Below you will a detailed guide on to get from Da Nang to Hoi An.
Option 1: By Bus (Most Popular Method)
There are three different ways to get from Danang to Hoi An. The first is the Hoi An Express Shuttle Bus. This one is popular if you are arriving at the airport. If you have been staying in Da Nang city, it would be easier to either catch the Sinh Tourist Bus or to simply hop on the public bus. Please find more info on each of these below.
Journey Time: 60 Min
Perfect For: Those who arrive at the airport
Cost involved: US $6
Click here to check prices for the Hoi An Express Shuttle Bus
The Hoi An Express bus from Danang Airport to Hoi An is one of the most popular and convenient ways to travel to Hoi An. The bus is very affordable and the drivers drive safely.
Your driver will be waiting for you at the airport upon arrival and will drop you off at your hotel (if it is located in Hoi An city center). The bus is comfortable & air-conditioned. They have different sized vehicles to suit your needs or you could even choose to use their shared vans. This is our preferred way to get from the airport to Hoi An, as well as from Hoi An to Danang.
Journey Time: 90 Min
Cost involved: US $6
Perfect for: Those who are already in Da Nang city
Click here to check prices for the Tourist Transfer Bus
This bus leaves from a Da Nang bus station located at 16, 3 Thang 2, Thuan Phuoc, Hai Chau, Đà Nẵng. So please check to see how far away the location is from your chosen Da Nang accommodation.
This Danang to Hoi An bus is designed for tourists and only costs a fraction more than the public bus. I wouldn't even think twice about the extra $5 to have air conditioning and a comfy seat for the 1.30hr bus ride ahead. Plus it has storage space for all your luggage (something that can be a pain when you go on the public bus).
Journey Time: 70 - 80 Min
Cost involved: US $1
To encourage tourists to visit Da Nang, the government launched a direct bus from Danang to Hoi An - Bus #1 - for just 25.000 VND ($1). Although the bus is the cheapest travel option, it will take a bit longer, 70 to 80 minutes to get to Hoi An. The bus is well known as the yellow bus.
Bus services start at 5:30 in the morning and stop operating at 18:00, with a frequency of 1 bus every 20 minutes. For your convenience, you can use Google Maps and its schedule explorer to pinpoint the nearest bus stop near your stay and check out the Danang to Hoi An bus timetable.
The ticket for this Da Nang - Hoi An bus can be easily purchased on the bus but make sure to pay the right price: 25.000 VND (1$). If you are arriving from the airport this option will be less convenient because the nearest bus stop is around 3km away. It can also be a pain if you have plenty of luggage for you, but this option works well for backpackers.
Option 2: Private Car Transfer
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Journey Time: 45 min +
Cost involved: US $25- $80
Next you have the option of grabbing a private car transfer. These are especially convenient if you are travelling from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An or vice versa (from Hoi An to Danang Airport).
Your first option is to simply enquire at your hotel to see if they can pick you up. Once you have booked your stay in Hoi An, ask your hotel if they can arrange for a private car to pick you up. If they can, then you will want to give them your pickup address at the airport or wherever you are staying in Da Nang.
The cost of a private car can vary, so it is a little hard to figure out an exact budget, but this is the easiest way to travel from Da Nang to Hoi An or vice versa (from Hoi An to Da Nang).
Another option to use one of our favourite transfer companies. Blacklane transfers is available world wide and we have always found them to be professional, safe drivers. The cars are luxurious and super comfortable. If you don't mind paying a higher price tag, you can never go wrong with a Blacklane transfer. It is also a great way to build in some stops to visit some sites along the way. If you are traveling in a group or with your family, this will be the best way! In addition, a private car pickup is available at any time whereas taxis are more difficult to find during the quiet hours of the day.
Option 3: Taxi
Many locals and frequent travelers to the area consider a Da Nang to Hoi An taxi the easiest way to get to Hoi An from Da Nang. You won't have to make any prior arrangements since you can catch a taxi from city center or the airport. It is important to know though that the taxi drivers drive really fast and I would even go as far as to say that they are pretty crazy drivers! Often there won't be any seat belts in them either. For many solo travellers this might not be a problem, but for families, I'm sure you would invest a bit more money for a safer means of transfer!
A taxi from Danang Airport to Hoi An will take you around 30 - 45 minutes and will cost you from $15 to $23 USD. Make sure your driver is aware of where to take you to. Some of them may not be very familiar with the Hoi An area and they could end up driving in circles trying to find the destination.
There is a new service that recently launched at the Da Nang airport - Dichungtaxi (shared Taxi). By booking your taxi on their site, the system will send your booking information to drivers and have them pick you up. You can share the taxi with other people heading the same way by choosing the "share" option.
If not, you can always take the "private" taxi as usual. This new service is potentially cheaper than other normal options and can also help you avoid being scammed since their pricing is fixed based on the package you select. Shared taxis will be around 150.000 VND ($7) and the normal one will be 220.000 VND ($10).
Option 4: Motorbike
If you are truly the adventures type, then this last option will be perfect for you! Traveling by motorbike is the preferred option for most locals and is actually the most popular form of transportation in Vietnam.
If you choose this method, please be careful and make sure you have experience with driving a motorbike. Traffic in Vietnam is quite different from traffic in other countries; driving requires a special set of skills like situation awareness, good reflexes, excellent balance, and guts of steel. If you do not have this set of skills, do not take the risk.
There are 2 common types of motorbikes: manual and automatic transmission. Automatic bikes are the first choice for most travelers because they are easier to handle, especially in light of the slew of new traffic laws you must obey. Just turn the throttle and it will run.
However, if you also plan to visit other nice spots in the area including Son Tra peninsula or challenge yourself to Hai Van pass, then the manual bike will be more suitable since you can manually control the torque (force) which is essential to going uphill.
Here are some well-known bike rental shops in Da Nang city:Remember to check the bike carefully: tires, horn, brakes, and lights. If you have rented a manual bike, then also check the gear pedal. Make sure all functions are in good condition and take a photo of the shop, with contact and address, or take their business card with you in case something unexpected happens on the way and you need their assistance.
The average price for a bike rental is 130.000 VND ($6) per day. Some shops will give you a discount for a longer rental period. There are a few small shops that provide bike rentals for less than 130.000 VND per day but this is because they rent older motorbikes; make sure nothing is missing or wrong with the bike if you choose this option.
Truong Dat motorbike rental
Website: http://xemaychothuedanang.com/
Contact: Mr.Tuan: +84 969 722 744 or Mr. Hung: +84 969 822 844
Le Truong motorbike rental - My Khe Beach
Website: http://www.thuexemaydanang.net/
Contact: Mr. Thuan: +84 981 331 331
You will have to leave your ID or your passport - sometimes they allow a copy - at the rental shop in order to rent a motorbike and ensure the bike's safe return. You can either go directly to the shop to retrieve the bike or you can pay the shop extra money and they will bring it to your place.
- Which method did you choose to travel from Danang to Hoi An?
