Train tickets in Vietnam

Travel by train: a local and authentic experience, buy your train tickets in Vietnam

Taking the train in Vietnam is much more than just a means of transport: it is a full-fledged travel experience, punctuated by landscapes, encounters and the charm of an old Vietnam.
From the rice fields of the Red River Delta to the mountains of the North, from the imperial cities of the Centre to the beaches of the South, the Vietnamese railway network crosses the most beautiful panoramas of the country.

Comfortable, safe and punctuated with typical stops, the train remains one of the best ways to discover Vietnam at a gentle and authentic pace.
The night trains linking Hanoi to Lao Cai (Sapa), Hue, or Da Nang allow you to travel while saving time, in a friendly and relaxing atmosphere.

At Senteurs du Vietnam, we collaborate with trusted companies such as Lotus Train and LamanTrain, recognized for the quality of their services and the comfort of their cabins.
We assist you in booking your train tickets in Vietnam, advising you on the best routes, times and comfort categories, according to your itinerary.

A train journey is the assurance of a closer, more humane and more poetic Vietnam, where each station becomes a stop full of life and smiles.

Regarding the tickets, we have been collaborating for many years with the companies Lotus and Laman which offer services of much better quality than the public company.

Thus, we can assist you to book your tickets at better prices.

• For a train between Hanoi and Lao Cai or vice versa, count 830,000 VND per person in a 4-bed cabin

From Hanoi to Lao Cai train SP03 with a departure at 10 p.m. and an arrival at 5.55 a.m.

From Lao Cai to Hanoi, train SP4 with a departure at 9.30 p.m. and an arrival at 5.25 a.m.

• For trips between Hanoi or Ninh Binh and Hue, we recommend

Lotus Cabin, train SE19 with a departure from Hanoi at 7.50 p.m. and from Ninh Binh at 10 p.m.and the arrival in Hue at 9.44 a.m., the price is 1.850.000 VND per person in a 4-bed cabin or 3.700.000 VND per person in a 2-bed cabin.

• For trips between Hue and Hanoi or Ninh Binh, we recommend

Lotus Cabin, train SE20, with a departure form Hue at 8.54 p.m. and the arrival in Ninh Binh at 9.20 a.m. or in Hanoi at 11.40 a.m., the price is 1.850.000 VND per person in a 4-bed cabin or 3.700.000 VND per person in a 2-bed cabin.

Do not hesitate to contact us for more information.

Note that the schedules are for information purposes only.

For trains between Danang and Hanoi, the supplement is 100,000 vnd per ticket in a 4-person cabin and 200,000 vnd per person for a 2-person cabin.

The main train journeys in Vietnam

The train in Vietnam crosses the country from north to south, connecting major cities and iconic landscapes.
It is an ideal way to travel comfortably, while admiring the natural panoramas and sharing the daily life of the Vietnamese.
Here are the most popular lines with travelers.

Hanoi - Lao Cai (Sapa): the mythical northern line

One of Vietnam’s most famous routes, the Hanoi - Lao Cai line, is the gateway to the Sapa mountains.
The night train leaves Hanoi in the evening to arrive early in the morning in the north of the country, offering a peaceful night on board and a journey through rice fields and hills.

Hanoi - Hue - Da Nang: the coastal landscapes route

The line linking Hanoi to Hue and then to Da Nang is often considered one of the most beautiful railway routes in Asia.
The train travels along the central coast, crossing beaches, lagoons, mountains and fishing villages, notably between Lang Co and Da Nang, a stretch renowned for its spectacular sea views.

This route allows you to reach the imperial and cultural cities of Vietnam: Hué, former capital of the Nguyen emperors, and Hoi An, architectural jewel classified by UNESCO.
The air-conditioned wagons offer pleasant comfort, with the possibility of choosing between seat, soft berth or private cabin.