2. Flight – Hanoi to Da Nang
3. Bus – Hanoi to Da Nang
4. Taxi – Hanoi to Da Nang
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How do I get from Hanoi to Da Nang?
1. TRAIN from Hanoi to Da Nang
Traveling by train from Hanoi to Da Nang is probably the most used transport option between these cities. It is relatively cheap, seats or sleeping beds are available, as well as luxury tourist sleeping trains that are added to the regular trains of Vietnam Railways. It is necessary to take into account that the train journey to Da Nang from Hanoi takes a long time and takes approximately 16-17 hours, depending on the type of train.
Trains depart from Hanoi Railway Station (120 Đường Lê Duẩn), which is easily accessible from Hoan Kiem city center, and arrive at Da Nang Railway Station (791 Hải Phòng), (see Vietnam Railway Map), which is also a short distance from the city center. Regular trains to Da Nang are equipped with seats and sleeping beds, which are 4-6 people in the cabin.
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The seats are the cheapest version of train transport, one-way tickets from Hanoi to Da Nang cost approximately $20-50/per person, luxury sleeper trains range from $60-80/per person. Tourist sleeper trains from Hanoi to Da Nang have better equipment and are usually more comfortable compared to regular trains, so those who are not concerned about the travel budget can consider this option.
On the route from Hanoi to Da Nang, there are 5-6 Vietnam Railways trains every day along with the tourist sleeper trains (Violette Train, Lotus Train, Laman Express, Damitrans Express. The number of trains may increase slightly during different seasons. Train tickets from Hanoi to Da Nang can now be purchased very easily online and in advance, and regular trains, but also some tourist sleeper trains, also accept e-tickets, e.g. on a mobile phone. However, it is important to read all information and instructions when purchasing tickets, just in case there is a change.
2. DIRECT FLIGHTS from Hanoi to Da Nang
A direct flight from Hanoi to Da Nang will be preferred by those who have less time to travel and want to quickly travel from northern to central Vietnam. This is probably the best and, of course, the fastest way to get to Da Nang from Hanoi. There are several direct flights every day, the flight time from Hanoi to Da Nang is about 1.5 hours, and they are operated by Vietnam Airlines, VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways, Pacific Airlines and Vietravel Airlines.
Even with waiting and check-in, the journey takes about 4 hours. Most Vietnamese companies offer quality services and offer you a hassle-free flight. There are over 20 flights between these cities every day. The cheapest direct flights from Noi Bai Airport to Đà Nẵng International Airport are usually offered by VietJet Air (see also Vietnam airport map).
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The prices of these direct flights from Hanoi to Da Nang range from $50-200/pp, depending on class, economy or business, and Vietnam Airlines and VietJet Air offer the most flights. From Da Nang Airport, which is only about 3 km from the city center, you can easily reach the city by buses, minibuses, private cars and taxis, or you can go straight to the popular historical and very touristic town of Hoi An.
Noi Bai Airport is accessible by public bus or private transfer, taxi and from the center of Hanoi, it is approximately 30 km away. You can book your direct flight to Da Nang from Hanoi – Noi Bai Airport in advance and online.
3. SLEEPER BUS from Hanoi to Da Nang
Another way to travel to Da Nang or Hoi An from Hanoi is to transfer by tourist sleeper bus, transfer by bus is the cheapest option between these cities. Yes, even at such a distance, there are various sleeper buses, but they also stop at other places before reaching their destination. It should be taken into account that for such a long journey, the comfort offered may not meet all your requirements.
The offer includes cheaper, older type sleeper buses, but also very new modern buses with, for example, LCD TVs and a toilet in the bus. Most of these sleeper buses leave Hanoi in the afternoon and go overnight, the journey time by bus from Hanoi to Da Nang is approximately 12-16 hours. It is a cheap transportation option and bus tickets to Da Nang from Hanoi range from $16-33/per person.
Buses depart from various locations in Hanoi and arrive at various locations in Da Nang, you will always see this information with a map when ordering tickets on the online platforms listed below. You can use different bus companies to Da Nang, for example: Techbus VN, Vietnam Luxury Travel, Duc Duong, Sapa Discovery Travel, Queen Cafe, To Vietnam Travel, Green Trips, Phuong Trang (Futabus), Hoang Long, TBus or Grouptour.
There are several overnight bus connections to Da Nang every day, and you’re sure to find the right option that’s right for you. You can easily find and book bus tickets to Da Nang from Hanoi online in advance. Bus transfer to Da Nang is more popular among low-cost travelers.
4. PRIVATE TAXI / CAR from Hanoi to Da Nang
If you would like to use a private transfer by modern car/taxi from Hanoi to Da Nang, this option is also available. Hue Happy Travel will offer you its modern and comfortable vehicles on this route. This company offers a smaller classic vehicle or larger SUVs and minivans that are suitable for group travel.
The advantage of a private transfer is that you choose your departure point in Hanoi and your arrival point in Da Nang. Transport by private car/taxi with a driver by Hue Happy Travel from Hanoi to Da Nang takes about 14 hours, but the stated travel time may vary, depending on your travel route.
