Flight + transfer (via Da Nang)
Fastest and most convenient way to reach Hoi An
Sleeper bus
Cheapest option with direct overnight travel
Train + bus
Scenic route via Nha Trang with a transfer
Motorbike
Extremely long and demanding ride for most travelers
Quick answer: Traveling from Da Lat to Hoi An is possible by sleeper bus, flight + transfer via Da Nang, train + bus or private car. Flights to Da Nang are the fastest option, while sleeper buses are the cheapest and most popular choice for budget travelers.
At a glance:
- 📍 Distance: About 650 km by land.
- ⏱️ Travel time: Sleeper bus 15–17 h | Flight + transfer 3–4 h | Train + bus about 17 h.
- 💰 Prices: Bus from US$18/pp | Flight + transfer from US$120/pp.
- ✈️ Best option: Flight to Da Nang + transfer to Hoi An.
- 🚍 Cheapest option: Overnight sleeper tourist bus.
- 🚕 Private transfer: Comfortable option for groups and families.
Last updated in March 2026
From Da Lat to Hoi An you can travel by plane, bus, train or private car.
- Travel distance from Da Lat to Hoi An is about 650 km by land. The cheapest option is a sleeper tourist bus, while flights to Da Nang are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel.
- You can also travel by bus + train via Nha Trang and Da Nang. From Da Nang Airport or city center, Hoi An is only about 1.5 hours away by bus, van or taxi.
- Hoi An is one of the most popular destinations in central Vietnam, known for its old town, beaches and historic atmosphere. From Hoi An you can continue to Hanoi or Ninh Binh.
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Travel distance from Da Lat to Hoi An is about 650 km by land.
- Hoi An is located near Da Nang and is easily accessible by bus or taxi. Both Da Lat and Da Nang have airports with direct flight connections. From Hoi An you can also travel to other destinations in central and northern Vietnam.
| Transfer Mode – Da Lat to Hoi An | Travel Time | Cost Range |
|---|---|---|
| Tourist Bus | 12–15 hours | $18 – $40 |
| Plane + Bus (via Da Nang) | 3–4 hours | $120+ |
| Bus + Train (via Nha Trang, Da Nang) | 17 hours | $25+ |
| Private Car / Taxi (SUV, Minivan) | 12 hours | $325–$500 per car |
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How do I get from Da Lat to Hoi An?
1. FLIGHT + BUS from Da Lat to Hoi An
👉 Fastest and most convenient flight + bus transfer from Da Lat to Hoi An via Da Nang.
- ✔️ Good for: travelers who want to save time and travel comfortably
- ✔️ Duration: ~3–5 hours total (flight + transfer)
- ✔️ Price: $65–140 per person (total)
- ✔️ Comfort: high (flight + modern minibus or private transfer)
- ✅ Best option: Direct flight to Da Nang + minivan or taxi to Hoi An
- 💡 Tip: Book flight and transfer ahead and check timing for a smooth connection.
- ⭐ Extra tip: Compare flights online in advance to get the best price and departure time.
The fastest and most comfortable way to travel from Da Lat to Hoi An is by direct flight to Da Nang and then by bus, minivan or taxi to Hoi An. The nearest airport to Hoi An is Da Nang International Airport, about 30 km from Hoi An.
Direct flights from Da Lat (Lien Khuong Airport) to Da Nang take about 1.5 hour and cost about $60–130/pp. Flights are operated mainly by Vietnam Airlines and Bamboo Airways. From Da Nang Airport you can continue by shuttle bus, minivan or private taxi directly to Hoi An.
There are many direct transfers from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An. Travel time is about 1–1.5 hours and tickets cost about $5–10/pp. Private taxis are also available and can take you directly to your hotel in Hoi An.
2. BUS from Da Lat to Hoi An (or Da Nang)
👉 Cheapest sleeper bus from Da Lat to Hoi An, but long and less comfortable journey.
- ✔️ Good for: budget travelers and overnight transfers
- ✔️ Duration: ~12–15 hours
- ✔️ Price: $18–40 per person
- ✔️ Comfort: low to medium (long-distance sleeper buses)
- ✅ Best option: Sleeper bus with companies like Futabus or Hanh Café
- 💡 Tip: Expect stops and consider buses to Da Nang with a short transfer.
- ⭐ Extra tip: Book online early to secure better seats, especially on night buses.
The cheapest transport option, which is also suitable for low-cost travelers from Da Lat to Hoi An or Da Nang, is a sleeper bus. It must be emphasized that even sleeper buses may not be very comfortable for such a long journey, but if you are dealing with the budget of your trip, there is no other even cheaper transport option.
