Bangkok to Haiphong by train
Haiphong lies 1,027 km (638 mi) north-east of Bangkok, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 14 h 46 min at the speeds typical of Thailand and Vietnam rail, over roughly 1,253 km (779 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Bangkok | Haiphong | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Thailand | Vietnam |
| Population | 5.1 million | 2.6 million |
| Elevation | 12 m (39 ft) | 12 m (39 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
| Stations on record | Ratchaprarop Station, Lumphini MRT Station, Bang Sue Junction Railway Station | none listed |
What changes when you arrive in Haiphong
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 Haiphong
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Staying in Haiphong
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Haiphong. Of the 1 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (1).
Book a hotel in Haiphong
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Common questions
How far is Haiphong from Bangkok?
1,027 km (638 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Bangkok; by road roughly 1,253 km (779 mi).
How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Haiphong by train?
About 14 h 46 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Bangkok and Haiphong?
No, both are on Asia/Bangkok at the moment.
What currency do I need in Haiphong?
The Dong (VND).
Where can I stay in Haiphong?
Our booking partner lists 1 places to stay in Haiphong, 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.