Transfer by private car/taxi with a driver from Hanoi to Da Nang costs between $460-620/car. Fare prices vary depending on the vehicle you choose, smaller cars are usually always a cheaper option than larger SUVs or minivans for more people.
However, you can always divide the transfer fare and calculate it for individual passengers in the vehicle. You can easily search, view and book your private car/taxi to Da Nang from Hanoi well in advance.
How to get from Da Nang to Hoi An?
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- from Da Nang to Hoi An you can travel by bus, minivan, motorbike or taxi.
- bus companies: Hoi An Express, TheSinh Tourist, Hanh Cafe…
- travel by bus from Da Nang to Hoi An takes about 1.5 hour
- one-way bus ticket from Da Nang to Hoi An costs about $5-10/pp
- you can also travel directly from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An (April Adventure, Bari Ann, Hoi An Express…)
- Book your bus e-tickets from Da Nang to Hoi An online on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜
- you will receive your bus e-ticket to Hoi An by email, ready to print or carry in your mobile phone and present when boarding the bus in Da Nang or Da Nang Airport, read the all information before you book and buy your bus tickets
❓ FAQ + TIPS – Travel from Hanoi to Da Nang (+ Hoi An):
1. How to book and buy tickets / flights from Hanoi to Da Nang?
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- You can book your tickets+flights from Hanoi to Da Nang on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can also change your travel route, e.g. Hanoi > Hue, Hue > Da Nang…
2. What is the travel time from Hanoi to Da Nang?
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- Travel by plane from Hanoi to Da Nang takes about 1.5 hour – direct flight.
- Travel by train by VR from Hanoi to Da Nang takes about 15-17 hours.
- Travel by sleeper bus from Hanoi to Da Nang takes about 12-16 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car with a driver from Hanoi to Da Nang takes about 14 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Hanoi to Da Nang?
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- Travel distance from Hanoi to Da Nang is about 780 km by train/bus and about 700 km by plane.
4. Do you want to book a tour / activity in Da Nang?
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- You can search and book a tour in Da Nang or other destination of Vietnam or other activity with KLOOK.
5. How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Da Nang?
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- Travel by plane – direct flight from Hanoi to Da Nang costs about $50-200/pp.
- Travel by train from Hanoi to Da Nang costs about $20-85/pp.
- Travel by sleeper bus from Hanoi to Da Nang costs about $16-33/pp.
- Travel by private taxi/car with a driver from Hanoi to Da Nang costs about $460-620/car.
6. Where to book a motorbike or bicycle in Da Nang?
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- You can book your motorbike or bicycle in Da Nang or Hoi An online on Bikesbooking.
7. What is the best way of transport from Hanoi to Da Nang?
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- The best, fastest and comfortable way of transport from Hanoi to Da Nang is to travel by plane, only about 1.5 hour and sometimes these flights are very cheap. If you want to visit another places in central Vietnam (eg. Dong Hoi, Hue…) you can travel by train, there are sleeper berth cabins.
8. What is the cheapest way of transport from Hanoi to Da Nang+Hoi An?
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- The cheapest way of transport from Hanoi to Da Nang and Hoi An is to travel by bus. But think about this way of transport, you do not want to spend about 18-20 hours in bus.
9. Is it possible to travel by luxury tourist train from Hanoi to Da Nang?
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- Yes, it is possible to travel by luxury tourist sleeper train – you can choose Laman Express (2-4 berths in cabin), Lotus Train (2-4 berths in cabin), Violette Train or New Livitrans Express. You can book train ticktets for Violette Train, Lotus Train, Laman Express and New Livitrans Express easily online on Baolau. Lotus Train + Laman Express – also 2-berths cabin.
10. Where to travel from Da Nang or Hoi An?
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- There are many places where you can travel in central and southern Vietnam. If you will be traveling to the south – you can travel by train/plane to Nha Trang or you can continue to Ho Chi Minh City.
11. How to get from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An?
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- You can take a bus or private transport (van, minivan) from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An, it takes about 1 hour and tickets cost about $4-5/pp. Read > How to get from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An.
12. Does Hoi An have some nice beaches?
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- Yes, also in Hoi An you can find a few nice beaches. There are e.g.: Cua Dai Beach, An Bang Beach or Hidden Beach. You can read this complete travel guide about the beaches in Hoi An.
