1 Introduction

Dong Hoi railway station is one of the main stations on the North South railway line. Located in Sub zone 4, Nam Ly Ward, Dong Hoi, Quang Binh. It is 522 km north of Hanoi Station and 166 km south of Hue Station. From Dong Hoi train Station, you can easily reach Phong Nha, about 35 km away.

The trains are mostly equipped with air conditioning and offer a variety of seats and beds, to ensure a comfortable journey for passengers.

In addition, Dong Hoi Station is one of the priority choices for tourists when coming to Hue and Phong Nha because of the convenience of time and the distance is not too far to experience rail travel in Vietnam

2 How to get Dong Hoi railway station

To get to Dong Hoi station, you can choose from many means of transportation such as:

  • Taxis: Taxi is a popular and convenient option to travel to Dong Hoi station. any location in Dong Hoi city or Phong Nha town. Phong Nha taxi is the great choice for you. Taxi can easily carry many passengers and your luggage.
  • Bus: Local buses are the cheapest option. The ride takes about 90 minutes, and the ticket price is very cheap from Phong nha town to Dong Hoi railway station, around 35,000 VND person/ one way. However, you might have to wait for a bus to arrive, which can extend your travel time.
  • Motorbike: You can choose a motorbike to go to Dong Hoi railway station because it is convenient and cheap, very suitable for those who love to experience and explore.
  • Private car: Private cars offer the convenience of traveling with many people and easily carry a lot of luggage. For long distance journeys, such as from Hue to Dong Hoi airport or from Phong Nha to Dong Hoi station, choosing a private car is an excellent choice for you. The driver communicates in English, stops the car for you to visit historical sites and especially has a professional working attitude, taking care of everything during the trip.

 

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 3 The ticket and timetable Dong Hoi Train Station 

Dong Hoi railway station
Tourists line up to board the train

North south trains operate continuously throughout the day, making train travel a convenient and comfortable option for modern travelers. 

Train tickets can be purchased directly at Dong Hoi train station or you can book online here: https://dsvn.vn 

  • Train from Dong Hoi railway station to Ha Noi station:

To travel from Dong Hoi Station to Ha Noi Station, you can choose the following trains:

Train Dong Hoi to Ha Noi

No. train

Departure Dong Hoi

Arrival Ha Noi

SE2

19:30

06:00

SE4

18:49

05:40

SE6

17:05

04:35

SE8

07:02

19:12

SE12

21:52

10:10

SE20

23:55

11:40

Ticket prices from Dong Hoi Station to Hanoi Station will range from 367,000 VND to 635,000 VND depending on the type of seat you choose.

  • Train from Dong Hoi to Saigon station

Travel from Dong Hoi railway station to Saigon Station, you can choose the following trains:

Train station Dong Hoi to Sai Gon

No. train

Departure Dong Hoi

Arrival Sai Gon

SE1

07:05

06:50

SE3

05:41

05:45

SE5

02:32

05:18

SE7

07:02

18:10

SE11

09:26

11:30

Ticket prices from Dong Hoi to Sai Gon Station will range from 680,000 VND to 878,000 VND depending on the type of seat you choose.

  • Train from Dong Hoi railway station to Da Nang station

Da Nang is one of the most popular tourist cities and has a road that goes through the beautiful Lang Co beach and Hai Van pass. The train from Dong Hoi to Da Nang station has many time slots for you to choose from: 

Train Dong Hoi to Da Nang

No. train

Departure Dong Hoi

Arrival Da Nang

SE1

07:05

12:32

SE3

05:41

11:14

SE5

02:32

08:30

SE7

16:56

23:07

SE11

09:26

15:58

SE19

06:05

11:58

Ticket prices from Dong Hoi to Da Nang station will range from 188,000 VND to 371,000 VND depending on the type of seat you choose.

  • Train station Dong Hoi to Hue station

One of the trains that many tourists choose is Dong Hoi to Hue station because the time is not too long, allowing tourists to travel comfortably without worrying about anything.

Train Dong Hoi to Hue

No. train

Departure Dong Hoi

Arrival Hue

SE1

07:05

09:59

SE3

05:41

08:40

SE5

02:32

05:34

SE7

16:56

20:33

SE11

09:26

12:25

SE19

06:05

09:13

Ticket prices from Dong Hoi to Hue Station will range from 125,000 VND to 290,000 VND depending on the type of seat you choose.

Note:

  • You can choose different tickets, depending on the seat type, train type and time
  • Ticket prices may change depending on ticket purchase time, train passengers, seat location in the carriage, etc.
  • Under 3 years: free
  • From 3 to under 9 years old (and shorter than 1.3m):  Price will be 75% of adult price for the North – South trains and and vice versa. 
  • Carry on bags: The train cabins are allowed to carry luggage which does not exceed the weight limitation of 20 kgs of adults and 10 kgs of children. Baggage must be wrapped neatly and reliably.

4 Extra tip for your best trip

Dong Hoi railway station

  • To ensure a safe departure from Dong Hoi railway station, you need to arrive at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure time and have all necessary documents ready.
  • You can buy tickets directly at the station or buy online. You should plan to book tickets early to be able to choose seats and avoid sold out tickets.
  • Pay attention to your luggage when arriving at stops at Dong Hoi stations to avoid losing your belongings while traveling on the train.
  • Trains sell onboard food and beverage,  so you don’t need extensive meal preparation during your journey.

5 Hotels and restaurants near Dong Hoi station

There are many hotels and restaurants near Dong Hoi station for you to rest and relax. The hotels are clean and fully equipped so you don’t have to worry after a long train ride. However, you should book a room in advance to avoid the situation of no room available, affecting your trip. In addition, at the hotels and restaurants there is a luggage storage service, you just need to pay a small amount and ask them to keep your luggage for you so you can enjoy a memorable trip.

6 Famous attractions near Dong Hoi Railway Station

Phong Nha Ke bang

  • Phong Nha Ke Bang National park: Phong Nha Ke Bang National Park is one of the unique and beautiful national parks, recognized by UNESCO as a World Natural Heritage. Phong Nha Ke Bang is located in a large limestone mountain area, a suitable environment for plants and animals to thrive. Besides Phong Nha cave with the same name, visitors can also explore Paradise Cave, Son Doong Cave, Dark Cave, Chay River, and other large and small caves around the area.
  • Nhat Le beach: Nhat Le beach stretches by pure white sand, crystal clear blue water, and a tranquil atmosphere. Beach is clean, sand is shining. For a long time, the beach was known for its immense sky and sea, windy sky, and blue water. It is a great spot for swimming, sunbathing, and unwinding.
  • Vietnam DMZ area with famous historical sites such as Vinh Moc Tunnels, Khe Sanh Base, Ta Con airport, Hien Luong Bridge and Ben Hai River.

At Dong Hoi railway Station, visitors can enjoy special services and explore the stunning natural beauty of Quang Binh.