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Saigon to Hue: flight or train?

In short

Flying is simplest: about 1h30 to Phu Bai airport, about 30 minutes from central Hue. The train takes nearly a full day. From Hue, continue to Hoi An over the Hai Van Pass.

The options

OptionTimeGood to know
FlightAbout 1h30Phu Bai airport
Night trainNearly a full dayScenic, but long

Things to do in Hue

  • Da Nang: imperial Hue tour with Hai Van Pass train and lunch

    4.9/5 · 3,202 reviews 12h 30

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  • Hue: private tour of the 3 best royal tombs and the pagoda

    4.9/5 · 300 reviews 5 hours

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  • Hue: cyclo, market visit and cooking class with Madame Thu

    New 3 hours

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Hue

Frequently asked questions

Which airport for Hue?

Phu Bai airport, about 30 minutes from the centre.

How many nights in Hue?

1 to 2 nights are enough for the citadel and imperial tombs.

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