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Da Nang to Hue Train Tickets & Timetable

Vietnam Railways links Da Nang Railway Station and Hue Railway Station over 103 km of the North-South Railway, with around six departures daily including SE2, SE4, SE6, SE8 and heritage trains HD2 and HD4. Trains cross Hai Van Pass and pass Lang Co; intermediate passenger stops depend on the service. Allow roughly 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes, with the heritage trains generally taking around 3 hours. SE trains offer air-conditioned seats and sleeper accommodation depending on the formation, while HD trains have seated accommodation. Basic one-way seated fares start from about VND 80,000 ($3 USD). Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Tet and the late-April and early-May public holidays.

12Nov

Seats

Da Nang

Hue

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Night trains

02:01

Da NangStation

2h 43m

04:44

HueStation

Direct

Express SE6

from

7 USD

2h 43m, Direct

02:01

Da NangStation

04:44

HueStation

from

7 USD

Direct

Express SE6

Morning trains

07:05

Da NangStation

3h 58m

11:03

HueStation

Direct

Regional HĐ2

from

19 USD

3h 58m, Direct

07:05

Da NangStation

11:03

HueStation

from

19 USD

Direct

Regional HĐ2

08:59

Da NangStation

3h 11m

12:10

HueStation

Direct

Express SE10

from

7 USD

3h 11m, Direct

08:59

Da NangStation

12:10

HueStation

from

7 USD

Direct

Express SE10

Day trains

12:28

Da NangStation

2h 37m

15:05

HueStation

Direct

Express SE4

from

7 USD

2h 37m, Direct

12:28

Da NangStation

15:05

HueStation

from

7 USD

Direct

Express SE4

13:21

Da NangStation

2h 28m

15:49

HueStation

Direct

Express SE2

from

7 USD

2h 28m, Direct

13:21

Da NangStation

15:49

HueStation

from

7 USD

Direct

Express SE2

Evening trains

18:00

Da NangStation

2h 43m

20:43

HueStation

Direct

Express SE20

from

7 USD

2h 43m, Direct

18:00

Da NangStation

20:43

HueStation

from

7 USD

Direct

Express SE20

18:55

Da NangStation

2h 43m

21:38

HueStation

Direct

Express JSE18

from

7 USD

2h 43m, Direct

18:55

Da NangStation

21:38

HueStation

from

7 USD

Direct

Express JSE18

First train

02:01

Last train

23:41

Travel duration

2h 49m

Daily departures

Departure station

Da Nang

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Hue

Ticket price

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Da Nang to Hue Route Overview

The railway follows the coast around Hai Van Pass rather than using the road tunnel, giving views of the sea and Lang Co lagoon. From Da Nang toward Hue, the right side generally faces the sea on the pass section. HD heritage trains add a longer Lang Co stop and a tourism-focused onboard format. Tickets specify a seat or berth; do not assume a non-reserved ticket lets you board a different departure.

Travel time

2h 49m

Train type

Fastest trip

2h 28m

Longest trip

3h 58m

Da Nang

Da Nang is a coastal city on the Han River, with the Cham Sculpture Museum and beaches east of the river. Da Nang Railway Station, also called Ga Da Nang, is on Hai Phong Street in the central urban area, not at the airport.

Da Nang

Da Nang, Hai Phong, Chính Gián, Thanh Khê Ward, Đà Nẵng, 50207, Vietnam

2h 49m

Hue

Hue was the Nguyen dynasty's imperial capital and retains its citadel and royal tombs. Hue Railway Station, or Ga Hue, is on Bui Thi Xuan Street on the south bank of the Perfume River, outside the Imperial City.

Hue

Hue, Kiệt 21 Bùi Thị Xuân, Tổ dân phố 27, Thuận Hóa Ward, Huế, 54000, Vietnam

Available Ticket Classes

On SE trains, check for air-conditioned soft seats, four-berth soft-sleeper compartments, and six-berth hard-sleeper compartments; availability varies by train and short-distance inventory. Hard seats may appear on some formations, but are not a standard option on every departure. HD2 and HD4 are seated heritage trains with air-conditioned passenger coaches and a communal cultural-service carriage, not sleeper trains. A berth is usually unnecessary for this short daytime sector, although it may be offered.

