Results from Hanoi to Hue on Tuesday, 03 October 2023

There are three ways to travel from Hanoi to Hue: by plane, by train or by bus.

How far is Hue from Hanoi?

The travel distance from Hanoi to Hue is 668 km. There are three options to travel between Hanoi and Hue: taking a flight, a train or a bus.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Hue?

It takes 1 hour 15 minutes to get from Hanoi to Hue by plane, and 12-13 hours by train or by bus.

Depending on the traffic, sometimes the bus arrives 30 minutes earlier or later than scheduled. The plane and the train usually depart and arrive on time.

What types of airlines operate the route from Hanoi to Hue?

There are two domestic airlines operating the route Hanoi to Hue: Vietnam Airlines (VN) and VietJet Air (VJ).

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Hue by plane?

The price of the flight ticket from Hanoi to Hue varies depending on the airline and how long you book in advance. It starts from 600,000 VND.

Full-service carriers are more expensive but usually depart on time. Meanwhile, low-cost carriers are cheaper but often suffer delay.

For more information about travelling by plane, please read our Flight Guide in Vietnam.

What types of trains operate the route from Hanoi to Hue?

There are two types of train services running the route Hanoi to Hue that are managed by two operators: Vietnam Railways and Private railway companies.

Vietnam Railways: the state-owned railway company operates its own set of passenger coaches on the trains SE1/2, SE3/4, SE5/6 và SE7/8. Passenger cars are divided in five classes: Hard seat, Soft seat, Soft seat Premium, Soft bed in compartments for 1-4 passengers and Hard bed in compartments for 1-6 passengers.

Private railway companies: a number of private companies operate their own passengers cars attached to the trains hauled by Vietnam Railways, hence depart and arrive according to the same schedule. The coaches operated by the private railway companies provide a higher level of comfort, with luxury cabins decorated with wooden floor and cozy soft beds. The service also includes bottled water and snacks. Passenger cars are divided in two classes: Sleeper 2-Berth in compartments for 1-2 passengers and Sleeper 4-Berth in compartments for 1-4 passengers.

For more information about travelling by train, please read our Train Guide in Vietnam.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Hue by train?

The train ticket with Vietnam Railways costs from 347,000 VND for Hard seat, 496,000 VND for Soft seat, 753,000 VND for Sleeper-6 Berth and 815,000 VND for Sleeper 4-Berth. Meanwhile, the train ticket with private trains costs from 1,590,000 VND for standard Sleeper 4-berth.

If you travel on a budget, Vietnam Railways is good enough as the passenger cars have been upgraded with the interior refurnished and higher quality components.

Where does the train from Hanoi to Hue depart?

Trains on the North-South railway line depart from Hanoi Railway Station, located at 120 Le Duan, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.

Please arrive to the station 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to complete the boarding procedures or risk missing the train.

What types of buses operate the route from Hanoi to Hue?

There is only one type of bus running the route Hanoi to Hue.

Sleeper Bus: double-deck coaches equipped with fixed berths and capacity for 40–46 passengers. These are quite comfortable so you can sleep during most part of the journey.

For more information about travelling by bus, please read our Bus Guide in Vietnam.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Hue by bus?

The price of the bus ticket from Hanoi to Hue varies depending on the type of bus that you choose. It starts from 250,000 VND.

Keep in mind that some bus companies in Vietnam increase the price on weekends and national holidays.

Where does the bus from Hanoi to Hue depart?

Most buses from Hanoi to Hue depart from the representative offices of the bus companies in Hai Ba Trung and Hoan Kiem Districts in the center of Hanoi.

Please arrive to the point of departure at least 60 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Note that some bus companies will organize the transfer of passengers from the point of departure to the bus terminal by shuttle bus, therefore customers must show up in advance or risk missing the bus.

Where does the bus from Hanoi to Hue arrive?

Most buses from Hanoi to Hue arrive at the representative offices of the bus companies located in Xuan Phu and Phu Hoi Wards, Hue.

Where to travel next from Hue?

From Hue, you can go by train or bus to Da Nang, Hoi An, Phong Nha and Ninh Binh, or fly to Ho Chi Minh.