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Hue Phong Nha
We, 03/04
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How to get from Hue to Phong Nha

There are two ways to travel from Hue to Phong Nha: by train and by bus.

How far is Phong Nha from Hue?

The travel distance from Hue to Phong Nha is 215 km. There is no flight between Hue and Phong Nha, so you have two options to travel from Hue to Phong Nha: taking a train or a bus.

How long does it take to get from Hue to Phong Nha?

It takes 4-5 hours to get from Hue to Phong Nha by train or by bus. The train will stop at Dong Hoi Railway Station, and from there you can go to Phong Nha by public bus or taxi, which takes 1 more hour.

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

What types of trains operate the route from Hue to Phong Nha?

There are two types of train services running the route Hue to Dong Hoi 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 and SE7/8. Passenger cars are divided in four classes: Hard seat, Soft seat, 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 Hue to Phong Nha by train?

The train ticket with Vietnam Railways costs from 89,000 VND for Hard seat, 110,000 VND for Soft seat, 144,000 VND for Sleeper 6-Berth, and 160,000 VND for Sleeper 4-Berth. Meanwhile, the train ticket with private trains costs from 1,200,000 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 Hue to Phong Nha depart?

Trains on the North–South railway line depart from Hue Railway Station, located at 01 Bui Thi Xuan, Phuong Duc Ward, Hue.

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 Hue to Phong Nha?

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

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 Hue to Phong Nha by bus?

The price of the bus ticket from Hue to Phong Nha varies depending on the type of vehicle that you choose. It starts from 150,000 VND.

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

Where does the bus from Hue to Phong Nha depart?

Most buses from Hue to Phong Nha depart from the representative offices of the bus companies in Phu Hoi and Xuan Phu Wards, Hue.

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 Hue to Phong Nha arrive?

Most buses from Hue to Phong Nha arrive at the representative offices of the bus companies in Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park, Bo Trach District, Quang Binh Province.

Where to travel next from Phong Nha?

From Phong Nha, you can go to Ninh Binh or Hanoi by train or bus and continue traveling to other destinations in Northern Vietnam, such as Ha Long, Cat Ba, Ha Giang, Sapa, Mu Cang Chai, Cao Bang, Bac Kan, Mai Chau and Moc Chau.