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6-Berth Sleeper

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Soft Seat

Practical Information for Da Nang - Hue Train Travelers

SE and HD trains use conventional coaches, with luggage carried aboard by the passenger. Check your Da Nang - Hue ticket conditions, especially for large cases or a bicycle.

Luggage Allowance

Vietnam Railways' standard adult hand-luggage allowance is 20 kg, with a stated maximum package size of 80 x 50 x 40 cm. For HD heritage departures, confirm the conditions attached to your ticket rather than assuming extra luggage space.

Storage Facilities

Seated SE and HD carriages have overhead racks; smaller bags can fit beneath seats where space permits. Sleeper compartments have space beneath lower berths and upper storage areas, depending on carriage layout.

Storage Facilities

Seated coaches have overhead racks; SE sleeper compartments also have space below lower berths and in upper storage areas. Keep the aisle and carriage doors clear during the Da Nang - Hue journey, and keep valuables with you.

Special Items

A full-size bicycle is not automatically included as cabin luggage and may need separate paid carriage, subject to the train's facilities. Confirm acceptance before booking an SE or HD departure; musical instruments and sports equipment must be safely packed and must not obstruct other passengers.

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Da Nang to Hue Map

The 103 km route is part of Vietnam's metre-gauge North-South Railway. Northbound trains leave Da Nang, climb the coastal Hai Van section, pass Lang Co, and continue through the Phu Loc area toward Hue. The line uses curves and railway tunnels along the mountainside, rather than the Hai Van road tunnel. Sea, forested slopes, and lagoons are visible on daylight departures. Not every station passed is a passenger stop.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Express

Changes

Direct

Travel time

2h 41m

Price from

Departures

227

Rating

Train

Regional

Changes

Direct

Travel time

3h 26m

Price from

$15

Departures

Rating

Trains connect the central urban stations of Da Nang and Hue several times daily without airport transfers. Buses commonly take around 2.5 to 3.5 hours and often use the Hai Van road tunnel, missing the railway's coastal pass section. There is no scheduled nonstop flight between Da Nang and Hue; zero flight values below indicate that no direct comparison applies, not a free fare. Rail generally has a lower per-passenger emissions footprint than flying, although no route-specific emissions calculation is provided.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

2h 49m

$3-$28

Bus

Apprx.

3h 0m

$4-$10

Flight

Apprx.

Cities at Both Ends

Da Nang's Cham Sculpture Museum reflects the region's Cham heritage; its station is on Hai Phong Street west of the Han River. Hue was the Nguyen capital from 1802 to 1945, with the Imperial City and royal tombs beside the Perfume River. Hue Station is on the river's south bank, outside the citadel.

Hue

Hue is a central Vietnam stop on the North-South railway, handling through trains and shorter services across the central coast.

Da Nang

Da Nang is a central Vietnam railway hub on the North-South line, served by Vietnam Railways intercity and overnight trains.

FAQ about the Da Nang - Hue Route

How long is the Da Nang to Hue train journey?

Allow roughly 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes for the 103 km route. The fastest departure varies with the timetable; compare the actual SE and HD durations for your date. Daylight departures let you see the Hai Van coastal section.

How long does the Da Nang to Hue train take?

Allow roughly 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes for the 103 km route. Faster SE departures generally take around 2.5 hours; HD2 and HD4 generally take around 3 hours because of their tourism-focused stops. Check the specific date for the fastest and latest arrival options.

How do I book Da Nang to Hue train tickets?

Enter Da Nang, Hue, and your travel date on Rail Monsters or its iOS and Android apps. Select an available SE or HD departure, check the seat or berth type, and enter passenger details matching your identification. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; follow the confirmation's ticket-delivery instructions and bring your identification for travel.

How much is the train from Da Nang to Hue?

Basic one-way seated fares start from about VND 80,000 ($3 USD). The cheapest available seat depends on the train and inventory; HD heritage services and sleeper berths have different tariffs. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

Does a national rail pass cover Da Nang to Hue?

Vietnam does not have a widely available national tourist rail pass covering these SE and HD services. Travel is normally booked with a ticket for the specific departure and seat or berth. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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