Beginning on March 2, the five-star express train connecting Ho Chi Minh City and Nha Trang will begin making a quick stop in Phan Thiet along the way allowing the popular train service to be used by weekenders wanting a quick and comfortable means of getting to Mui Ne when their time is at a premium.

The train will depart at 6.15 a.m from HCMC and arrive at Muong Man station at 9.45a.m. After a short stop it will then continue on to Nha Trang.

Passengers heading back to HCMC from Phan Thiet can catch the train there at 7.35 p.m at the Muong Man station. The train arrives in Sai Gon Railway Station at about 11:20 p.m.

Price-wise, the rail company offers a 5 Star Club ticket for VND350, 000, a deluxe service for VND250, 000 and a Standard-class at VND160, 000.

The company will offer some discounted prices for the new service for the month of March in honor of International Women’s Day.

Huan Nguyen (By SGGP)