Bangkok to Thủ Đức by train
Thủ Đức lies 754 km (468 mi) south-east of Bangkok, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 10 h 50 min at the speeds typical of Thailand and Vietnam rail, over roughly 920 km (571 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Bangkok | Thủ Đức | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Vietnam |
| Population | 5.1 million | 524,670 |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 29 m (95 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) |
| Stations on record | Ratchaprarop Station, Lumphini MRT Station, Bang Sue Junction Railway Station | none listed |
What changes when you arrive in Thủ Đức
Crossing from Thailand into Vietnam: money changes from the Baht to the Dong (VND); traffic switches to the right; sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Where to book trains from Bangkok to Thủ Đức
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Staying in Thủ Đức
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Thủ Đức. Of the 13 with a star rating, the largest group is 2-star (7), and 1 are five-star. Guests have left 90 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Thủ Đức from Bangkok?
754 km (468 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Bangkok; by road roughly 920 km (571 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Thủ Đức by train?
About 10 h 50 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Thủ Đức?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Thủ Đức?
The Dong (VND).
Where can I stay in Thủ Đức?
Our booking partner lists 32 places to stay in Thủ Đức, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.