How to go → DA NANG to HUE? ☀️

How to get from Da Nang to Hue by bus/train
How to get from Da Nang to Hue? You can travel by train, bus, van, car or you can rent a motorbike, book tickets to Hue online.

1. Train from Da Nang to Hue
2. Bus from Da Nang to Hue
3. Taxi from Da Nang to Hue
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Da Nang to Hue – The Best Ways to Travel:

From Da Nang to Hue you can travel by train, bus, van or private taxi.

    • Travel distance from Da Nang to Hue is about 100 km by land. There are 5 options how you can reach Hue from Da Nang to Hue – travel by tourist bus, train, private car, sightseeing flight or motorbike. The most popular transfer option from Da Nang to Hue is to travel by train of Vietnam Railway, tourist bus/minivan or private taxi/car. The best way how to get from Da Nang to Hue is to travel by train or bus, it is only about 100 km and train/bus tickets are cheap. Train tickets to Hue cost about $3-8/pp and bus tickets about $6-14/pp.
    • You can also travel by private taxi/car to Hue from Da Nang, you can book private minivan or comfortable modern car. It is the most expensive option of transfer, it costs about $35-150/car, but the most comfortable. The most experienced motorbike drivers can also travel on motorbike (IDP necessary). It is really a good experience to travel by train in Vietnam, mainly in central coast. About 20 km from Da Nang City you can travel also on a motorbike through the Hai Van Pass. Hue and surrounding has a wide range of accommodation facilities. Book your train/bus tickets from Da Nang to Hue easily online. From Hue you can continue to Phong Nha-Ke Bang in Dong Hoi Province.

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    • Hue (Huế) Lots of historical monuments, beaches and intersting landscape. Hue is in central Vietnam (Thừa Thiên-Huế province) is connected to the imperial Nguyễn Dynasty, based in Hue, who ruled from 1802 to 1945, when the Emperor Bao Dai abdicated in favor of Ho Chi Minh’s revolutionary government. Hue has a rich history and it is the former imperial capital. Hué is the only Vietnamese city where the entire royal complex of castles, palaces and royal tombs has remained intact. In 1993, these monuments were inscribed on the UNESCO list of cultural monuments. Visitors go to Hué mainly for its sights, for the tombs of the Nguyen dynasty, for the citadel and for the beautiful pagodas. Once every two years, a May city festival with international participation is held here. Before you arrive to Hue, you should also read this article: Weather in Hue.
    • The best transport through the city is on bicycles, on which you can easily get to the tombs of the imperial dynasty, which lies behind the city. Hue has also the international airport, so it is not a problem to visit this place by daily flight from Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City. Read the instructions how you can reach Hue from Da Nang below in this article and book your tickets online. From Hue you can also travel by train, bus or plane – direct flight to Hanoi – the capital of Vietnam and the most important transport hub in the north of Vietnam.
Transfer Mode – Da Nang to Hue: Travel Time Cost Range
Train by Vietnam Railways 2.5 – 3 hours $2-8/pp
Tourist Bus / Van / Minibus 2 – 3 hours $6-14/pp
Private Taxi / Car 1.5 – 3 hours $35-150/car

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How do I get from Da Nang to Hue?


1. TRAIN from Da Nang to Hue

The most used and cheapest transport option from Da Nang to Hue is by Vietnam Railways train. If you choose a train travel for your trip, you will have a wonderful and unforgettable scenic drive through the popular Hai Van Pass. Hai Van Pass is a beautiful stretch of coast from where you can see beaches or bays from a high altitude and through which trains go, and this pass also has historical significance.

It is one of the most visited points of interest in the Da Nang area. When traveling by train from Da Nang to Hue, it is advisable to choose a seat on the right side of the train, where you can see the ocean and bays. In this area of central Vietnam, there are approximately 6-8 trains of the Vietnam Railways every day, which have seats as well as sleeping beds.

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Comfortable seats are the cheapest option of train transport and the train journey from Da Nang to Hue costs $3-8/pp (soft seat, sleeper), if you are traveling in a low-cost style, then the seats are absolutely sufficient. Additionally, the train journey from Da Nang to Hue is approximately 2.5-3 hours, so sleeping berths are not really necessary.

And it is probably not good to sleep, but rather to observe the beautiful coastal passage of Hai Van Pass through which you will travel by train. Both Da Nang train station and Hue train station are well located a short distance from the city center (see Vietnam railway map), so you have everything within easy reach, restaurants, accommodation and other attractions of the given cities.

Train tickets from Da Nang to Hue can again be easily searched and booked online, even in advance. And it is not necessary to print them, Vietnam Railways also accepts tickets as e-tickets on mobile phones. Also, always read carefully all additional instructions and conditions of the train transfer.

