha take longer:
Train takes on average 22h 3m.
Bus takes on average 23h 19m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Vietnam Railways.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha train times
The table below shows live departures for Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha trains for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 20h59 | 4:29 PM Dong Ha | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 21h00 | 5:35 PM Dong Ha | 1 transfer | |
| 8:50 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 21h24 | 6:14 PM Dong Ha | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, June 22 | |||||
| 6:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 21h13 | 3:13 AM Dong Ha | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:10 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 20h58 | 6:08 AM Dong Ha | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:10 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 24h37 | 1:47 PM Dong Ha | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:20 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 24h27 | 1:47 PM Dong Ha | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha
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Trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha run on average 6 times per day, taking around 22h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€35) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:25, the last at 21:13. The fastest train covers the 420 miles (676 km) distance in 20h 58m.
Distance 420 miles (676 km) |
Average train duration 22h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€35) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 20h 58m |
First train 8:25 AM |
Last train 9:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Ho Chi Minh City and Dong Ha from $21 (€17). 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Dong Ha 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 Dong Ha, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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