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Hanoi to Vinh Train Tickets & Timetable

Vietnam Railways SE services, including SE1, SE3, SE5, SE7 and SE19, link Hanoi Railway Station with Vinh Railway Station on the 319 km North-South Railway section. Intermediate calls vary, with Phu Ly, Nam Dinh, Ninh Binh and Thanh Hoa among the stations served. Several southbound departures operate daily, with journeys typically taking about 5 hours 30 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes depending on the train and timetable. Air-conditioned soft seats, six-berth sleepers and four-berth sleepers are available depending on the departure. Basic seated fares start from about VND 200,000 ($8 USD) one way. 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, the April 30-May 1 holiday and summer weekends.

12Nov

Seats

Hanoi

Vinh

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:00

HanoiHa Noi

5h 52m

11:52

VinhStation

Direct

Express SE7

from

15 USD

5h 52m, Direct

06:00

HanoiHa Noi

11:52

VinhStation

from

15 USD

Direct

Express SE7

08:00

HanoiHa Noi

5h 42m

13:42

VinhStation

Direct

Express SE5

from

15 USD

5h 42m, Direct

08:00

HanoiHa Noi

13:42

VinhStation

from

15 USD

Direct

Express SE5

Day trains

13:00

HanoiHa Noi

5h 55m

18:55

VinhStation

Direct

Express SE9

from

16 USD

5h 55m, Direct

13:00

HanoiHa Noi

18:55

VinhStation

from

16 USD

Direct

Express SE9

Evening trains

19:20

HanoiHa Noi

5h 33m

00:53

VinhStation

Direct

Express SE3

from

18 USD

5h 33m, Direct

19:20

HanoiHa Noi

00:53

VinhStation

from

18 USD

Direct

Express SE3

19:45

HanoiHa Noi

5h 37m

01:22

VinhStation

Direct

Express SE19

from

19 USD

5h 37m, Direct

19:45

HanoiHa Noi

01:22

VinhStation

from

19 USD

Direct

Express SE19

First train

06:00

Last train

22:45

Travel duration

6h 2m

Daily departures

Departure station

Hanoi

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Vinh

Ticket price

How to Book Train Tickets Online from Hanoi to Vinh

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Rail Monsters provides official Hanoi to Vinh train tickets. Select an SE departure and check whether your ticket is for a seat or a numbered sleeper berth.

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Rail Monsters provides official Hanoi to Vinh train tickets. Select your date, then check the SE or NA1 departure and the seat or berth offered.

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Hanoi to Vinh SE ticket changes and refunds depend on the fare and departure deadline. Check the conditions before choosing an overnight berth.

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Hanoi to Vinh Route Overview

This journey follows the northern section of Vietnam's meter-gauge North-South Railway, leaving the Red River Delta for Thanh Hoa and Nghe An. A daytime departure reveals limestone outcrops near Ninh Binh and agricultural plains farther south. Seats and sleeper berths are assigned rather than offered as a standard non-reserved class. Some southbound trains reach Vinh after midnight, so check the arrival date before arranging a pickup.

Travel time

6h 2m

Train type

Fastest trip

5h 33m

Longest trip

7h 12m

Hanoi

Hanoi's Old Quarter and Hoan Kiem Lake lie east of the main railway station. Hanoi Railway Station, also called Ga Ha Noi, has its principal North-South passenger entrance on Le Duan Street.

Ha Noi

Hanoi, 120, Le Duan Road, Yên Thế, Van Mieu - Quoc Tu Giam Ward, Hà Nội, 11508, Vietnam

6h 2m

Vinh

Vinh is the capital of Nghe An province, with Ho Chi Minh Square and the nearby Kim Lien memorial complex among local destinations. Vinh Railway Station, or Ga Vinh, is on Le Ninh Street and requires a local transfer for Cua Lo beach or Kim Lien.

Vinh

Vinh Train Station, 1, Lê Ninh, Vinh Hưng Ward, Nghệ An Province, Vietnam

Available Ticket Classes

Hanoi to Vinh SE trains generally offer air-conditioned soft seats, air-conditioned hard sleepers in six-berth compartments, and air-conditioned soft sleepers in four-berth compartments. Hard sleeper and soft sleeper describe different berth layouts, not a private compartment booking. Lower, middle and upper berth positions depend on the class, and prices can differ by position. Carriage availability varies by train; any hard-seat or upgraded sleeper option should be checked on the selected departure.

from

$11

Soft Seat

from

$14

6-Berth Sleeper

from

$18

4-Berth Sleeper

Practical Information for Hanoi to Vinh Train Travelers

Hanoi to Vinh SE services use conventional seated and sleeper carriages with limited shared luggage space. Pack so you can carry your bags onto the train and keep the aisle clear.