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From Da Nang to Hue you can travel by train of Vietnam Railways, it is the most cheapest option of transfer (photo: Baolau).


2. BUS / VAN from Da Nang to Hue

Another popular low-cost option to get to Hue from Da Nang is to travel by bus or minivan, minibus for more people. This option is also popular because there are a lot of buses or private minibuses that run between the cities and they leave from different places and also arrive at different places.

The advantage can therefore be a specific route where you are headed and where, for example, trains do not run. Some of the private companies you can use from Da Nang to Hue are Techbus VN, Vietnam Explore Travel, April Adventure, Hanh Cafe, Hoang Long, Hoi An Express, Hoang Duc Limousine, Huong Giang Limousine, Dong Han Limousine, Ray Limousine, Futabus – Phuong Trang.

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All these companies will offer you modern and very comfortable buses, or rather minibuses, which are also suitable for groups of passengers and the fare is adequate to the comfort offered. Bus tickets to Hue from Da Nang cost around $6-14/pp, sleeper larger buses are usually cheaper, very modern to luxury minibuses are a bit more expensive.

Some companies, such as Viet Nam Travel Bus, also offer transfers such as minibuses or minivans from Da Nang Airport to Hue, which some travelers can use. Buses and minibuses arrive at various locations in Hue, you will see this information about departures, arrivals and other information when ordering tickets, so read everything carefully to avoid complications.

Always arrive at the place of departure well in advance, at least 30-60 minutes. It should also be taken into account that exact times may not be followed and bus delays are common in Vietnam. Traveling by minibus or minivan is a convenient and fast transport option that every traveler can use.

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Bus of Techbus VN and Dong Hanh Limousine from Da Nang to Hue (photo: 12go.asia)


3. TAXI / PRIVATE CAR from Da Nang to Hue

The most convenient and fastest way to travel from Da Nang to Hue is by private taxi, car with driver. If you are traveling in Vietnam in a low-cost style, then this option is probably not suitable for you, the price for the transfer is of course higher than, for example, by bus.

Several private companies offer a variety of modern cars or SUVs, Jeeps or minibuses and minivans for booking and transportation from Da Nang to Hue. Some of these companies are, for example, Saigon DMC, Mui Ne Sky Travel, April Adventure, Huracars, Ouros Travel, Viet Technology Travel, Samtour, Dichung Taxi, Coco VIP Limousine or others, and with these you can book a car online even in advance.

A private car/taxi from Da Nang to Hue is the fastest transport option, the trip takes 1.5-2.5 hours on average, depending on where you want to leave and where you want to arrive. The time also depends on the type of car, some smaller cars can be faster than e.g. minibuses or minivans.

The price of transportation with a private car from Da Nang to Hue also depends on the type of car, it ranges from $35-150/car, modern minivans for more people are usually more expensive. The advantage of this transport is also the possibility of transport from Da Nang airport to Hue in central Vietnam, some companies also operate from there and the journey time can be approx. 2-3 hours.

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From Da Nang to Hue you can also travel by private taxi/car (photo: 12go.asia).


4. Travel by MOTORBIKE from Da Nang to Hue

A very popular transport option to Hue from the city of Da Nang for foreign tourists is also a trip on a motorbike or scooter. However, this method has its advantages and disadvantages. A disadvantage may be the fact that you must have an International Driving Permit with a valid license for the motorcycle you wish to drive.

It is necessary to drive a motorcycle in Vietnam. You should also have some experience driving motorbikes elsewhere in Asia, as the traffic in Vietnam can also be a bit unusual for foreign tourists. Drivers often do not follow traffic regulations, and sometimes there is more traffic on the roads, especially in city centers.

On the other hand, a motorbike will give you freedom of movement and you can go to places you normally can’t get to by bus, or you can stop wherever you want. And, for example, there will be several such options in the Hai Van pass, because many travelers pass the pass on a motorcycle just to see something and be able to stop.

The trip from Da Nang to Hue by motorbike can take you around 3-4 hours even with shorter stops, but it depends on how fast you go and on your driving skills. It is definitely recommended to ride the motorbike through the Hai Van pass carefully, rather more slowly and with great caution.

In Da Nang, you can rent a motorbike from some rental companies, some agencies also offer motorbike tours in these places. A motorbike trip to Hue can be the perfect diversion, but it’s not for every traveller.