There are various sleeper buses from Da Lat to Hoi An from different companies such as Viet Nam Travel Bus, An Phu Travel, Techubs VN, Duc Duong Bus, Grouptour, Hanh Café, Phuong Trang – Futabus, The Queen Tourist, HT Travel, HM Happycar, Than Kim Chi or Thanh Thuy Da Lat and the journey time is approx. 12-15 hours. That being said, the sleeper bus is the cheapest option to get to Hoi An and bus tickets cost an average of $18-40/pp, depending on the type of bus you choose.
A little older, but also very new sleeper buses can go to Hoi An or the city of Da Nang. Please note that additional stops are made during the journey, so the travel time must also be taken as an approximation. Most of these buses often continue to other places in central Vietnam, some also go to the city of Da Nang, for example, and from there you have to travel by another bus or another private transfer to Hoi An.
Sleeper buses depart from various locations in Da Lat and also arrive at various locations or stops in Hoi An, you will always see this information when ordering tickets online. Most of these buses leave in the afternoon, go overnight and you will arrive in Hoi An the next morning or early morning, and can travel around 40 passengers in each bus. Bus tickets from Da Lat to Hoi An are easy to find and buy online in advance.
| Bus Company | Departs in Da Lat | Arrival in Hoi An |
|---|---|---|
| An Phu Travel | 17:30 | 06:30 |
| The Queen Tourist | 18:30 | 07:00 |
| An Phu Hoi An Travel | 13:30 | 02:30 |
| An Phu Hoi An Travel | 15:00 | 04:00 |
| An Phu Hoi An Travel | 17:30 | 06:30 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 14:00 | 01:00 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 17:30 | 06:00 |
| Hoang Minh | 10:00 | 22:30 |
| HM Happycar | 10:00 | 22:30 |
| HT Travel | 10:15 | 23:15 |
| HT Travel | 16:45 | 06:15 |
| Asian Bus Travel | 10:15 | 23:15 |
3. BUS + TRAIN + BUS from Da Lat to Hoi An
👉 Scenic multi-step journey from Da Lat to Hoi An via Nha Trang and Da Nang, ideal for stopovers.
- ✔️ Good for: travelers who want to explore Nha Trang and Da Nang along the way
- ✔️ Duration: ~15–20 hours total (bus + train + bus)
- ✔️ Price: $20–70 per person (total)
- ✔️ Comfort: medium (bus/minivan + train sleeper options)
- ✅ Best option: Bus to Nha Trang + sleeper train to Da Nang + minivan to Hoi An
- 💡 Tip: Break the trip with an overnight stay for a more comfortable journey.
- ⭐ Extra tip: Book each segment online in advance to align schedules and avoid long waits.
Another way of traveling to Hoi An from Da Lat, which has 3 steps, is to travel by bus and train via Nha Trang and Da Nang city. This is a suitable choice for low-cost travelers who want to visit Nha Trang and Da Nang on the way, and then transfer to Hoi An from Da Nang.
There is no direct railway from Da Lat to Da Nang, so if you would like to go by train to Da Nang, you have to take a bus or other private transfer to Nha Trang first, which is approximately 140 km. There are various private bus companies and carriers operating from Da Lat to Nha Trang such as Phuong Trang, Cat Thien Hai Travel, iHome Transfer, Techbus VN, Khanh Phong, Minh Tri Limousine and Hanh Café.
These carriers offer a variety of modern minibuses, buses or minivans and the journey from Da Lat to Nha Trang takes approximately 4 hours, tickets for these minibuses and buses cost an average of $7-14/pp. Minibuses arrive at various locations in Nha Trang, but it’s no problem to transfer afterwards to the train station in the city center and continue your journey by train to Da Nang.
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From Nha Trang to Da Nang, several Vietnam Railways trains depart every day, as well as tourist comfort sleeper trains such as Violette Express Train, Livitrans Express. Since this is a journey that takes approximately 9-11 hours, it is advisable to choose a sleeping bed where you can rest a little.
Vietnam Railways trains offer cabins for 4-6 passengers with these beds, tourist trains have cabins with sleeping beds mostly for 4 passengers, exceptionally for 2 people. You pay an average of $12-50/pp (seats or beds) for train tickets from Nha Trang to Da Nang, tourist sleeper trains are usually a bit more expensive than regular trains.
Trains arrive at Da Nang Railway Station and from there or from the city center you can continue by tourist bus / minivan or other private transfer like Grab, to Hoi An.
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The last, i.e. the 3rd step of your trip will be the transfer from Da Nang to Hoi An. It is a short transfer, the city of Hoi An is approximately 25 km from the center of Da Nang, and there are many buses, private minibuses, minivans or private cars, taxis or Grab. Some companies you can use for transportation are Barri Ann Travel, April Adventure, Techbus VN, Queen Cafe, Hoi An Express and more.
