{"id":524,"date":"2024-10-31T08:39:59","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T08:39:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/phonghoithaohcm.com\/?p=524"},"modified":"2024-10-31T08:39:59","modified_gmt":"2024-10-31T08:39:59","slug":"transport-within-vietnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vungtauadventure.com\/transport-within-vietnam\/","title":{"rendered":"TRANSPORT WITHIN VIETNAM"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Just like the diversity of its landscapes, Vietnam offers a variety of\u00a0ways to get around. You may favour windswept\u00a0motorbike rides,\u00a0fly straight from point to point, or take the overland routes of trains and buses, soaking in\u00a0the sights along the way.<\/p>\n<p>With a little planning (and an adventurous spirit), you can usually get where you want to go easily and comfortably.\u00a0Within the cities there are plenty of taxis, buses, and cyclos; and\u00a0out in the countryside, cycling is often an appealing option.\u00a0Below is an overview of your transport options within Vietnam<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Flights in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/1(1).jpg\" alt=\"\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/1(1).jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p>For those short on time, flying<strong>\u00a0<\/strong>is the most convenient way to see several destinations within Vietnam. Many travellers underestimate the distance (and state of the roads) between cities\u00a0and opt for buses or trains instead of flying. It&#8217;s good to note that train rides from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City can run up to 30 hours, and from Central Vietnam to either point, 16 hours is quite common. In light of this, it makes a lot of sense to opt\u00a0for a one- or two-hour plane ride and spend more time in your destination. Prices for domestic tickets are surprisingly reasonable, and there are daily flights to all of\u00a0the country&#8217;s top destinations.<\/p>\n<h4><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vietnamairlines.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/www.vietnamairlines.com\/\" data-cke-saved->Vietnam Airlines<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>is the national carrier and has the most flights daily, while\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.vietjetair.com\/Sites\/Web\/en-US\/Home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/www.vietjetair.com\/Sites\/Web\/en-US\/Home\" data-cke-saved-><strong>Vietjet<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.jetstar.com\/vn\/en\/home\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/www.jetstar.com\/vn\/en\/home\" data-cke-saved->Jetstar<\/a>\u00a0<\/strong>both offer affordable deals for short hops around the country.<\/h4>\n<h2><strong>Trains in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/2(1).jpg\" alt=\"\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/2(1).jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Averaging about 40km an hour, Vietnam&#8217;s trains are an insightful and relaxing way to journey through the country. The North and South are connected by a single, 2,600km-track network managed by\u00a0<strong><a href=\"http:\/\/www.vr.com.vn\/en\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/www.vr.com.vn\/en\" data-cke-saved->Vietnam Railways<\/a>.\u00a0<\/strong>The track\u00a0snakes through the country from Ho Chi Minh City all the way to the Chinese border. Spring for the soft seats and four-berth cabins for a little extra comfort, or splurge on one of the private tourist sleeping\u00a0cars that are now available for several\u00a0key routes.\u00a0The railroad line is undergoing renovations as much of the existing tracks date back to colonial times, so be sure to research before you go.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hanoi Train\u00a0Station Address<\/strong>: 120 L\u00ea Du\u1ea9n, C\u1eeda Nam, Ho\u00e0n Ki\u1ebfm, H\u00e0 N\u1ed9i, Vietnam<br \/>\n<strong>Ho Chi Minh City Train Station Address<\/strong>:\u00a01 Nguy\u1ec5n Th\u00f4ng, ph\u01b0\u1eddng 9, Qu\u1eadn 3, H\u1ed3 Ch\u00ed Minh, Vietnam<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Buying train tickets in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li>You can buy your train tickets at counters in Vietnam&#8217;s train stations days or months in advance of your trip, depending on the route. Train tickets are also sold through many travel agencies and online through Vietnam&#8217;s\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/dsvn.vn\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" data-cke-saved-href=\"http:\/\/dsvn.vn\/\" data-cke-saved->official train ticketing\u00a0website<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>Children above 5 years old are charged the full ticket price.