| Option | Duration | Indicative price | For whom |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight Hanoi - Da Nang then taxi | about 1 h 20 + 45 min to 1 h | flight 41 to 58 USD | most travellers |
| Night train Hanoi - Da Nang | 15 to 19 h | about 20 to 45 USD | train lovers |
| Sleeper bus | 13 to 20 h | about 21 USD | tight budget, not recommended for this distance |
| Private car with driver | a long day | ask for a quote | groups, stops in Hue |
Prices and durations from unofficial guides, to be confirmed.
By plane
The flight leaves from Noi Bai airport: see from the airport to central Hanoi to arrive in time. Book early around Tet (6 February 2027) and the holidays of 30 April, 1 May and 2 September. Da Nang is about 30 km from Hoi An.
By train
The Reunification Express stops in Hue and follows the coast before Da Nang. It suits you if you enjoy the journey; otherwise the plane saves a day. Choose a berth in a compartment rather than a hard seat.
From Da Nang to Hoi An
Taxi, Grab or shuttle (limousine) from the airport: about 45 minutes to 1 hour. Fix the price or use the meter. Da Nang can also be visited in town, but most travellers sleep in Hoi An.
When to go
The centre is dry from about February to August, but from September to November rain and floods can hit Hoi An: see Vietnam in October, Vietnam in November and Vietnam in July.
In which order?
Hanoi, Ha Long Bay, Ninh Binh, then the centre: see the Vietnam itinerary. To compare the south, see Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City.
Before you go
SIM or eSIM in Vietnam and visa.
FAQ
How long from Hanoi to Hoi An? About 2 to 2.5 hours by plane including the transfer; 15 to 19 hours by train to Da Nang.
Is there an airport in Hoi An? No: the airport is Da Nang's, about 30 km away.
Is the train worth it? Only if you enjoy the journey: the flight is faster for a similar price.
