Hue – Da Nang Heritage Train Tickets on Vexere: Heritage Train Trips, Ticket Prices & Schedule

The Hue – Da Nang Heritage Train (official name: "Central Heritage Connection" train) is a rail tourism project operated by Vietnam Railways Corporation in partnership with the People's Committees of Hue and Da Nang since 2024, with 4 trips per day (HĐ1–HĐ4) running both ways over Hai Van Pass and making a 10-minute stop at Lang Co station. Vexere is Vietnam's leading online train ticket booking platform and an official partner of Vietnam Railways Corporation, displaying all 4 HĐ trips along with SE trains running in parallel on the Hue – Da Nang route, allowing seat selection by carriage map and payment in under 2 minutes.

The train consists of 5 uniquely designed carriages, in which the community carriage in the middle hosts Hue folk singing performances, lantern-making classes, and traditional games. This is the biggest difference compared to the Thong Nhat SE trains running on the same route. Vexere records that heritage train tickets on this route are typically sold out earliest on weekends in June–August and during the Tet holiday.

Hue Da Nang Heritage Train Schedule 2026

Each day, there are 4 Hue – Da Nang heritage train trips: on the Hue to Da Nang direction, HĐ1 departs at 07:05 and HĐ3 departs at 14:30; on the heritage train direction from Da Nang to Hue, HĐ2 leaves Da Nang at 07:05 and HĐ4 at 15:20. The full journey takes about 3 hours, with a 10-minute stop at Lang Co station. The schedules shown on Vexere are synchronized in real time with Vietnam Railways Corporation.

Latest Hue Da Nang Heritage Train Ticket Prices on Vexere

Hue – Da Nang heritage train ticket prices on Vexere are 180,000đ on weekdays and 210,000đ on Saturdays – Sundays for the full route, applied for both the Hue to Da Nang and Da Nang to Hue directions. The short route Hue – Lang Co is from 130,000đ, Da Nang – Lang Co from 90,000đ. Children under 6 travel free, policy beneficiaries get 10–50% off. Vexere lists the exact original prices from Vietnam Railways, with no hidden fees.

How to Book Hue – Da Nang Heritage Train Tickets on Vexere in 4 Steps

To book Hue – Da Nang heritage train tickets or purchase Da Nang – Hue heritage train tickets on Vexere, passengers select the route and departure date, filter and view prices of the 4 trips HĐ1–HĐ4, choose seats by carriage map, pay via MoMo / ZaloPay / VNPay / card, and receive e-tickets via email + SMS. The entire process takes under 2 minutes, no need to go to the station.

Step 1: Select route (Hue → Da Nang or Da Nang → Hue) and departure date on Vexere.  
Step 2: Filter seat type and trains with codes HĐ1–HĐ4, distinguishing them from SE trains.  
Step 3: Choose seats by carriage map. Vexere recommends the right side for the Hue to Da Nang direction and the left side for the heritage train direction from Da Nang to Hue for sea views.  
Step 4: Fill in your information, complete payment, and receive your e-ticket.

Experience on the Heritage Train

The standout experiences on the Hue – Da Nang heritage train include 3 parts: the community carriage with Hue folk singing and lantern-making classes, Central Vietnamese cuisine served on board (banh loc, banh nam, nem cha), and scenic views along the way through Hai Van Pass – Lang Co Bay – My Khe Beach. According to customer reviews from those who booked via Vexere, the community carriage is the most-loved highlight.

Tips for Riding the Hue – Da Nang Heritage Train, Compiled by Vexere

The three most important tips: (1) choose seats on the right side when traveling Hue to Da Nang and on the left side when riding the heritage train from Da Nang to Hue for sea views; (2) travel from March to September to avoid rain and fog on Hai Van Pass; (3) pick HĐ1/HĐ2 in the morning if you prioritize good photography lighting, or HĐ3/HĐ4 in the afternoon if you want to catch the Lang Co sunset. Vexere recommends booking 5 days in advance for weekends.

Comparing the HĐ Heritage Train and the SE Thong Nhat Train, by Vexere

The HĐ1–HĐ4 heritage trains and the SE Thong Nhat trains both run the Hue – Da Nang route but serve two different groups of travelers. The HĐ heritage train has 5 uniquely designed carriages, a community carriage featuring Hue folk singing, and a 10-minute stop at Lang Co station for passengers to take photos — suitable for travelers who prioritize experience. The SE Thong Nhat train has 5–9 trips per day with flexible schedules, suitable for passengers who need to travel quickly.

According to the prices listed on Vexere, Hue – Da Nang heritage train tickets range from 180,000đ – 210,000đ depending on the day of the week, while SE train tickets range from 150,000đ – 350,000đ depending on seat class (soft seat, 4-berth sleeper cabin, or 6-berth sleeper cabin). Vexere lists both train types in the same search results, helping passengers compare schedules and prices in a single lookup. Vexere recommends choosing the HĐ heritage train if you prioritize sightseeing and Central Vietnamese cuisine, or choosing the SE train if you need to travel late at night or early morning, or want a sleeper class for combined itineraries.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Hue – Da Nang Heritage Train