How to Get to Hoi An from Da Nang Airport?

Da Nang is the gateway to Hoi An old town, especially if you are traveling from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Because the two towns are closely connected, getting from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An is absolutely simple. In this article, we will figure out the three common and convenient options for transferring. 

Because Hoi An and Da Nang are so near together, there is a wide range of transportation options connecting the two cities. While we're focusing on getting to the airport here, the same methods can be utilized to visit the city itself — just get off a little early! The voyage can, of course, be completed in the reverse direction, with the same travel connections. Take a look at our guide to the most effective methods of transportation and prices. 

Hoi An is around 40 kilometres from Da Nang, and the airport is about 2 kilometres from the city centre. Although it is possible to travel from Hoi An to Da Nang in around 40 minutes, it is advised to allow 1 hour and 30 minutes in case of severe traffic.

3 best ways to travel from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An

There are many ways to get to Hoi An from Da Nang Airport that suitable for each type of traveller. Below are the three most common options:

1. Bus

Taking a local bus between Hoi An and Da Nang is by far the most cost-effective mode of transportation and the perfect travel option for budget travellers. If you're going alone or in a small group with limited luggage, you can save a lot of money.                                                                                                                                                              

The bus has an outstanding yellow colour and you will need route Number 1.  You can use Google maps as it is a convenient way to find bus stops and check bus times. The bus operating hours are from 5:30 AM to 5:50 PM and the bus leaves from Da Nang Central Bus Station every 20 minutes. Travelling by bus normally takes about 1 hour to 1.5 hours, depending on the traffic circumstances. You can pay the ticket onboard and the fare is about 20,000 VND ($0.9).

The disadvantage of travelling by bus is this will also take longer than taking a taxi or using a private car. Not to mention, the local bus does not have a luggage compartment to store your baggage, especially it’s not so convenient for travellers who have big suitcases. Additionally, the local bus operating Da Nang - Hoi An route departing from Da Nang central bus station which located 3km (2 miles) away from the airport. Therefore, you will have to take a taxi or a motorbike taxi and pay a small fee of approximately 60,000 VND ($2.6). 

When you arrive at Hoi An, the bus stop is 2 kilometres from the Old Town. It will take about 20 minutes walking to the centre or 10 minutes driving. Taxis and motorbike taxis will be available to transfer you to your accommodations in Hoi An. 

Besides the local bus, you can also consider taking an airport shuttle bus. For those travelling light, the Express Shuttle is a fantastic, low-cost from Da Nang airport to Hoi An Old Town. Hoi An Express is a shared service that runs from early in the morning until late in the evening. The van picks you up from the airport and drops you off right at your hotel door in Hoi An. An airport transfer shuttle must be scheduled in advance and it is a popular choice, so don't wait until the last minute to book it! Arriving at Da Nang airport, you will see your driver waiting for you with a piece of paper that has your name on it. The airport shuttle bus costs about 140,000 VND ($ 6.08) and the travelling time will be quicker (for about 45 minutes). Even though, you might have to wait a little bit for them to fill up the bus or other travellers that arrive later. 

2. Taxi 

There’s a vast choice of taxis available when travelling from Da Nang airport to Hoi An, or vice versa. When walking out of the airport, you will see a lot of taxis waiting to serve you. All taxis should run a meter so be sure to ask them to use this so you know that you are paying a fair rate. If they refuse just find another taxi, it shouldn’t take long to find another one. 

It is ideal to go with reputable taxi companies for instance: Mai Linh Taxi, VinaSun Da Nang Taxi, or Tien Sa Taxi. These are the most popular brands that operate across the country as well as in between these cities. 

• Mai Linh Taxi – They are the largest and most reputable firm, and their green vehicles can be seen everywhere. They have their own app through which you may book cars, though you don’t need to use the app, it will provide you with a cost estimate. 
• VeraSun Taxi – White cars with a logo that shows red and green arrows in a circle.
• Tien Sa Taxi - A local taxi company using yellow cabs and the drivers also wear a yellow shirt so it is easy to spot them among others. 

The journey by taxi takes around 45 to 60 minutes and will cost you from 350,000 VND ($15) to 650,000 VND ($23) (depending on traffic conditions and where your hotel is located). 

On the other hand, you can choose a Grab taxi to get to Hoi An. Grab is well-known and trustworthy to travel with. You'll be informed ahead of time how long you'll have to wait and how much it will cost. Connecting a debit or credit card to your account will get you an even cheaper fare than using cash. Simply connect to wifi at the airport, download the app and you are on the way. 

3. Private car

Traveling from Da Nang airport to Hoi An on a private vehicle is probably the quickest, easiest, and most comfortable option to choose. It is simple to organize a direct transfer not only from the airport but also from the train station, or your hotel in Da Nang to your desired location in Hoi An. This makes it great for families or anyone with a lot of luggage who doesn't want to waste time looking for the appropriate bus stop.

You can schedule and pay for a private car ahead of time, so you will not have to worry about unexpectedly rip-off, explaining where you're going, or finding the exact change. In addition, when making a reservation, you can choose the car size that best suits the number people of in your group as well as the type of vehicle you prefer. Also, if you want to stop by some tourist attractions along the way such as the Marble Mountains or Linh Ung Pagoda, they can arrange for you for a small fee. The surcharge is varied depending on the type of car and place you would like to visit.

This is possibly the most expensive way to get to Hoi An from Da Nang airport. The price depends on the size of your group and what type the car is. Normally, renting a 4 seater car costs about 250,000 VND ($11); the fee for a 7 seater car is 350,000 VND ($15) and a 12 seater car is around 460,000 VND ($20). 

Tips to get from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An

• The local public bus does not have air conditioning and it is quite small so it will be hot and tiring if you travel during the summertime. Besides, remember to have cash available to pay for the bus ride fare and it is ideal to have a small note or exact note, so they can have enough change to give you back. 
• Public transportation will be unavailable after 6:00 PM  so if you are going to arrive late at night, you should plan ahead and choose another way of transferring. 
• Taking the bus to get to Hoi An is the cheapest way yet It is not such a good option if you are travelling from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An as the nearest bus stop is far away. We recommend getting a private transfer or taxi if you are travelling in a group or with family. 
• Grab Taxi is convenient to travel to yet you have to walk outside of the airport as they are not alow to drive in and park for a long time. Also, double-check the plate number if it is correctly shown in the app before getting in. 

Hopefully, this article will help you to have a better idea of how to travel from Da Nang airport to Hoi An and it becomes handy when you are planning your way to get to the lovely ancient town. Visit BestPrice Travel's website and let our expert local guide show you around this vivacious nation so you can see the real Vietnam.

Minah Trinh 

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