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🚆 Train from Hanoi to Da Nang – Schedule / Timetable + Train Tickets:
Train Schedule - Hanoi to Da Nang | Departs in Hanoi | Arrival in Da Nang | Train Ticket |
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Train SE1 (seats, sleeper) | 20:55 | 12:32 | From $25.00 |
Train SE3 (seats, sleeper) | 19:20 | 11:14 | From $25.00 |
Train SE7 (seats, sleeper) | 06:10 | 23:07 | From $25.00 |
Train SE5 (seats, sleeper) | 15:30 | 08:30 | From $25.00 |
Train SE9 (seats, sleeper) | 13:05 | 06:06 | From $25.00 |
Train SE11 (seats, sleeper) | 21:20 | 15:58 | From $25.00 |
Train SE19 (seats, sleeper) | 19:40 | 11:58 | From $25.00 |
Violette Trains SE1 (sleeper) | 20:55 | 12:32 | From $74.00 |
Violette Trains SE3 (sleeper) | 19:20 | 11:14 | From $74.00 |
Violette Trains SE19 (sleeper) | 19:40 | 11:58 | From $74.00 |
Laman Express SE19 (sleeper) | 19:40 | 11:58 | From $78.00 |
Livitrans Express SE1 (sleeper) | 20:55 | 12:32 | From $66.00 |
Livitrans Express SE3 (sleeper) | 19:20 | 11:14 | From $66.00 |
Damitrans SE3 (sleeper) | 19:20 | 11:14 | From $70.00 |
Damitrans SE19 (sleeper) | 19:40 | 11:58 | From $70.00 |
Lotus Train SE19 (sleeper) | 19:40 | 11:58 | From $72.00 |
🚍 Bus from Hanoi to Da Nang – Schedule / Timetable + Bus Tickets:
Bus Schedule - Hanoi to Da Nang | Departs in Hanoi | Arrival in Da Nang | Bus Ticket |
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To Vietnam Travel | 15:45 | 05:45 | From $17.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 17:00 | 08:00 | From $18.00 |
To Vietnam Travel | 18:00 | 09:00 | From $33.00 |
Techbus VN | 16:00 | 06:00 | From $33.00 |
Techbus VN | 17:00 | 09:00 | From $23.00 |
Techbus VN | 18:00 | 07:20 | From $23.00 |
Duc Duong | 16:30 | 06:30 | From $27.00 |
Duc Duong | 17:00 | 08:00 | From $33.00 |
Duc Duong | 18:00 | 05:45 | From $24.00 |
Duc Duong | 19:00 | 08:30 | From $33.00 |
Full Moon Party Tour | 16:50 | 08:50 | From $26.00 |
Full Moon Party Tour | 18:20 | 10:20 | From $35.00 |
Viet Nam Travel Bus | 16:55 | 09:55 | From $27.00 |
Viet Nam Travel Bus | 17:50 | 09:20 | From $30.00 |
Viet Nam Travel Bus | 18:55 | 11:55 | From $27.00 |
Grouptour | 17:00 | 10:30 | From $24.00 |
Grouptour | 17:50 | 11:20 | From $27.00 |
Sapa Discovery | 17:00 | 07:00 | From $33.00 |
Vietnam Luxury | 17:00 | 08:00 | From $36.00 |
Green Trips | 18:00 | 11:00 | From $18.00 |
Queen Cafe | 17:30 | 11:00 | From $17.00 |
Queen Cafe | 18:00 | 11:00 | From $20.00 |
Futabus | 17:30 | 08:30 | From $16.00 |
Futabus | 19:30 | 13:30 | From $16.00 |
From Hanoi to Da Nang you can travel by train, sleeper bus, plane, taxi.
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- The travel distance from Hanoi to Da Nang and Hoi An spans about 780 km by train or bus. Opting for the best, fastest, and most comfortable mode, traveling by plane to Da Nang proves ideal, with numerous direct flights available daily. A direct flight from Hanoi’s Noi Bai Airport to Da Nang International Airport typically takes about 1.5 hours, significantly reducing travel time compared to the 15-17 hour journey by sleeper train. The most cheapest train tickets to Da Nang from Hanoi cost about $20-30/pp. While regular sleeper trains and private luxury trains offer alternatives, low-cost flights from Hanoi to Da Nang sometimes start as low as $50 per person.
- Traveling by sleeper train presents a viable option for exploring other destinations in central Vietnam, albeit less expedient. Additionally, tourist sleeper buses operate from Hanoi to Da Nang and Hoi An, albeit less comfortably and taking approximately 12-16 hours. Upon arrival at Da Nang Airport, convenient bus or private minivan/car options are available for onward travel to Hoi An ancient town. Bus tickets or private car transfers from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An can also be booked in advance. Furthermore, from Da Nang, travelers can embark on journeys to destinations like Quy Nhon or Ho Chi Minh City in southern Vietnam.
Train tickets from Hanoi to Da Nang start at $20-25/pp.
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- Da Nang and Hoi An, among the most frequented towns in central Vietnam, draw substantial foreign tourist attention. Hoi An, situated approximately 20 km from Da Nang, boasts rich historical heritage, characterized by unique architecture and ambiance. Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999, Hoi An’s city center retains its authentic charm, preserving numerous crafts such as wood carving, ceramics, tailoring, and lantern production. Once a bustling international port in the 17th century, Hoi An’s ancient prosperity continues to captivate visitors.
- Travelers have three options for reaching Da Nang from Hanoi: by direct flight, train, or sleeper tourist bus. Carefully review the instructions outlined below to facilitate your journey to Da Nang from Hanoi and conveniently secure your tickets online. Before reaching Da Nang, consider exploring Phong Nha-Ke Bang National Park in Dong Hoi, you can go there by local public bus or private taxi from Dong Hoi.
| Travel Mode – Hanoi to Da Nang: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Direct Flight | 1.5 hours | $50-200/pp |
| Train by VR | 15-17 hours | $20-85/pp |
| Sleeper Bus | 12-16 hours | $16-33/pp |