Timetable checked on October 21, 2026
Hanoi to Da Nang by train
The North–South line links Hanoi and Da Nang in 15h 08m to 18h 10m. Night trains save a hotel night, and most reach the coast after Hue in the morning light.
- Journey time
- 15h 08m to 18h 10m
- Departures
- 9 a day
- First / last
- 06:00 / 21:45
- From
- ₫800,000
- Distance
- 791 km
Hanoi Station (Ga Hà Nội) → Da Nang Station (Ga Đà Nẵng)
The short answer
The official timetable lists 9 trains a day from Hanoi to Da Nang, leaving between 06:00 and 21:45. The fastest, SE3, takes 15h 08m. The evening departures are the practical choice: a berth replaces a hotel night, and most of them run along the Hai Van coast, between Hue and Da Nang, in the morning. Private carriages such as Laman, Lotus or Chapa Express ride on some of these trains.
- FastestSE3 at 19:20, arrives 10:28 (15h 08m)
- CheapestSoft seat, air-conditioned from ₫800,000 (≈ $31)
- Best night trainSE3 at 19:20, arrives 10:28: a full night on board, no hotel needed
- Think twiceSE5 arrives at 00:21, in the middle of the night
Timetable Hanoi → Da Nang
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE76-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 06:00 | 22:15 | 16h 15m | ₫800,000≈ $31 | Book |
| SE56-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 08:00 | 00:21+1 day | 16h 21m | ₫880,000≈ $34 | Book |
| SE96-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 13:00 | 05:48+1 day | 16h 48m | ₫910,000≈ $36 | Book |
| SE23 | 14:15 | 08:20+1 day | 18h 05m | — | Book |
| SE3Night train6-berth · Soft seat | 19:20 | 10:28+1 day | 15h 08m | ₫1,010,000≈ $39 | Book |
| SE19Night train | 19:45 | 11:35+1 day | 15h 50m | — | Book |
| SE17Night train6-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 20:25 | 14:30+1 day | 18h 05m | — | Book |
| SE11Night train | 20:40 | 14:50+1 day | 18h 10m | — | Book |
| SE1Night train6-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 21:45 | 13:14+1 day | 15h 29m | ₫1,010,000≈ $39 | Book |
Timetable Da Nang → Hanoi
| Train | Departs | Arrives | Duration | From | Ticket |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SE66-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 02:01 | 19:14 | 17h 13m | ₫900,000≈ $35 | Book |
| SE106-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 08:59 | 03:40+1 day | 18h 41m | ₫880,000≈ $35 | Book |
| SE46-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 12:28 | 04:36+1 day | 16h 08m | ₫1,010,000≈ $39 | Book |
| SE26-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 13:21 | 05:42+1 day | 16h 21m | ₫1,030,000≈ $40 | Book |
| SE24 | 13:38 | 09:35+1 day | 19h 57m | — | Book |
| SE12 | 16:29 | 10:10+1 day | 17h 41m | — | Book |
| SE20Night train4-berth · VIP 2-berth | 18:00 | 11:10+1 day | 17h 10m | ₫1,360,000≈ $53 | Book |
| SE18Night train | 18:55 | 14:10+1 day | 19h 15m | — | Book |
| SE8Night train6-berth · Soft seat · 4-berth | 23:41 | 16:20+1 day | 16h 39m | ₫820,000≈ $32 | Book |
Official Vietnam Railways (VNR) times for Thursday, November 12, 2026, checked on October 21, 2026; 12Go fares checked the same day. Times change at Tết and during engineering works: the booking page always shows the live timetable.
Fares by class
| Class | VNR fare | 12Go, from |
|---|---|---|
| Soft seat, air-conditioned | ₫650,000≈ $26 | ₫800,000≈ $31 |
| Hard sleeper, 6 berths | ₫880,000 – ₫1,140,000≈ $35 | ₫1,150,000≈ $45 |
| Soft sleeper, 4 berths | ₫1,210,000 – ₫1,290,000≈ $47 | ₫1,510,000≈ $59 |
VNR fares: best carriages, compiled from dsvn.vn by seat61 (June 10, 2026); a lower berth costs a little more than an upper one. 12Go prices include its service fee and were checked on October 21, 2026. Amounts in other currencies are indicative.
