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Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang Train Tickets & Timetable

Vietnam Railways services including SE2, SE4, SE6, SE8, and SNT2 connect Saigon Railway Station with Nha Trang Railway Station over approximately 411 km. About five to six regular departures run daily in this direction, with stops such as Bien Hoa and Thap Cham depending on the train. Allow roughly 7-10 hours, with seated accommodation and four- or six-berth sleepers depending on the departure. Basic one-way seated fares start from about VND 250,000 ($10 USD). Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above. Check the arrival date carefully when choosing an evening departure from Saigon. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for Tet and the late-April and early-May holidays.

12Nov

Seats

Ho Chi Minh City

Nha Trang

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:00

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

7h 43m

13:43

Nha TrangStation

Direct

Express SE8

from

15 USD

7h 43m, Direct

06:00

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

13:43

Nha TrangStation

from

15 USD

Direct

Express SE8

08:45

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

7h 21m

16:06

Nha TrangStation

Direct

Express SE6

from

15 USD

7h 21m, Direct

08:45

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

16:06

Nha TrangStation

from

15 USD

Direct

Express SE6

Day trains

13:15

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

8h 36m

21:51

Nha TrangStation

Direct

Express SE10

from

23 USD

8h 36m, Direct

13:15

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

21:51

Nha TrangStation

from

23 USD

Direct

Express SE10

Evening trains

18:00

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

7h 51m

01:51

Nha TrangStation

Direct

Express SE30

from

24 USD

7h 51m, Direct

18:00

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

01:51

Nha TrangStation

from

24 USD

Direct

Express SE30

19:20

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

7h 20m

02:40

Nha TrangStation

Direct

Express SE4

from

25 USD

7h 20m, Direct

19:20

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

02:40

Nha TrangStation

from

25 USD

Direct

Express SE4

First train

06:00

Last train

22:45

Travel duration

7h 49m

Daily departures

Departure station

Ho Chi Minh City

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Nha Trang

Ticket price

$12

How to Book Train Tickets Online from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang

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Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang Route Overview

This journey follows the southern section of Vietnam's North-South Railway, changing from the Saigon suburbs to dragon-fruit farms around Binh Thuan and the drier countryside near Phan Rang. A daylight departure reveals landscapes missed on an overnight train; the route does not run beside the sea throughout. Tickets normally assign a specific seat or berth, rather than offering a Japanese-style non-reserved carriage. On a sleeper, choose the berth level deliberately because upper berths require climbing.

Travel time

7h 49m

Train type

Fastest trip

7h 9m

Longest trip

9h 30m

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City contains the former Saigon civic center around Dong Khoi and the War Remnants Museum. Trains to Nha Trang leave from Saigon Railway Station, also called Ga Sai Gon, on Nguyen Thong Street rather than from a station named after the city's current name.

Saigon

Sai Gon, Hẻm 292 Cách Mạng Tháng 8, Khu phố 6, Phường Nhiêu Lộc, Thủ Đức, Ho Chi Minh City, 70150, Vietnam

7h 49m

Nha Trang

Nha Trang combines the Tran Phu seafront with Cham heritage at Po Nagar. Nha Trang Railway Station, or Ga Nha Trang, stands on Thai Nguyen Street inland from the beach, so allow for a short onward transfer.

Nha Trang

Nha Trang, Thai Nguyen, Nha Trang, Khánh Hòa Province, 57100, Vietnam

Available Ticket Classes

Saigon - Nha Trang trains commonly offer air-conditioned soft seats, six-berth hard-sleeper compartments with three levels on each side, and four-berth soft-sleeper compartments with two levels on each side. Hard seats may appear on some departures but are not available on every train. Sleeper prices can differ by berth level; a four-berth ticket normally buys one berth, not a private compartment. The classes and any upgraded sleeper carriage shown for your chosen departure take precedence over general train descriptions.

from

$14

Soft Seat

from

$25

6-Berth Sleeper

from

$28

4-Berth Sleeper

Practical Information for Vietnam Railways Travelers

On Saigon - Nha Trang SE and SNT trains, passengers carry their own cabin luggage aboard. Sleeper compartments are shared, so keep cases out of the aisle and berth access.

