Tiếng ViệtTraveling by train isn’t new, but it is gradually becoming a trend among young people thanks to its breathtaking scenic routes. Join Etripbookings to pick up useful train travel tips below and discover the top 8 most beautiful railway routes in Vietnam.” 🚆
Traveling by train is becoming a new travel trend among young people who enjoy a slower pace and the chance to admire beautiful natural scenery along the journey. With advantages such as simple procedures, affordability, and easy sightseeing, train travel is an option that slow-travel enthusiasts should not miss.
Join Etripbookings to learn train travel tips from A to Z and get ready to uncover the beauty of Vietnam’s most famous railway routes.
- Discover the most beautiful railway routes in Vietnam
- Train travel tips with Etripbookings.
1. Discover the Most Beautiful Railway Routes in Vietnam
1.1 Saigon – Nha Trang Railway Route
With a length of more than 400 km passing through provinces such as Binh Duong, Lam Dong, Binh Thuan, and Phan Thiet, the Saigon – Nha Trang train journey offers you the chance to admire landscapes that stretch from mountains and hills to the blue sea. What could be better than watching the sunrise over the ocean or the sunset slowly fading through the train window?
Among the experiences of traveling by train, Nha Trang Station is one of the most popular railway stations thanks to its location right in the city center. Visitors can save a considerable amount of travel time compared to flying. In addition, you can comfortably relax on a 5-star standard train equipped with full amenities such as restrooms, sleeping berths, and soft blankets and mattresses.
One-way ticket price: From 393,000 VND.
1.2 Phung Hung Train Street (Hanoi)
A famous check-in spot in the Old Quarter, Phung Hung Train Street has become very familiar to young people and travelers visiting Hanoi. This is a short railway section of about 2 km located in the Kham Thien Street and Le Duan Street area, where the train tracks curve through a narrow residential neighborhood, running very close to people’s houses.
A visit to Phung Hung Train Street is a memorable experience as you can witness the train passing right beside the narrow street, with cafés and small shops lining both sides. Because of this unique setting, the railway street has become extremely popular, attracting many visitors who come to “hunt for trains” late at night or early in the morning. 🚆
- Address: The railway track section from Dien Bien Phu Street to Phung Hung Street, Hoan Kiem District, Hanoi.
- Opening hours: 6:00 AM – 12:00 AM.
1.3 The Railway from Da Lat Railway Station to Trai Mat (Da Lat)
The railway route from Da Lat Station to Trai Mat departs from Da Lat Railway Station. With a travel time of about 45 minutes, it offers a unique experience even if you are already familiar with the City of Flowers.
At the final stop of this journey, you can also visit Linh Phuoc Pagoda—a temple famous for its distinctive architecture and the unique nickname “Ve Chai Pagoda” (Bottle Pagoda).
The Da Lat – Trai Mat train is different from the North–South passenger trains, as it mainly serves tourism. The train moves slowly and gently, giving you plenty of time to admire the scenery throughout the journey—flower fields, cherry blossom trees, and the small charming houses that are characteristic of Da Lat passing by the window.
- One-way ticket price: 72,000 VND.
- Round-trip ticket price: 108,000 VND – 150,000 VND
1.4 Da Nang – Hue Railway Route
With a distance of about 110 km and a total travel time of around 3 hours, the train route from Da Nang to Hue is an exciting journey for those who love scenic views.
The train passes through Hai Van Pass, the natural boundary between Thua Thien Hue Province and Da Nang, revealing a magnificent and vast natural landscape before your eyes.
There’s nothing better than simply sitting back, relaxing, and watching the sky, mountains, and clouds unfold like a miniature painting through the train window.
Based on train travel experience, Etripbookings suggests choosing a sleeper berth ticket so you can comfortably enjoy the scenery along the journey.
One-way ticket price: From 110,000 VND.
1.5 Saigon – Binh Thuan Railway Route
The railway route from Ho Chi Minh City to Binh Thuan Province is one of the most beautiful train routes, passing through vast dragon fruit farms in this sunny and windy coastal region.
With a distance of nearly 200 km and about 4 hours of travel, you can also admire the distant blue sea blending with the sky, creating a poetic carpet of deep blue scenery.
- One-way ticket price: From 141,000 VND.
1.6 Da Nang – Dong Hoi Railway Route
Passing by Hai Van Pass, Son Tra Peninsula, and offering a panoramic view of Da Nang Bay, the train route from Da Nang to Dong Hoi is a “must-try” experience in any train travel guide for adventure lovers.
With a journey of about 6 hours from Da Nang Railway Station to Dong Hoi Railway Station, you will have plenty of time to relax and enjoy the scenery throughout the trip
- One-way ticket price: From 230,000 VND.” 🚆
1.7 Train Travel on the Da Nang – Quy Nhon Route
The entire South Central Coast region will unfold before your eyes when you take the train from Da Nang to Quy Nhon. Departing from Da Nang Railway Station and arriving at Dieu Tri Railway Station, this journey covers more than 300 km and takes about 6 hours, giving you plenty of time to relax and admire the beautiful landscapes of Central Vietnam.
One-way ticket price: From 235,000 VND.
1.8 Muong Hoa Mountain Railway (Sapa)
Holding the record as the longest mountain-climbing railway in Vietnam, the Muong Hoa Mountain Railway is a travel experience you shouldn’t miss when visiting Sa Pa.
With a route of about 2 km, starting from Hotel de la Coupole – MGallery to the cable car station leading to Fansipan, the journey takes around 4 minutes, offering stunning views of the wild beauty of the Hoang Lien Son Range and Muong Hoa Valley.
If you travel early in the morning, you might be lucky enough to see small villages appearing and disappearing in the mist.
Round-trip ticket price: 200,000 VND. 🚆
2. Train Travel Tips with Etripbookings
2.1 Book Tickets Early to Enjoy More Promotions
No matter which route you choose, Etripbookings recommends booking your tickets early so you can take advantage of attractive promotions and avoid missing out on the best seats. About 1–2 months before your trip, simply visit the Travel – Transportation feature, select Train Tickets, and enter your departure and destination points to quickly find the ticket that suits you best.
2.2 Prepare Necessary Documents and Personal Items
Since trains are a domestic means of transportation, you should bring your citizen ID card, identity card, or passport for boarding procedures.
Based on train travel experience, to make your journey more comfortable, you should prepare some personal essentials such as toothpaste, a toothbrush, tissues, and other items for long-distance train trips. In addition, wearing comfortable clothing will help you rest more easily during the journey.
Hopefully, with the train travel tips above, you now have enough information to experience some of the most beautiful railway routes in Vietnam with your family and friends.
Don’t forget to visit the Travel – Transportation feature on Etripbookings to plan a perfect trip. 🚆✨