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5. Travel by plane from Da Nang to Hue

A very attractive way of transportation from Da Nang to Hue can be a transfer by sightseeing plane. This area is particularly interesting as you will see a number of attractions and historical sites in Hue, the coast, bays and Hai Van Pass. These Cessna Grand Caravan 208B-EX sightseeing and charter flights from Da Nang to Hue are operated by Hai Au Aviation. The flight time of this sightseeing plane is approximately 40 minutes and flights are operated from Da Nang Airport to Phu Bai Airport in Hue. You can also book this sightseeing flight online.


6. Book a Private Tour + Tickets in Hue

If you would like to search and book a trip, tourist activity or tickets to attractions in Hue or Da Nang, you can use the perfect Klook platform. This platform will also offer you a number of interesting tourist activities, trips and/or transfers in the surrounding area in Hue. Most of these tours and activities are offered by local guides who know the area and often speak English. On the platform you will also find other activities and trips from other popular areas in Vietnam.

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With Klook you can book various private tours and tickets for tourist attractions in Hue easily online.

FAQ + Travel tips – Travel route from Da Nang to Hue:

1. How to book and buy bus or train tickets from Da Nang to Hue?

2. How long does it take to get from Da Nang to Hue?

    • Travel by train from Da Nang to Hue takes about 2.5-3 hours.
    • Travel by bus/van/minibus from Da Nang to Hue takes about 3-4 hours.
    • Travel by taxi/private car from Da Nang to Hue takes about 1.5-3 hours.
    • Travel by plane of Hai Au Aviation from Da Nang to Hue takes about 40 minutes.

3. What is the travel distance from Da Nang to Hue?

    • Travel distance from Da Nang to Hue is about 100 km by train or bus/van.

4. How much does it cost to travel from Da Nang to Hue?

    • Travel by train from Da Nang to Hue costs about $3-8/pp (hard, soft seat).
    • Travel by bus/van from Da Nang to Hue costs about $6-14/pp.
    • Travel by taxi/private car from Da Nang to Hue costs about $35-95/car.
    • Travel by plane of Hai Au Aviation from Da Nang to Hue costs about $155/pp.

5. Is it possible to travel from Da Nang to Hue by van?

    • Yes it is possible to travel by van. A good way of transport if you are traveling in a group of people. You can use eg. Hoi An Express, search and book tickets on Baolau.

6. Which side in the train from Da Nang to Hue to book?

    • If you want to see amazing sceneries from the train you have to book some seats on the right side in the train.

7. Is it possible to travel from Da Nang to Hue by plane?

    • Yes it is possible to travel by plane of Hai Au Aviation (Seaplanes) – Cessna Grand Caravan 208B-EX.

8. What is the cheapest way of transport from Da Nang to Hue?

    • The cheapest way of transport from Da Nang to Hue is to travel by train – you can book hard seat for about $3/pp.

9. Which bus companies serve the route from Da Nang to Hue?

    • There are various bus companies to Hue from Da Nang in central Vietnam: The Sinh Touist, Hoang Long, Hoi An Express, Hanh Cafe, Hue Tourist.

10. Where to travel from Hue? What you should not miss?

    • If you travel to the north of Vietnam, you should not miss Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park. You can travel from Hue to Phong Nha-Ke Bang by bus or by train+bus (over Dong Hoi). From Dong Hoi you can also travel by train to Ninh Binh. You can also travel to northern Vietnam – by train/bus from Hue to Hanoi.

11. Which beaches can you visit in central Vietnam?

    • Central Vietnam is known for its stunning coastline and beautiful beaches. The best places for visit these beaches are in Cam Ranh coast, Nha Trang area, Quy Nhon or Hue. Read this article: The Best Beaches in Central Vietnam.

12. How to travel solo in Vietnam?

    • Discover the wonders of solo travel in Vietnam as you explore ancient temples, cruise through scenic landscapes or karst sceneries, hike various national parks and ethnic villages and connect with the warm-hearted locals, creating a personalized journey of cultural immersion and breathtaking experiences.

13. What is the weather in Vietnam and what to expect?

    • Weather in Vietnam varies with a tropical climate featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. In the north, the dry season (October to April) brings cooler temperatures, while the wet season (May to September) is marked by higher humidity and heavy rainfall. Central Vietnam experiences a dry period (January to August) with lower humidity and a wet season (September to December) characterized by increased rainfall. In southern Vietnam, the dry season (December to April) offers warm temperatures, while the wet season (May to November) brings higher humidity and occasional heavy rainfall. For accurate information, check local forecasts.