Luggage Allowance

Vietnam Railways normally allows adults 20 kg of free hand luggage, with maximum dimensions of 80 x 50 x 40 cm. For Saigon - Nha Trang, check excess or bulky luggage arrangements before departure rather than assuming an airline-style checked bag is included.

Storage Facilities

Seated SE and SNT coaches have overhead luggage racks. Sleeper compartments generally provide space beneath lower berths and additional upper storage, but layouts vary by carriage; keep valuables with you on the overnight run to Nha Trang.

Special Items

Do not assume a full-size bicycle or surfboard can travel in your Saigon - Nha Trang compartment. Ask about separate baggage transport and charges before booking; pack smaller sports equipment and musical instruments within the hand-luggage limits and keep exits clear.

Average rating & reviews

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Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang Map

The approximately 411 km route follows the metre-gauge North-South Railway from Saigon through Di An, Bien Hoa, Long Khanh, Binh Thuan, and Thap Cham to Nha Trang. Stops vary by service. Much of the line is single track, so trains use passing loops. Daylight views include Dong Nai farmland, dragon-fruit cultivation around Binh Thuan, and the dry plains near Phan Rang; the railway is not continuously coastal.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

Express

Changes

Direct

Travel time

7h 43m

Price from

$12

Departures

213

Rating

Train

Regional

Changes

Direct

Travel time

8h 21m

Price from

$19

Departures

Rating

Saigon - Nha Trang trains link urban stations with several departures each day and avoid airport check-in and the transfer from Cam Ranh Airport to Nha Trang. Buses generally take about 8-10 hours, while flights from Tan Son Nhat to Cam Ranh take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes in the air. Rail takes longer than the flight itself but offers sleeping berths and generally lower emissions per passenger than flying. The bus and flight prices below are indicative USD estimates, not live quotes.

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Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

7h 49m

$12-$115

Bus

Apprx.

9h 0m

$12-$25

Flight

Apprx.

1h 10m

$35-$100

Cities at Both Ends

Ho Chi Minh City's former Saigon center includes Dong Khoi, the Central Post Office, and the War Remnants Museum; trains leave from Saigon station on Nguyen Thong Street. Nha Trang pairs the Cham towers of Po Nagar with Long Son Pagoda and Tran Phu Beach. Its railway station is inland on Thai Nguyen Street, not directly on the seafront.

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City is Vietnam's southern passenger rail terminus, linking the southeast with central Vietnam and Hanoi.

Nha Trang

Nha Trang is a major passenger stop on Vietnam's North-South Railway, connecting the south-central coast with the country's principal cities.

FAQ about the Ho Chi Minh City - Nha Trang Route

How much is the train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang?

Basic one-way seated fares from Saigon to Nha Trang start from about VND 250,000 ($10 USD). A seat is generally the cheapest accommodation; four-berth sleepers usually cost more than seats or six-berth sleepers. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

How long does the Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang train take?

Allow approximately 7-10 hours for the roughly 411 km journey. Faster SE departures make fewer or shorter stops than some other services, while the dedicated SNT2 is an overnight option. The exact fastest train and journey time depend on the dated timetable; compare the arrival time shown for each departure.

Does a national rail pass cover Saigon to Nha Trang?

Vietnam does not have a standard nationwide tourist rail pass covering these Vietnam Railways services. Travel is normally booked with an individual ticket assigning a train and seat or berth, so there is no standard pass supplement for this route. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How do I book Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang train tickets?

Search Saigon to Nha Trang on Rail Monsters or its iOS and Android apps, enter your travel date, and compare SE and SNT departures. Select a seat or berth, check the arrival date and fare conditions, and enter passenger details as shown on your identification. Follow the ticket and boarding instructions in your confirmation. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead.

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