Hanoi to Hue

Hanoi to Hue

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Hanoi to Hue Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
VietJet Air Economy #VJ56505:55 - 07:10VND 1,302k
Bamboo Airways Economy 07:20 - 13:15VND 3,513k
Vietnam Railways Class II AC 08:00 - 22:05VND 732k
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN154310:25 - 11:50VND 2,540k
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN154713:55 - 15:15VND 1,937k
Vietnam Railways VIP Sleeper 15:30 - 05:40VND 1,115k
Techbus VN JSC Sleeper 40 17:30 - 05:30VND 409k
Duc Duong Bus VIP 20 18:00 - 07:00VND 1,213k
Vietnam Railways Cabin 2x 21:10 - 11:06VND 2,049k
Vietnam Railways Class II Sleeper AC 22:15 - 10:25VND 1,615k

How to get from Hanoi to Hue

What About

Hue was the imperial capitol of the Nguyen Dynasty in Vietnam from 1802 until the communist revolution in 1945. The city sustained heavy damage during the last war but the imperial citadel, royal tombs and temple complex still attract both foreign and domestic visitors. Hue is situated on the always beautiful Perfume River and the peaceful city is a welcome change from the rush of Hanoi.

Traveling from Hanoi to Hue

Traveling from Hanoi to Hue can be quite an enjoyable trip and you will have many transportations options. The journey from Hanoi to Hue on land takes about 14 hours and can be done by bus or train. Unlike neighboring countries, the bus is usually not faster than train due to poor road conditions. Going from Hanoi to Hue by train will either give you the chance to view the beautiful scenery by day or get a good sleep by night. Hanoi to Hue by airplane is only an hour of flight time but neither airport is located near the cities and delays are to be expected on domestic flights.

From Hanoi to Hue by Train

Taking the train from Hanoi to Hue is very popular amongst our users and deserves special attention as it is serviced by two private railroad companies. These firms operate luxury cars which are attached to the Vietnam Railways trains running from Hanoi to Hue. The fastest trains run at night and make the trip from Hanoi to Hue in around 13 hours. These would be the SE1 and SE3 which depart at 7:30 and 10:00pm respectively and arrive in Hue at 9:00 and 10:30am. VIP Sleeper Cabins with 4 berths in each are available on Livitrans Express and Violette Express Train. These cabins are considerably cleaner and the staff more attentive than Vietnam Railways making them ideal for going from Hanoi to Hue by train. The luxury train operators will provide more comfortable sleeping arrangements and higher quality amenities than you are likely to find elsewhere. Livitrans and Violette Express berths for the route from Hanoi to Hue will cost about $75 for the slower train and $85 for the fastest .

Vietnam Railways also operates two day trains which can give you the chance to take in the scenery along the way but they are not serviced by any private train companies. These services depart at 9:00am and 1:10pm, arriving in Hue at 11pm and 4:00am. A hard seat on Vietnam Railways for getting from Hanoi to Hue will be about $25 but we recommend that you avoid both hard and soft seats for this trip if possible as they can get quite uncomfortable after a few hours. The price for a 1st class sleeper will be around $45 and should make for a much more enjoyable trip from Hanoi to Hue.

From Hanoi to Hue by Bus

To get from Hanoi to Hue by overnight bus is one option the budget traveler can consider. Small bus companies that operate between Hanoi and Hue have questionable service records with regards to cleanliness and safety and so we advise you to travel with a well known operator that has a history of serving foreign travelers. One such company is the Sinh Tourist which operates a sleeper bus from Hanoi to Hue that departs at 7:00pm and arrives at 8:00am. Customers have only sent good feedback for the service from Hanoi to Hue and the price is $13.50.

Getting Around

Hue is a fairly compact city and most attractions (except the royal tombs) will be within walking distance. Cyclos and motorbike taxis are common so ask your hotel about reasonable prices before heading out. To avoid confusion and conflict agree on a price beforehand and write the number (including all zeroes) on a piece of paper.

While not known for having as many scams as Hanoi, Hue has few major taxi companies and thus service can be hit or miss. All taxis should have a working meter but be generally aware of how to get to your destination to avoid being overcharged. Your best option may be having a hotel or restaurant arrange the taxi for you.

Bicycles and motorbikes are widely available for rent and can be a good option for getting around town since traffic is more manageable than in the big cities. Bicycles are rented out for a few dollars a day and motorbikes for under $10. Ask your hotel to arrange the rental.

Where to stay in Hue

Popular accommodations in Hue are clustered within a few blocks of the Perfume River across from the citadel. Their rates tend to be lower than Hanoi or Saigon and the quality comparable. It is usually not necessary to book far in advance but you should consult a calendar to ensure that your time in Hue does not coincide with a holiday as the city is a popular domestic tourism destination.

Activities in Hue

The imperial citadel in Hue attracts domestic and foreign visitors alike despite sustaining heavy damage during the American War. 20 structures remain on the site and you can spend several hours exploring it and the adjacent To Mieu temples. The site is near the Perfume River, across from most accommodations and guides are available should you want a detailed history.