Luggage Allowance

Vietnam Railways generally allows 20 kg of hand luggage per adult passenger, with dimensions up to 80 x 50 x 40 cm. For Hanoi to Vinh, confirm excess or bulky baggage arrangements before departure rather than assuming it can enter the passenger carriage.

Storage Facilities

SE seated carriages have overhead racks; sleeper compartments usually provide space beneath lower berths and additional upper storage. On Hanoi to Vinh trains, large rigid suitcases can be awkward in shared compartments, so keep doors and aisles unobstructed.

Special Items

Do not assume a bicycle can travel beside your Hanoi to Vinh seat or berth. Bicycles and oversized sports equipment may require separate baggage arrangements; confirm acceptance before booking, and pack musical instruments in protective cases within the hand-luggage limits.

Special Items

Do not assume a full-size bicycle can travel beside your Hanoi to Vinh seat or berth. Ask about separate baggage transport and charges in advance; pack musical instruments and sports equipment securely and confirm acceptance if they exceed hand-luggage limits.

Average rating & reviews

4.7

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4.7

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Hanoi to Vinh Map

The 319 km rail section runs south from Hanoi through Phu Ly, Nam Dinh, Ninh Binh and Thanh Hoa to Vinh in Nghe An province. It uses the meter-gauge North-South Railway, largely a single-track corridor with passing stations. Daylight views include the Red River Delta's fields, limestone terrain near Ninh Binh and agricultural plains around Thanh Hoa. Not every SE service stops at every station shown.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Express

Changes

Direct

Travel time

5h 56m

Price from

Departures

221

Rating

Train

Regional

Changes

Direct

Travel time

6h 41m

Price from

$10

Departures

Rating

Rail connects the main stations within Hanoi and Vinh, with several daily departures and no airport transfer. Coaches commonly take around six hours, but traffic and the Hanoi pickup point affect the total; the bus figures below are indicative. No flight duration or fare estimate is provided because a dependable nonstop schedule has not been established here. Rail generally has lower emissions per passenger than flying, although exact results depend on occupancy and equipment.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

6h 2m

$9-$61

Bus

Apprx.

6h 0m

$10-$18

Flight

Apprx.

Cities at Both Ends

Hanoi's Old Quarter and Temple of Literature reflect its long role as a political and educational center; trains leave from the Le Duan station entrance. Vinh, capital of Nghe An, has Ho Chi Minh Square and access to the Kim Lien memorial complex. Arrive at Ga Vinh on Le Ninh Street and continue locally for those sites.

Hanoi

Hanoi anchors Vietnam's northern passenger rail network, connecting the north-south main line with routes toward Lao Cai and Hai Phong.

Vinh

Vinh is a north-central Vietnam rail hub, serving Nghe An Province on the North-South Railway with Vietnam Railways services.

FAQ about the Hanoi - Vinh Route

How long does the Hanoi to Vinh train take?

Allow roughly 5.5 to 8 hours for the 319 km journey. Selected SE services are generally quicker than the overnight NA1, but the fastest departure changes with the timetable. Compare the exact arrival times for your date, especially if a night train reaches Vinh after midnight.

How much is the train from Hanoi to Vinh?

Basic seated tickets start from about VND 200,000 ($8 USD) one way; seats are generally the cheapest choice compared with sleeper berths. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

How long does the Hanoi to Vinh train take?

Allow roughly 5 hours 30 minutes to 7 hours 30 minutes for the 319 km route, depending on the selected train and current timetable. The quickest listed SE departure is the fastest option for your date; train numbers alone do not guarantee a fixed duration. Check for next-day arrival on evening departures.

How do I book Hanoi to Vinh train tickets?

Enter Hanoi, Vinh and your travel date on Rail Monsters, then select an SE train and a seat or sleeper berth. Use passenger details matching the identification you will carry, and follow the ticket delivery instructions in your confirmation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and offers iOS and Android apps.

Does a national rail pass cover Hanoi to Vinh?

Vietnam does not have a standard nationwide tourist rail pass covering these SE services; travelers normally need an individual ticket for the selected train and class. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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