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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.

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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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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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.

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Updated: June 2025