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Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) officially launched the high-quality Hanoi – Da Nang SE19/SE30 train at 8:00 p.m. on October 20 at Hanoi Station, following three months of comprehensive upgrades. This marks a significant event celebrating the 77th anniversary of Vietnam's railway industry. The restaurant cabin has been completely renovated to offer passengers a comfortable space to enjoy coffee, meals, and scenic views. Despite the service improvements, ticket prices remain unchanged. For bookings, please contact: [email protected].

Vietnam Railways Corporation announces new luggage transport regulations effective February 2024. Each passenger may bring hand luggage up to 20kg (within specified size limits) free of charge. Oversized or excess luggage must be checked and may incur additional fees. Checked items must be securely packed and follow specific size and weight rules. Special rates apply for bicycles and motorbikes based on engine capacity. Checked luggage is charged from 1,500 to 5,000 VND/kg. Changes to destination or recipient are allowed up to 4 hours before departure.

Discover the beauty of Central Vietnam with the special tourist train “Connecting Central Heritage.” This 3-hour journey takes you across the majestic Hai Van Pass before arriving in Da Nang – home to one of the six most beautiful beaches in the world. On the return trip from Da Nang to Hue, travelers will set foot in the ancient capital, a land of cultural heritage, and admire the harmonious scenery where the Truong Son mountain range meets the vast sea – the natural boundary between North and South Vietnam.

Escape the early summer heat of northern Vietnam with a refreshing trip to the Northwest mountains! Visit Sapa during the flood season, admire the stunning terraced rice fields, and enjoy the cool, pleasant air amid the sweltering summer days with train routes SP3/SP4.

Tickets for northern train routes are now on sale for the April 30th – May 1st holidays. Key routes include Hanoi–Ho Chi Minh City (SE1-SE8), Hanoi–Da Nang (SE19/SE20), Hanoi–Vinh (NA1/NA2), and Hanoi–Hai Phong (HP and LP trains). Special service between Hue and Da Nang runs with four daily trains stopping briefly at Lang Co. To meet high demand, extra trains SE35/SE36 and NA3/NA4 will operate on the Hanoi–Vinh route during peak days.

Vietnam Railway Corporation (VNR) has launched six new third-generation trains on the Thong Nhat route to enhance passenger comfort and service quality. Each 15-carriage train features spacious luggage racks, luxury bed compartments with USB chargers, and entertainment amenities like bookshelves and electronic displays. Staff receive professional training and foreign language skills to better serve passengers, including foreigners. New services include free airline-style meals prepared and transported with strict quality control. Saigon Railways operates one train daily on this 30-hour north-south journey.

Experience luxury travel from Hanoi to Dong Hoi, Dong Ha, Hue, and Da Nang on the 5-star Livitrans Express and Violette Express trains (SE1/SE3 and SE2/SE4). Enjoy clean, comfortable cabins with white bedding, reading lamps, and privacy options. Onboard service includes a trolley offering drinks, complimentary hot and cold water, and traditional Vietnamese tea and coffee in the morning. Tickets range from USD 85 to 95, with advance booking recommended due to limited seats.

On September 21, 2015, Vietnam Railways partnered with National Standard Finance (NSF), a leading global institution specializing in infrastructure investment and private debt solutions. NSF offers around $2 billion per project using models like PPP, DBFOT, DBOT, or BOT to finance infrastructure development. Vietnam Railways’ Mr. Tran Ngoc Thanh expressed optimism about NSF’s potential and emphasized the importance of further cooperation to modernize and upgrade Vietnam’s railway network.

Vietnam is planning a high-speed standard-gauge rail between Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City to replace the slow existing line. A study on costs and impact will finish in two years. The current railway is outdated and slow. Though rejected in 2010 due to cost, the project aligns with regional rail plans. Funding may come from Japan and international banks. Construction could start by 2020, finishing by 2030, with speeds up to 200 km/h, rising to 350 km/h after 2050.

Vietnam Railways Innovation Award 2014 was held on September 22, 2015, attracting many employees who submitted practical projects in rolling stock, infrastructure, signal telecommunication, and IT. The award encourages creativity to improve production and management efficiency using science and technology. Eleven projects were awarded, with the first prize going to the Railways Transportation Operations Center for their freight payment statistics program. The contest started in 1991 and has been held annually since 2006.

Vietnam Railways has opened ticket sales for trains running from late summer to the end of 2024, including the National Day holiday. Tickets are available on major routes such as Ho Chi Minh City – Hanoi, Hanoi – Da Nang, Hanoi – Vinh, Hanoi – Lao Cai, Hanoi – Hai Phong, and southern routes like Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang, Nha Trang, and Phan Thiet. Additional trains will operate during peak demand periods and holidays to serve popular destinations.

Due to severe flooding and landslides caused by Typhoon No. 3 in Yen Bai, SP3 and SP4 trains on the Hanoi–Lao Cai route will be suspended until September 17, 2024. Passengers with affected tickets can get full refunds or reschedule. For help, please contact customer service. We apologize for the inconvenience and appreciate your understanding.

Vietnam Railways has launched the ultra-luxurious SE21/22 train service on the Saigon – Da Nang route, featuring modern upgrades including Wi-Fi, 180-degree swivel seats, and renovated interiors with VIP cabins. With expanded restrooms and advanced amenities, this high-quality train is expected to be a top travel choice for summer 2024.