Da-nang to Hoi-an

The best way to transfer from Da Nang to Hoi An and vice versa is by hiring a private car. It’s quick, comfortable and convenient. Moreover, you can stop wherever you want on the way. If you have an accommodation arrangement in Hoi An, you can ask the hotel to send a car to pick you up from Da Nang. You must however be careful since these car drivers can be pretty rash in driving. It is best to organize for your private car trip beforehand to avoid last minute hassles. BlackLane transfers is one good private car service you can avail with air-conditioned cars and drivers who drive smoothly. It is slightly expensive but the comfort offered by them is definitely worth it.

The price of the private car ride can cost anything between VND 300,000 and VND 400,000 depending on whether you opt for a 4 – seater vehicle or a 7 – seater vehicle. This makes it a very expensive option if you are travelling alone. However, if you can share the ride, the price can be quite economical.

1. Via Lac Long Quan
2. Via Vo Chi Cong and Lac Long Quan
3. Via QL1A

All the above routes are approximately of the same length and on a normal day with usual traffic, it takes around 45 – 50 minutes. The route via QL1A is however slightly longer than the other two routes.

Grab is a very popular cab aggregator in Vietnam, so big that it has acquired the country’s chapter of Uber and has become almost a monopoly in the cab aggregator industry. To hire a Grab car, all you need is a mobile phone with internet and the Grab app on it. You can put in your pickup location and your destination and the car will be at your foot in a while. It’s super quick and super easy and hence a very popular option. There are various options to choose from among 4 seater vehicles and 7 seater vehicles.

Another option is the airport taxi. You do not have to make any prior arrangement for these taxis. All you have to do is hop into the car and hand over your destination address to the driver and allow him to take care of the rest. You must however be a little careful since not all drivers are aware of all the routes in the region and might get lost. Also, be aware of scammers. It is best to do your bit of research on good taxi companies and use only their service. The most recommended taxi services are Mai Linh Taxi and Vinasun Taxi.

One of the convenient and popular transfer services, the Hoi An Express Shuttle Service is also a safe travel option. The bus keeps waiting for you at the airport and the drivers drive smoothly and safely. The bus is air-conditioned and neatly maintained. They are also available in different sized vehicles according to your requirements. You could also opt for a shared van.

This bus departs from the Da Nang bus station which is located at 6, 3 Thang 2, Thuan Phuoc, Hai Chau, Đà Nẵng. You have to check how far it is from your hotel at Da Nang in which you are staying. This service is not a good option if you’re departing from the Da Nang airport itself.

The bus is air-conditioned and has very comfortable seats. You also get extra space to keep your luggage (something not available in the public bus). It is slightly more expensive than the public bus and the shuttle express, and the ride is a little longer too. If you have more time in your kitty, then the comfort this service offers is definitely worth the price.

This direct bus from Da Nang to Hoi An is also known as the yellow bus and has been launched by the government to encourage tourism. There are buses every 20 minutes starting at 5:30 am in the morning to 6 pm in the evening. The public bus is also a cheap option but the travel time is slightly longer. The charges are extra if you have luggage with you. This can be a problem if you have more luggage since there is not enough storage space for a lot of baggage. The public bus is hence a great option for backpackers.

You can use Google maps and its schedule explorer to find the nearest bus station near you and the bus timetable. The public bus is not a great idea if you are travelling from the airport as the nearest bus station is at least 3 km away from the airport.