The cheapest and fastest trains from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City
Cheapest price
$77
Average price
$77
Fastest journey
20 h 46 m
Average duration
20 h 46 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
644 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City will cost around $77 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $77.
Of the 1 trains that leave Huế for Ho Chi Minh City on Sat, Dec 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Dec 20 the direct trains cover the 644 km distance in an average of 20 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 20 h 46 m .
On Sat, Dec 20 the slowest trains will take 20 h 46 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.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Huế to Ho Chi Minh City
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, and a train costs an average of €62.
Distance: 400 miles (644 km)
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| Train | Most popular Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€62 Average price | €38 Average price | €19 Average price Cheapest |
21h 16m Average total duration 20h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 0m Average total duration 18h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Huế to Ho Chi Minh City train times
The table below shows live departures for Huế to Ho Chi Minh City trains for today, Friday, December 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 8:45 AM Hue | 20h30 | 5:15 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 10:04 AM Hue | 19h41 | 5:45 AM Ho Chi Minh City | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 8:38 PM Hue | 20h57 | 5:35 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 1 transfer | |
| Saturday, December 20 | |||||
![]() | 1:45 AM Huế | 20h46 | 10:31 PM Ho Chi Minh City | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Huế to Ho Chi Minh City by train, bus, or flight
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City
Trains from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City run on average 3 times per day, taking around 20h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 (€62) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by bus.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:19, the last at 22:43. The fastest train covers the 400 miles (644 km) distance in 20h 46m.
Distance 400 miles (644 km) |
Average train duration 20h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 (€62) |
Trains per day 3 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 20h 46m |
First train 03:19 |
Last train 22:43 |
Train companies: Vietnam Railways from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City trainsVietnam Railways trains will get you between Huế and Ho Chi Minh City from $23 (€19). 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 Huế to Ho Chi Minh City
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Huế to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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