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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Cheapest price
$31
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
7 h 8 m
Average duration
7 h 19 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
321 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $31.
Of the 11 trains that leave Ho Chi Minh City for Nha Trang on Sun, May 10, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, May 10 the direct trains cover the 321 km distance in an average of 7 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 8 m .
On Sun, May 10 the slowest trains will take 7 h 25 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 AM7h25Ho Chi Minh City1:25 PMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers- 8:40 AM7h25Ho Chi Minh City4:05 PMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM7h22Ho Chi Minh City4:32 PMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 10:15 AM8h48Ho Chi Minh City7:03 PMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 1:10 PM8h34Ho Chi Minh City9:44 PMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 8:35 PM7h08Ho Chi Minh City3:43 AMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 7:25 PM7h20Ho Chi Minh City2:45 AMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM7h21Ho Chi Minh City2:51 AMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 9:10 AM7h22Ho Chi Minh City4:32 PMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
- 6:00 AM7h25Ho Chi Minh City1:25 PMNha Trang$311One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 12m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $35.
Distance: 199 miles (321 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $115 Average price | $53 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 21m Average total duration 7h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 34m Average total duration 7h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration Fastest 1h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 22m 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 Nha Trang:
A bus is $18 (€14) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang costing on average $30 (€24).
A bus is $103 (€82) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang costing on average $115 (€92).
Other travel options to Nha Trang take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 4m.
Train takes on average 7h 51m.
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 Nha Trang train times
The table below shows live departures for Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang trains for today, Saturday, May 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:40 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 7h25 | 4:05 PM Nha Trang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:10 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 7h22 | 4:32 PM Nha Trang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:15 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 8h48 | 7:03 PM Nha Trang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:10 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 8h34 | 9:44 PM Nha Trang | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, May 10 | |||||
| 6:00 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 7h25 | 1:25 PM Nha Trang | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
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Trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang run on average 9 times per day, taking around 7h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) but you can travel from only $7 (€5) by bus.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:44, the last at 22:42. The fastest train covers the 199 miles (321 km) distance in 7h 8m.
Distance 199 miles (321 km) |
Average train duration 7h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Trains per day 9 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 7h 8m |
First train 1:44 AM |
Last train 10:42 PM |
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Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang from $7 (€5). 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 Nha Trang
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang 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 Nha Trang, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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