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From turquoise bays to the lanes of the Old Quarter: Nha Trang and Hanoi lie at opposite ends of central Vietnam, and most travelers fly. The Reunification Express is the slow, scenic alternative for those with time to spare.
Nha Trang to Hanoi by Flight
Flights leave from Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR), about 35 km south of Nha Trang, and land at Noi Bai (HAN) north of Hanoi. The flight takes 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes.[1] Vietnam Airlines sells one-way economy from VND 1,160,181 and business class from VND 4,171,181.[2]
Getting to and from the airports
Cam Ranh is 35 km from Nha Trang, 45 to 60 minutes by car.[3] Bus No. 18 runs from the city for 50,000 VND per person, and taxis from the terminal start at 300,000 VND.[4] In Hanoi, Noi Bai is about 27 km from downtown, usually about an hour. The 86 Express Bus to the train station costs 30,000 VND and runs from 06:30 to 23:00, and a metered taxi costs 300,000 to 400,000 VND.[5]
Nha Trang to Hanoi by Train
The Reunification Express takes more than a day. SE8 leaves Nha Trang at 14:03 and reaches Hanoi at 16:20 the next day, and SE6 leaves at 16:13 and arrives at 19:14 the next day. The distance by rail is 1,315 km.[6] Book a sleeper berth and settle in for the coastline, the Hai Van Pass region and the Red River Delta.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Duration | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 1h 40m to 2h 15m | Economy from VND 1,160,181, business from VND 4,171,181 | Cam Ranh to Noi Bai |
| Train | More than 24h | Book on GoAsia.cc | SE8 and SE6 leave in the afternoon |
Tips for Traveling from Nha Trang to Hanoi
- Book flights early: Fares are lowest well ahead, and prices climb around Tet and the summer holidays.
- Leave time for Cam Ranh: Allow for the 45 to 60 minute drive from the city and for check-in.
- Pack for the weather change: Hanoi has real seasons and can be chilly between November and February, so keep a light jacket in your hand luggage.
- Take the bus into town: From Noi Bai, the 86 Express Bus is cheap, and ride-hailing apps drop you at your hotel.
Timetable
| Flight Nha Trang - Hanoi $ 45.49–208.30 1h 45m – 1days 31m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Nha Trang to Hanoi, including current prices and schedules.
Flying is the practical choice. Vietnam Airlines economy fares start at VND 1,160,181 one way.
Flying, which takes 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes. The train takes more than 24 hours.
A flight takes 1 hour 40 minutes to 2 hours 15 minutes, plus transfers to and from the airports. The Reunification Express takes more than a day.
Cam Ranh International Airport is about 35 km south of Nha Trang, 45 to 60 minutes by car.
Yes. Vietnam Airlines sells business class from VND 4,171,181 one way.
Yes. Book ahead, especially for Tet and the summer holidays, when the cheapest fares sell out.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Vietnam Airlines: Flights from Hanoi to Nha Trang. Retrieved October 18, 2026.
- [2] Vietnam Airlines: Book Cheap Flights from Nha Trang to Hanoi. Retrieved October 31, 2026.
- [3] Vietnam Airlines: 3+ Ways to Get from Nha Trang Airport to City Center. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
- [4] Cam Ranh International Airport: Transport: bus, taxi and private car between Cam Ranh International Airport and Nha Trang. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
- [5] Vietnam Tourism (Vietnam National Authority of Tourism): A traveller's guide to Vietnam's airports. Retrieved October 20, 2026.
- [6] Vietnam Railways (Duong sat Viet Nam): Vietnam Railways timetable: North-South trains (Reunified Express). Retrieved October 31, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.