Opting for the train from Ninh Binh to Hue is the most favorable choice, as local sleeper buses are often uncomfortable and there are no direct flights available. Travelers must journey 130 kilometers to reach Noi Bai Airport for a flight to Hue. Six Reunification Express trains (SE7, SE5, SE3, SE19, SE1, and SE11) operate daily on the route from Hue to Hanoi city, covering a distance of approximately 550 km in 9-10 hours. Ticket options include soft seats, 6-berth cabins, and 4-berth cabins.
Before booking the train:
- 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 Hue (update March 2024)
| Train | Departs – Arrives |
| SE7 | 08:26-20:33 |
| SE5 | 17:46-05:37 |
| SE3 | 21:34-08:40 |
| SE19 | 21:58-09:13 |
| SE1 | 23:10-12:32 |
| SE11 | 23:36-11:33 |
Departure: Hue to Ninh Binh (update March 2024)
| Train | Departs – Arrives |
| SE8 | 03:34-16:09 |
| SE6 | 13:43-01:58 |
| SE4 | 15:32-03:09 |
| SE2 | 16:24-03:43 |
| SE12 | 18:28-07:38 |
| SE20 | 20:41-09:14 |
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 Hue
- Pick up location: Ninh Binh train station, No. 1 Hoang Hoa Tham Road, Than District, Ninh Binh City
- Drop off location: Hue train Station: located at Nguyen Tri Phuong Street, Hue city
Departure: Hue to Ninh Binh
- Pick up location: Hue train Station: located at Nguyen Tri Phuong Street, Hue city
- Drop off location: Ninh Binh train station, No. 1 Hoang Hoa Tham Road, Than District, Ninh Binh City