Trains Between Hanoi and Da Nang
There are three ways of getting from Hanoi to Da Nang: flight, bus or train.
The train is worth trying, not only because it is safe and comfortable，but also because the scenery along the way is stunningly magnificent and cannot be viewed if you travel by plane or bus. What’s more, the train is a good way of experiencing local customs.
Hanoi–Da Nang Railway
- Distance: 764 kilometers (475 miles)
- Trains from Hanoi to Da Nang: SE1, SE3, SE5, SE7, SE9, SE11, SE19
- Trains from Da Nang to Hanoi: SE8, SE6, SE12, SE10, SE4, SE2, SE20
- Main stops: Hanoi, Nih Binh, Thanh Hoa, Vinh, Yen Trung, Huong Pho, Dong Hoi, Dong Ha, Hue, Da Nang
- Duration of journey: approximately 16 hours
Hanoi to Da Nang Train Schedules
(Last Updated on May 12th, 2025)
| Train Number | Departs from Hanoi | Arrives in Da Nang |
|---|---|---|
| SE7 | 06:00 | 22:43 |
| SE5 | 08:55 | 01:31 the next day |
| SE9 | 12:50 | 06:14 the next day |
| SE3 | 19:20 | 10:36 the next day |
| SE19 | 19:45 | 11:45 the next day |
| SE1 | 20:50 | 12:12 the next day |
| SE11 | 21:25 | 14:40 the next day |
Da Nang to Hanoi Train Schedules
(Last Updated on May 12th, 2025)
| Train Number | Departs from Da Nang | Arrives in Hanoi |
|---|---|---|
| SE6 | 01:59 | 19:12 |
| SE10 | 9:06 | 04:35 the next day |
| SE4 | 12:38 | 04:55 the next day |
| SE2 | 13:33 | 05:45 the next day |
| SE12 | 16:05 | 10:25 the next day |
| SE20 | 18:00 | 11:40 the next day |
| SE8 | 23:20 | 16:10 the next day |
Hanoi-Da Nang Train Ticket Prices
| Seat Types | Prices (USD) |
|---|---|
| Soft seat | 26 |
| One bed in a 4-bed Room | 33 |
| One bed in a 6-bed Room | 46 |
Getting to Hanoi Train Station
From Hoan Kiem Lake
If you’re near Hoan Kiem Lake, getting to Hanoi Train Station is easy and flexible:
- Walking: It’s just a 35-minute walk—a nice option if you’re traveling light and enjoy strolling through the city.
- By Taxi: Carrying luggage or short on time? A taxi is the best choice. The ride takes about 14 minutes and costs around USD 3.
From Noi Bai International Airport
Getting to Hanoi Train Station from the airport can be a bit more complex. The total travel time is Around 2 hours
By Public Bus:
- Exit the terminal, head east, and turn right.
- Walk about 100 meters to the Bai Do Xe Cau Giay bus stop.
- Take Bus No. 7 and get off at Doi Dien Tong CTY DV Vien Thong.
- Transfer to Bus E08 at Khu Do Thi Times City.
- Ride 9 stops to arrive at Hanoi Train Station.
By Taxi:
A far more convenient option. The ride takes about 40 minutes and costs approximately USD 17.
Getting from Da Nang Train Station
To My Khe Beach
This My Khe Beach is located about 4.3 kilometers from the train station.
- Walking: Around 60 minutes—As you walk across the 488-meter-long Han River Bridge, you’ll enjoy beautiful views of the Han River—a perfect spot for sightseeing.
- By Taxi: A faster and more comfortable option. The trip takes about 14 minutes and costs around USD 6.
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