<\/li>\n<li>All trains have western and squat toilets on both ends of every carriage.<\/li>\n<li>Luggage transport and freight forward service is available on Reunification Express Trains (see below.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<blockquote><p>If you&#8217;re traveling during Vietnamese holidays and peak times, be sure to book your train tickets well in advance. On ordinary days it&#8217;s still a good idea to buy your tickets a few days early. If you&#8217;re trying to buy\u00a0tickets for same-day travel, you can expect\u00a0the faster trains and best seats to be taken.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<h4><strong>The Reunification Express<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>The Reunification Express\u00a0isn\u2019t really a train.\u00a0It&#8217;s\u00a0a line connecting Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City,\u00a0completed by the French in 1936. The\u00a0<strong>36-hour<\/strong>\u00a0scenic ride makes stops in Hue, Danang, Nha Trang, and Phan Thiet. A slow\u00a0but memorable journey, five Reunification Express services run daily (7:30PM; 10PM; 6AM; 9AM; 1:10PM) from both Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. There are four classes to choose from: hard seat, soft seat, hard sleeper, and soft sleeper. The cabins are\u00a0divided into four berths with simple bedding provided.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Buses in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/3(1).jpg\" alt=\"\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/3(1).jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Open-tour buses are\u00a0an increasingly\u00a0popular service for budget travelers, especially in Vietnam&#8217;s southern and central regions. Buses run regularly and reliably between top\u00a0destinations such as\u00a0Hanoi, Hue, Hoi An, Nha Trang, Da Lat, Mui Ne, and Ho Chi Minh City. Most open tour buses are sleeper buses, or have deep reclining chairs. A simple Google search will bring up the most reputed open-tour bus companies. We recommend\u00a0booking one or two days ahead, unless you&#8217;re travelling on a Vietnamese holiday:\u00a0then you&#8217;ll want to book seats at least two weeks in advance.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Motorbikes in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/4.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/4.jpg\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Vietnam&#8217;s quintessential mode of transport, motorbikes are the most convenient way to travel short distances. Independent travellers may like to try long-distance motorbiking for the adventure and spectacular views.\u00a0Novice motorists should be careful on Vietnam&#8217;s streets and observe the local style of driving, which is more ebb and flow than\u00a0&#8216;follow the rules&#8217;. You\u2019ll find motorbike rental shops in almost every city. Prices depend on the quality of the bike, ranging from 150,000\u00a0to 300,000\u00a0VND\/day for scooters and mopeds.\u00a0You can expect to leave a deposit or your passport\u00a0if you&#8217;re renting for\u00a0more than a week. When in Vietnam, never park your motorbike unattended,\u00a0<strong>always wear a helmet<\/strong>, and be sure to check the ticket number if you leave it in a\u00a0parking lot.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><strong>Cycling in Vietnam<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/5.jpg\" alt=\"\" data-cke-saved-src=\"https:\/\/www.saigonadventure.com\/media\/images\/5.jpg\" \/>Whether you&#8217;re an avid cyclist or just enjoy a little pedal now and then, Vietnam will reawaken your love for this mode of transport. Although it&#8217;s possible to cycle in the\u00a0cities, Vietnam&#8217;s\u00a0small towns and beach destinations are perfect for two-wheeled excursions. Some of the country&#8217;s best guided tours are in fact bicycle tours. You&#8217;ll find these in\u00a0the Mekong Delta and in Central Vietnam. In towns such as Hoi An and Hue, it&#8217;s possible to get to almost everywhere you want to go by bicycle (many of the locals do.) Rentals are\u00a0usually about 20,000 to 30,000 VND per day (about 1$.)<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Just like the diversity of its landscapes, Vietnam offers a variety of\u00a0ways to get around. You may favour windswept\u00a0motorbike rides,\u00a0fly straight from point to point, or take the overland routes of trains and buses, soaking in\u00a0the sights along the way. 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