Ninh Binh Dong Hoi Quang Binh train – Vietnam Railways

The best way to travel from Ninh Binh to Quang Binh is by train. Local sleeper buses are uncomfortable for long trips and there are no direct flights. Six Reunification Express trains (SE7, SE5, SE3, SE19, SE1, and SE11) run daily, taking about 14-16 hours to cover the 676 km route. Ticket options include soft seats, 6-berth cabins, and 4-berth cabins.

Before booking the train:

• Trains arrive/departure at Dong Hoi station in Dong Hoi city, Quang Binh province, about 40 km from Phong Nha.

• While train journeys in Vietnam are exciting, they may not meet luxury or European standards. Vietnam Railways’ trains and facilities are older, with some parts not well maintained.

• To ensure availability, book your train tickets at least 2 days in advance. Avoid booking within 5 hours of departure, as the system stops selling tickets by then. For urgent bookings, contact us directly on WhatsApp for assistance.

Type of tickets

• Soft seat tickets
  • Good option for short routes
• Cabin 6 berths
  • Have 6 beds in cabin (two top beds & two middle beds & two bottom beds)
  • Middle bed specified+$5
  • Bottom bed specified+$9
• Cabin 4 berths
  • Have 4 beds in cabin (two top bed & 2 bottom beds)
  • Bottom bed specified+$5

Schedule

Departure: Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi (Quang Binh) (update March 2024)

Train	Departs – Arrives	Soft seat	6-berth cabin	4-berth cabin
SE7	08:26-16:37	$20	$26	$33
SE5	17:46-02:18	$20	$27	$35
SE3	21:34-05:29	$20	$26	$36
SE1	23:10-06:53	$20	$25	$35
SE11	23:36-08:22	$20	$29	$35

Departure: Dong Hoi (Quang Binh) to Ninh Binh (update March 2024)

Train	Departs – Arrives	Soft seat	6-berth cabin	4-berth cabin
SE8	07:02-16:10	$18	$24	$32
SE6	17:05-01:58	$20	$23	$32
SE4	18:49-03:07	$20	$27	$35
SE2	19:30-03:34	$20	$37	$30
SE12	21:48-06:47	$20	$28	$34
SE20	23:56-08:55	N/A	N/A	$32

Pickup location & note

• Passengers must be at the train station at least 20 minutes before departure and present their voucher tickets for boarding.
• Seat Allocation: We prioritize window seats and group bookings with adjacent seats when available.
• Luggage Allowance: Adults can carry up to 20 kg, and children up to 10 kg. All baggage must be neatly and securely packed.

Departure: Ninh Binh to Dong Hoi (Quang Binh)

• Pick up location: Ninh Binh train station, No. 1 Hoang Hoa Tham Road, Than District, Ninh Binh City
• Drop off location: Dong Hoi train station, Sub-regional 4 (Tiểu Khu 4), Nam Ly District, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh

Departure: Dong Hoi (Quang Binh) to Hanoi

• Pick up location: Dong Hoi train station, Sub-regional 4 (Tiểu Khu 4), Nam Ly District, Dong Hoi City, Quang Binh
• Drop off location: Ninh Binh train station, No. 1 Hoang Hoa Tham Road, Than District, Ninh Binh City

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