Private carriages
Private companies attach their own sleeping cars to the Vietnam Railways trains: same times, newer cabins, water and snacks, and a higher price. The ratings below are 12Go customer ratings for each operator.
| Carriage | On train | From | 12Go rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapa Express | SE19 | ₫2,650,000≈ $104 | 4.4/5 (345 reviews) |
| Charmy Express | SE1, SE3, SE19 | ₫2,970,000≈ $116 | 3.9/5 (46 reviews) |
| Hana Train | SE1, SE3, SE19 | ₫2,560,000≈ $100 | — |
| Laman Express | SE19 | ₫2,770,000≈ $109 | 4.4/5 (1,263 reviews) |
| Lotus Train | SE1, SE19 | ₫2,520,000≈ $99 | 4.3/5 (497 reviews) |
| NewLivitrans Express | SE1, SE3, SE19 | ₫2,190,000≈ $86 | 4.1/5 (404 reviews) |
| Tonkin Heritage Express | SE19 | ₫4,980,000≈ $195 | 4.6/5 (5 reviews) |
| Violette Trains | SE19 | ₫7,580,000≈ $297 | 4.3/5 (236 reviews) |
Stations and connections
Trains leave from Hanoi Station (Ga Hà Nội), main building on Lê Duẩn street. Arrive half an hour early: finding your carriage on a long train takes time.
Da Nang station is in the city, a short taxi or Grab ride from the Han River and the beaches. Hoi An has no railway: from Da Nang station, allow 30 to 45 minutes by road, around 350,000 ₫ by taxi (seat61).
Train or bus?
Night buses take 13 to 16 hours on Highway 1 and cost less, but you sleep worse than in a berth; a flight takes just over an hour in the air plus the airport transfers. Over this distance, the night train is the best compromise between comfort, price and a free morning on arrival.
Booking tips
- Outside the holidays, a soft sleeper is usually easy to find a few days ahead; book one to two weeks ahead for a weekend, and as soon as sales open for Tết (late January or February) and the 30 April – 1 May holiday.
- Tickets are e-tickets: keep the PDF or the QR code on your phone with your passport, which staff can ask to see.
- Children aged 0 to 4 travel free, children aged 5 to 9 get 25% off and children from 10 pay the full fare (seat61, from the Vietnam Railways rules).
- Luggage goes under the lower berths or in the space above the compartment door; keep valuables with you at night.
Where to buy
- 12Go: English interface, foreign cards, Vietnam Railways seats and private carriages in one search; a service fee is included in the price.
- Trip.com also sells Vietnam Railways tickets (and fewer private carriages than 12Go), with a discount code for a first booking. Trip.com train code (TRIPTRAIN5P, −5 %)
- dsvn.vn, the official Vietnam Railways site: the cheapest, but less easy to use from abroad.
- At the station ticket office: cash in dong, often no English; fine a few days ahead outside the holidays.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the train from Hanoi to Da Nang?
Between 15h 08m and 18h 10m, depending on the train. The fastest is SE3, which leaves Hanoi Station at 19:20 and arrives at 10:28.
How much is a train ticket from Hanoi to Da Nang?
On 12Go, prices start at ₫800,000 (≈ $31) for soft seat, air-conditioned (fee included, checked on October 21, 2026). A berth in a 4-berth soft sleeper or a private carriage costs more.
Is there a night train from Hanoi to Da Nang?
Yes, several every evening. SE3 leaves Hanoi at 19:20 and reaches Da Nang at 10:28; a 4-berth soft sleeper is the comfortable choice.
Can I book the Hanoi to Da Nang train online?
Yes. 12Go and Trip.com accept foreign cards and send an e-ticket; the official site dsvn.vn is cheaper but less easy to use from abroad. Book early for weekends and holidays.
Which side of the train has the best views?
Heading south, sit on the left between Hue and Da Nang for the sea along the Hai Van coast; heading north, on the right.
Day train or night train?
The night train saves a hotel night and arrives in the morning. The early-morning departures arrive late in the evening, after dark in winter, so you miss the coast.
Is there a train to Hoi An?
No. Hoi An has no station: get off in Da Nang and allow 30 to 45 minutes by taxi or minivan.
How we compile these timetables
Times come from the official Vietnam Railways timetable (giotaugiave.dsvn.vn) for one travel date, cross-checked with the 12Go booking engine; private carriages, ratings and "from" prices were read on 12Go the same day. We update the page after each new check and show the date at the top. We do not copy reviews: ratings are 12Go's, dated.
- Vietnam Railways official timetable, giotaugiave.dsvn.vn (travel date Thursday, November 12, 2026, checked on October 21, 2026)
- 12Go booking engine, train results (travel date Thursday, November 12, 2026, checked on October 21, 2026)
- seat61.com, Vietnam page, fares compiled from dsvn.vn (updated June 10, 2026)
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