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Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet Train Tickets & Timetable

SPT2 links Saigon Railway Station in Ho Chi Minh City with Phan Thiet Railway Station over a published rail distance of 185 km. The route passes Bien Hoa and the Binh Thuan junction before taking the branch to Phan Thiet. Allow about 4 hours, with the exact duration shown for your date. Typically there is one direct SPT2 departure on operating days, but weekday and seasonal operation varies; air-conditioned soft seats are the main option, with any sleeping accommodation shown in the departure details. Budget seated fares start from about VND 180,000 ($7 USD), subject to the train and date offered. 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 holidays and summer weekends.

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Ho Chi Minh City

Phan Thiet

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Travel time

Arrival Time

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Morning trains

06:45

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

3h 57m

10:42

Phan ThietStation

Direct

Regional SPT2

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10 USD

3h 57m, Direct

06:45

Ho Chi Minh CitySai Gon

10:42

Phan ThietStation

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10 USD

Direct

Regional SPT2

First train

06:45

Last train

08:00

Travel duration

3h 58m

Daily departures

Departure station

Ho Chi Minh City

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Phan Thiet

Ticket price

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Rail Monsters provides official tickets for the Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet SPT2 train. Select Saigon as the departure station and Phan Thiet, not Binh Thuan, as the destination.

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Review the SPT2 fare, passenger details and payment currency before paying for your Saigon to Phan Thiet reservation. Available payment methods appear at checkout.

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Changes and refunds for Saigon to Phan Thiet SPT2 tickets depend on the selected fare and departure deadline. Check the displayed conditions before payment; another operating date may have limited seats.

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Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet Route Overview

Unlike through trains on Vietnam's North-South main line, SPT2 takes the branch into Phan Thiet itself. Binh Thuan station is a different destination and requires a longer road transfer to the coast. Tickets normally assign a particular seat or berth rather than offering an open non-reserved seating option. Mui Ne has no station on this service, so arrange onward road transport from Phan Thiet.

Travel time

3h 58m

Train type

Fastest trip

3h 57m

Longest trip

4h 0m

Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City's colonial-era landmarks include the Central Post Office and the former Presidential Palace. Trains leave from Saigon Railway Station, known locally as Ga Sai Gon, rather than from the airport or a central bus terminal.

Saigon

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

3h 58m

Phan Thiet

Phan Thiet is a fishing and fish-sauce-producing city on the Ca Ty River. Phan Thiet Railway Station, locally Ga Phan Thiet, is inland from the beaches; Mui Ne accommodation requires an onward road transfer.

Phan Thiet

Phan Thiet, Đường Lê Duẩn, Binh Thuan, Lâm Đồng Province, 77120, Vietnam

Available Ticket Classes

SPT2 is primarily sold with air-conditioned soft seats and assigned seat numbers. Some formations also offer air-conditioned four-berth sleeping compartments, useful for a daytime rest rather than an overnight journey. Availability depends on the actual carriage formation; book only the seat or berth category displayed for your departure. There is no separate high-speed or business-class product on this service.

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$10

Soft Seat

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$13

6-Berth Sleeper

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$15

4-Berth Sleeper

Practical Information for SPT2 Travelers

SPT2 uses conventional carriages with shared luggage space. Pack so you can carry and store your belongings yourself at Saigon and Phan Thiet stations.

Luggage Allowance

Vietnam Railways' standard adult hand-luggage allowance is 20 kg, with a stated size limit of 80 x 50 x 40 cm. This applies to luggage carried aboard SPT2; excess or bulky items may need separate paid handling rather than being placed beside your seat.

Storage Facilities

SPT2 seating carriages have overhead racks for smaller bags; space under seats depends on the carriage. In sleeping compartments, use the space beneath lower berths where available. Keep aisles and doors clear and retain valuables with you.

Special Items

Do not assume a bicycle or surfboard can travel in the SPT2 passenger compartment. Large sports equipment may require separate consignment and acceptance depends on the departure. Pack musical instruments in protective cases and confirm handling of any item exceeding hand-luggage limits before booking.

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Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet Map

The 185 km route follows Vietnam's metre-gauge North-South railway from Saigon through Bien Hoa toward Binh Thuan, then turns onto the branch terminating at Phan Thiet. Urban outskirts give way to agricultural land and dragon-fruit-growing areas. It is primarily an inland route, not a continuous coastal panorama. Binh Thuan and Phan Thiet are separate stations; only the branch service reaches Phan Thiet itself.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

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Regional

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3h 58m

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The train links urban stations without airport transfers, although Phan Thiet station is not on the beach. Buses run more frequently and some continue directly to Mui Ne; allow roughly 3-5 hours depending on traffic and pickup points. There is no established scheduled nonstop passenger flight for this city pair, so the flight figures below indicate no applicable service rather than a free flight. Rail generally has a lower per-passenger emissions footprint than flying, but this conventional service is diesel-hauled.

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

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Winner

Train

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3h 58m

$9-$39

Bus

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4h 0m

$6-$14

Flight

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Cities at Both Ends

Ho Chi Minh City retains the Central Post Office and former Presidential Palace; its railway station still uses the name Saigon. Phan Thiet grew around fishing, fish sauce and the Ca Ty River, with Duc Thanh School linked to Ho Chi Minh's teaching years. Arrive at Phan Thiet station, then continue by road to the coast or Mui Ne.

Ho Chi Minh City

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

FAQ about the Ho Chi Minh City - Phan Thiet Route

How much is the train from Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet?

Budget seated tickets on SPT2 start from about VND 180,000 ($7 USD) one way when offered for the selected date. A soft seat is usually the lowest-priced direct option; sleeping berths cost more when available. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

How long does the direct train take, and does it reach Mui Ne?

Allow about 4 hours for SPT2 from Saigon Railway Station to Phan Thiet Railway Station; check the exact timing for your date. There are not multiple direct speed categories to compare, and the service does not reach Mui Ne. Take a taxi or another road transfer from Phan Thiet station to your coastal accommodation.

How do I book Ho Chi Minh City to Phan Thiet train tickets?

Search Saigon to Phan Thiet on Rail Monsters, choose your date and select the SPT2 accommodation displayed. Enter passenger details as shown on identification and review the fare conditions before payment. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, with iOS and Android apps for managing reservations; operation and final ticket confirmation depend on the published service.

Does a national rail pass cover this route?

Vietnam does not have a standard nationwide tourist rail pass that automatically covers SPT2. Travel is normally ticketed for a specific departure and assigned seat or berth, so do not assume an overseas rail pass is valid. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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