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🚆 Train from Da Nang to Hue + Schedule / Timetable + Train Tickets:

Train Schedule - Da Nang to Hue

Departs in Da Nang

Arrival in Hue

Train Ticket

Train SE2 (seats, sleeper)

13:55

16:19

From $3.00

Train SE8 (seats, sleeper)

00:56

03:28

From $3.00

Train SE4 (seats, sleeper)

12:57

15:27

From $3.00

Train SE12 (seats, sleeper)

15:43

18:23

From $4.00

Train SE20 (seats, sleeper)

18:05

20:36

From $7.00

Train SE6 (seats, sleeper)

10:30

13:38

From $3.70

Train HÐ4 (seats, sleeper)

14:50

17:50

From $7.00

Train SE10 (seats, sleeper)

09:04

12:37

From $3.00

Train HÐ2 (seats, sleeper)

07:50

11:10

From $7.00

Train SE18 (seats, sleeper)

19:25

22:08

From $4.00

Laman Express SE2 (sleeper)

18:05

20:36

From $15.00

Violette Train SE2 (sleeper)

13:55

16:19

From $34.20

Violette Train SE4 (sleeper)

12:57

15:27

From $34.00


🚍 Bus from Da Nang to Hue + Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:

Bus Schedule - Da Nang to Hue

Departure in Da Nang

Arrival in Hue

Bus Ticket

Techbus VN

06:45

09:15

From $11.00

Techbus VN

07:45

10:15

From $11.00

Techbus VN

08:45

11:15

From $11.00

Techbus VN

09:45

12:15

From $11.00

Techbus VN

10:45

13:15

From $11.00

Techbus VN

11:45

14:15

From $11.00

Techbus VN

13:30

17:10

From $11.00

Techbus VN

14:00

17:40

From $11.00

Hanh Café

09:00

12:00

From $5.00

Hanh Café

14:30

17:30

From $5.00

Hue Tourist

08:00

11:10

From $10.00

Hue Tourist

15:00

17:20

From $8.00

Hoi An Express

08:00

11:30

From $10.80

Hoi An Express

15:30

17:45

From $10.80

HAV Limousine

07:00

09:15

From $7.00

HAV Limousine

10:30

12:45

From $7.00

HAV Limousine

12:30

14:45

From $7.00

HAV Limousine

14:00

16:15

From $7.00

HAV Limousine

16:00

18:15

From $7.00

HAV Limousine

18:00

20:15

From $7.00

HAV Limousine

19:30

21:45

From $7.00

Dong Hanh

07:45

10:15

From $9.60

Dong Hanh

09:15

11:45

From $9.60

Dong Hanh

11:45

14:15

From $9.60

Dong Hanh

13:15

15:45

From $9.60

Dong Hanh

15:45

18:15

From $9.60

Dong Hanh

17:15

19:45

From $9.60

Hoang Duc Limousine

07:00

09:30

From $9.00

Hoang Duc Limousine

08:30

11:00

From $9.00

Hoang Duc Limousine

10:30

13:00

From $9.00

Hoang Duc Limousine

12:00

14:30

From $9.00

Hoang Duc Limousine

14:00

16:30

From $9.00

Hoang Duc Limousine

15:30

18:00

From $9.00

Hoang Duc Limousine

17:30

20:00

From $9.00

Hoang Duc Limousine

19:30

21:30

From $9.00

Huong Giang Limousine

08:00

10:00

From $9.00

Huong Giang Limousine

12:00

14:00

From $9.00

Huong Giang Limousine

13:00

15:00

From $9.00

Huong Giang Limousine

14:30

16:30

From $9.00

Huong Giang Limousine

17:30

19:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

05:00

07:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

06:00

08:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

07:00

09:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

08:00

10:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

09:00

11:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

10:00

12:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

11:00

13:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

12:00

14:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

13:00

15:30

From $9.00

Vietnam Explore Travel

14:00

16:30

From $9.00


🚕 Taxi from Da Nang to Hue + Schedule / Timetable + Fares:

Taxi Schedule - Da Nang to Hue

Departure in Da Nang

Travel Time

Price (Car)

Saigon DMC

Any Time

01:45

From $59.00

Saigon DMC

Any Time

01:05

From $59.00

Mui Ne Sky Travel

Any Time

01:50

From $60.00

Mui Ne Sky Travel

Any Time

01:50

From $69.00

Mui Ne Sky Travel

Any Time

01:50

From $106.00

April Adventure

Any Time

02:00

From $82.00

Huracars

Any Time

01:20

From $48.00

VTS Taxi

Any Time

01:20

From $60.00

VTS Taxi

Any Time

01:20

From $64.00

VTS Taxi

Any Time

01:20

From $111.00

Ouros Travel

Any Time

02:00

From $60.00

Ouros Travel

Any Time

01:30

From $61.00

Ouros Travel

Any Time

01:40

From $63.00

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