The travel time by bus or private transfer from Da Nang to Hoi An is approximately 1-1.5 hours, depending on the specific transport company and possibly the traffic situation between the cities. But usually the bus transfer is also problem-free and without delays.
Renting motorbikes is also a popular choice among travelers, but you must have an international driver’s license with a valid motorbike license if you want to ride a motorbike in Vietnam. You can find tickets for all the above transfers to Hoi An easily online and in advance. Always read carefully all other instructions related to transfers and tickets.
4. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Da Lat to Hoi An
👉 Most comfortable long-distance private car from Da Lat to Hoi An, ideal for groups.
- ✔️ Good for: groups or travelers seeking privacy and door-to-door service
- ✔️ Duration: ~12 hours
- ✔️ Price: $325–500 per car
- ✔️ Comfort: high (modern air-conditioned cars, SUVs or minivans)
- ✅ Best option: Private car with companies like Mui Ne Sky Travel or Mui Ne Go Travel
- 💡 Tip: Split the cost among passengers to make it more affordable.
- ⭐ Extra tip: Book in advance and confirm rest stops or driver change for long trips.
The last and at the same time the most expensive transport option from Da Lat to Hoi An is a private car / taxi with a driver. If you are traveling in a group of several people, e.g. 3-11 people, you can book a private SUV type car for 4 people or a comfortable minivan for up to 11 people.
It can be a suitable transfer option for those who don’t mind the travel budget and want to see Vietnam from the road. The company that operates private cars from Da Lat to Hoi An – Mui Ne Sky Travel, Mui Ne Go Travel or Mui Ne Private Car will offer you comfortable modern air-conditioned cars in the price range of $325-500/car.
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If you drive such a private car from Da Lat to Hoi An, the journey will take approximately 12 hours, it may vary depending on the traffic on the roads. The advantage is that you can use these private cars to depart from your chosen location in Da Lat and arrive in Hoi An to your desired location as well. When reserving your car to Hoi An, always carefully read the conditions and instructions for this trip provided by the company.
| Taxi Service | Travel Time | Price (Car) |
|---|---|---|
| Mui Ne Private Car | 11:00 | From $330.00 / Sedan 3pax |
| Mui Ne Private Car | 11:00 | From $335.00 / SUV 4pax |
| Mui Ne Private Car | 11:00 | From $400.00 / Deluxe Minivan 6pax |
| Mui Ne Private Car | 11:00 | From $450.00 / Minibus 14pax |
| Mui Ne Private Car | 11:00 | From $490.00 / Limousine 9pax |
| Mui Ne Go Travel | 12:00 | From $330.00 / SUV 4pax |
| Mui Ne Go Travel | 12:00 | From $420.00 / Van 11pax |
| Mui Ne Sky Travel | 12:00 | From $420.00 / Limousine 11pax |
| Mui Ne Sky Travel | 12:00 | From $340.00 / SUV 4pax |
❓ FAQ + Tips – Travel from Da Lat to Hoi An (Da Nang):
How to book tickets or flights from Da Lat to Hoi An?
You can book tickets and flights on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
How long does it take to travel from Da Lat to Hoi An?
Sleeper buses take about 15–17 hours. Flights via Da Nang take about 3–4 hours.
What is the distance from Da Lat to Hoi An?
The travel distance is about 650 km by land.
How much does transport from Da Lat to Hoi An cost?
Bus tickets cost about $18–40/pp. Flights via Da Nang cost about $120+/pp.
What is the best transport option?
The fastest and most comfortable option is a direct flight to Da Nang and transfer to Hoi An.
What is the cheapest way to travel?
The cheapest option is an overnight sleeper tourist bus.
Is there a train from Da Lat to Hoi An?
No, there is no direct train. You can travel by train via Nha Trang and Da Nang.
Is there an airport in Hoi An?
No, the closest airport is Da Nang International Airport, about 30 km from Hoi An.
How to get from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An?
You can travel by shuttle bus or taxi from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An.
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Practical Travel Tips for Da Lat to Hoi An
Traveling from Da Lat to Hoi An is a long-distance route in Vietnam. You can travel by sleeper bus, train + bus via Nha Trang or Da Nang, or direct flight to Da Nang.
- Best Option: Flights to Da Nang are the fastest and most comfortable choice.
- Sleeper Buses: Overnight buses are the cheapest direct transport option.
- Train Transfer: You can travel by bus to Nha Trang and continue by train to Da Nang.
- Start Early: Morning departures usually offer smoother transfers and fewer delays.
- Bring Essentials: Pack water, snacks, chargers and valuables in a small backpack.
- Book Early: Flights and sleeper buses can sell out during holidays and weekends.
Tip: Bus, train and flight tickets can be searched and booked online in advance.