Are there trains in Vietnam?

Sommario:

1. Are there trains in Vietnam?
2. Are trains in Vietnam safe?
3. How many railways are in Vietnam?
4. How fast do trains go in Vietnam?
5. What is the 7pm rule?
6. How much is the train in Vietnam?
7. Is there a bullet train in Vietnam?
8. How much is a train ticket from Portugal to Vietnam?
9. Do sleeper trains have showers?
10. Can you sleep on the Eurail?
11. Do I need visa to Vietnam?

Are there trains in Vietnam?

Vietnam's air-conditioned trains are the ideal way for independent travellers to get around Vietnam. ... But it's more than this, the train journey is a genuine Vietnamese experience, an integral part of your trip. Air-conditioned trains link Hanoi, Hué, Danang, Nha Trang, and Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City).

Are trains in Vietnam safe?

Popular train routes from Hanoi to Sapa, Hanoi to Hue and Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi all offer night train options. It is mostly a comfortable trip and relatively safer than using coach or open tour bus, though the price can be higher. Currently, Vietnam Railways System (VRS) monopolize on all routes.

How many railways are in Vietnam?

There are 27 railway tunnels along the North–South line, amounting to a total length of 8,335 m (27,346 ft). Throughout the entire Vietnamese rail network, Vietnam Railways report a total of 39 tunnels with a combined length of 11,512 m (37,769 ft).

How fast do trains go in Vietnam?

North–South express railway (Vietnam)
Overview
Line length	1,570 km (980 mi)
Track gauge	1,435 mm (4 ft 81⁄2 in) standard gauge
Operating speed	200 km/h (120 mph) suggested by MPI 350 km/h (220 mph) suggested by MOT

What is the 7pm rule?

Can I get a night train on the last day of my Interrail pass? ... Your pass must be valid for both the day the night train departs & the day it arrives. What is the “7pm rule”? The “7pm rule” is the old night train rule, from before 2019 – it is no longer in use, so can be ignored.

How much is the train in Vietnam?

Train from Dong Hoi

To	Hard Seat	Soft Seat
Dieu Tri	$32	$35
Hanoi	N/A	$37
Hanoi	$30	$35
Ho Chi Minh City	$47	$53

Is there a bullet train in Vietnam?

The North–South express railway (Vietnamese: Đường sắt cao tốc Bắc-Nam) is a proposed high speed railway in Vietnam. ... This project is part of the country's railway transport development strategy by 2020 with a vision to 2050. The project is also part of the Trans-Asian railway network.

How much is a train ticket from Portugal to Vietnam?

Long train journeys are not for everyone. Portugal to Vietnam by train will entail extensive hours on the train, the longest on this journey being six days, plus long layovers. Expect to spend an overall estimate of US$2,000 per head for the train tickets.

Do sleeper trains have showers?

Amtrak Sleeper Car Bedroom Suites are perfect for four adults. These rooms feature two connected Bedrooms, each with upper- and lower-berth bunks, just like in other cars; private toilets; showers; armchairs; sinks and vanities.

Can you sleep on the Eurail?

Night trains offer a comfortable way to travel by night. Most European night trains are included in the Eurail passes. ... You'll just need to reserve and pay for your preferred sleeping accommodation type in addition to your pass.

Do I need visa to Vietnam?

Entry Requirements: You must have a valid passport and a visa (or pre-approval for a visa on arrival) to enter Vietnam. ... If you arrive in Vietnam without an appropriate visa (which could be an e-visa) or pre-approval for a visa on arrival, you will be denied entry.