To the south of Hue are the tombs of several emperors from the Nguyen Dynasty, each with a unique style inline with the story of the person buried. There are four prominent sites 8 to 12 kilometers away from the center of Hue and are within biking distance if you have good directions. Each tomb is a short walk from the river and you can hire a boat to take you on a tour for the day. Expect to pay a few dollars to enter the sites but they are well worth it.

The Thien Mu Pagoda is the official symbol of Hue and it’s tiered, octagon shaped tower is an icon recognized across Vietnam. The pagoda is on a hill overlooking the river 4 kilometers south of the citadel and can be reached by both bicycle and boat.

Onward travel from Hue

Several hours south of Hue by bus or train is the city of Danang and the nearby tourist attraction of Hoi An Town, a restored trading post dating back hundreds of years. The journey by train from Hue to Danang is considered especially beautiful and takes only three hours with a cost of $5 on Vietnam Railways. There are three trains daily but only the 10:30am departure will allow you to enjoy the scenery during daylight hours. To travel on to Hoi An you will need to catch a taxi from the train station or book a charter taxi to avoid being overcharged. The transfer takes about one hour and costs $40. The Sinh Tourist offers bus services at 8am and 1pm from Hue to Danang for $5 and continuing on from Danang to Hoi An for under $15.

Transportation from Hanoi to Hue

Facts about the transport from Hanoi to Hue

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure5:40 AM
Latest Departure10:15 PM
Departures per day17
Distance750 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBamboo Airways, Damitrans, Duc Duong Bus, Duy Khanh Transport, Green Trips, Grouptour, Hahn Air Systems, Laman Express, NewLivitrans Express, Queen Cafe Bus, Sapa Discovery Travel, Techbus VN JSC, Viet Nam Travel Bus, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Railways, Violette Express Train

Hanoi to Hue Destination Reviews

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Basic comfort And be careful with suitcases or bags We found one of our bags torn in two layers + a T-shirt inside. I'm waiting for customer support to get back to us, and I hope they'll compensate me.
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Bus Sleeper, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Mar 15, 2024
VC
They change the bus and location of the departure. WhatsApp service help a little but sometimes informations missing. Bus arrived 40 min before the real time and go 5 min after. Got sick on the bus because of AC. Also team was really friendly but can’t help you or answer any question. Finally i arrived to my destination. Rating on Vietnamese standard.
Bus VIP 20, Duc Duong Bus, Mar 10, 2024
SB
Overall it got us from A-B - the bus was about 45 minutes late! The wifi wasn’t working but they did have working USB ports and aircon 😊
Bus VIP 33 Sleeper , Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Feb 24, 2024
A
Trip was as comfortable as a long bus journey can be. The pick up was a little early and the communication limited due to language however we got where we needed to be in good shape
Bus VIP 20, Duc Duong Bus, Feb 17, 2024
VD
+ Good service and the train was on time. - The ride was bumpy and we couldn‘t really sleep. The toilet could be modernised.
Train #SE1 1st Class Sleeper, Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam), Jan 19, 2024
AA
It was okay. We left 1 - 1.5 hours late. The bus stopped multiple times for some baggage and other passangers.
Bus Sleeper 41, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Dec 26, 2023
AL
Perfect service, they had no more space for us in the bus we booked so we were outclassed in another one. We slept well and there are toilets inside which makes it Even better
Bus Limousine, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Dec 23, 2023
JL
The bus is correct. The space is small and old. The staff is not very attentive.
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Bus Limousine, Queen Cafe Bus (Queen Cafe Bus), Dec 11, 2023
YP
Pick up point was wrong, they had to send us a taxi Our name was not on the driver list, we had to solve this problem The real bus company is queen cafe bus, which has really old bus. The seats can not move anymore, the electronics things like the remote controller for the seat or the TV are broken The seats are really small for the legs And finally, the bus driver drive really fast, but we managed to arrive 1h30 late
Bus Local Cabin, Sapa Discovery Travel, Nov 8, 2023
TM
At first, they sent us a pick-up location that was 300m from the point where the bus actually stopped and. They gave us the actual pick-up point shortly before the departure and we had to move there in a sudden hurry with full luggage in rain. The bus that picked us up was of the good standard. It was in accordance to the pictures attached to the offer (we intentionally paid more to get VIP conditions). However, after we had settled down a guy from the staff came to us and said that we shortly need to switch the bus. After half an hour we had to pack ourselves up and get on the other bus. The other bus was terrible. It was not even close to the bus on the pictures attached to the offer. The seats were narrower. Overall it was very dirty, pillows and blankets, if present at all, were stinky as if they had never been washed. The vents were broken so that they we were not able to close them up. When we complained about it to the staff they fix them by sticking a plastic bag into vents. The bottom line is, we believe we paid for the bus we were in at first but for some reason they moved us to the other bus of a lower standard.
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 6, 2023
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