Are Vietnam trains safe?

Safety. Petty crime is rare on Vietnamese trains. Thieves occasionally try to grab stuff as trains pull out of stations. Always keep your bag nearby and lock or tie it to something, especially at night.

Are trains still used for travel?

For decades now, passenger rail use has been steadily declining in the US, and although the country is criss-crossed with extensive railway tracks, the majority of these are used to carry freight, not passengers.

What is the best way to travel around Vietnam?

Buses are the main mode of transport for locals in Vietnam, but travellers tend to prefer planes, trains and automobiles.

Train Reasonably priced and comfortable enough in air-conditioned carriages (and sleepers).
Plane Cheap if you book ahead, and the network is pretty comprehensive.

How much is the train from Ho Chi Minh to Hanoi?

Train from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi

Departs	Arrives	Soft Seat
21:55	05:30	N/A
19:25	08:30	$65
15:20	05:21	$64
06:00	19:52	$64

Why do Americans not travel by train?

There are many reasons why Americans don’t ride the rails as often as their European cousins. Most American passenger trains travel on tracks that are owned by freight companies. That means most trains have to defer to freight services, leading to lengthy delays that scare off passengers who want to arrive on time.

Is Vietnam easy to travel around?

Long, thin and bookended by two superb cities that form natural points of entry, Vietnam is perhaps one of the easiest countries to plan an itinerary for. Whichever route you plan to take around the country, here’s our guide to getting around Vietnam.

Are there any trains that go to Vietnam?

Operated by national carrier, Vietnam Railways (www.vr.com.vn), the Vietnamese railway system is an ageing but pretty dependable service, and offers a relaxing way to get around the nation. Travelling in an air-conditoned sleeping berth sure beats a hairy overnight bus journey along Hwy 1.

When did the train service in Vietnam resume?

The trains resumed on 31 December 1976, unifying the country once more. You too can easily travel the length of Vietnam using the reunification railway, a travel experience in its own right. Over the last decade the Hanoi-Saigon train service has steadily improved with more trains & newer rolling stock.

Is there a train from Hanoi to Sapa Vietnam?

There are also luxury trains that travel through Vietnam. Below I’ll recommend three splendid train itineraries that start from Hanoi. Traveling from Hanoi to Sapa by train is a spectacular experience during your trip in Vietnam. You’ll travel comfortably and at a low price. There are different options you could choose from, leaving Hanoi at night.

Where is the train from Vietnam to Danang?

The train runs along the South China Sea, snaking from cliff to jungle-covered cliff past beaches and islands, then heads through the lush green mountains via the Hai Van Pass to reach Danang. In Vietnamese it’s Đèo Hải Vân meaning ‘Ocean Cloud Pass’, and I can’t think of a better name.

Are Vietnam trains safe? Safety. Petty crime is rare on Vietnamese trains. Thieves occasionally try to grab stuff as trains pull out of stations. Always keep your bag nearby and lock or tie it to something, especially at night. Are trains still used for travel? For decades now, passenger rail use has been steadily declining…