Ho Chi Minh City to Vinh by train
Vinh lies 879 km (546 mi) north of Ho Chi Minh City, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 38 min at the speeds typical of Vietnam rail, over roughly 1,072 km (666 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Ho Chi Minh City | Vinh | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Vietnam | Vietnam |
| Population | 14 million | 790,000 |
| Elevation | 7 m (23 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Ho_Chi_Minh) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
| Stations on record | Gò Vấp railway station, Bình Triệu railway station | none listed |
Where to book trains from Ho Chi Minh City to Vinh
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Staying in Vinh
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Vinh. Of the 22 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (12), and 2 are five-star. Across 12 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 7.8 out of 10. Guests have left 1,574 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Vinh from Ho Chi Minh City?
879 km (546 mi) in a straight line, north of Ho Chi Minh City; by road roughly 1,072 km (666 mi).
How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Vinh by train?
About 12 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Ho Chi Minh City and Vinh?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Where can I stay in Vinh?
Our booking partner lists 29 places to stay in Vinh, 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.