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One-way, with driver
530.000 ₫
Round-trip, with driver
1.000.000 ₫
Da Nang to Hoi An is the single most-booked transfer in central Vietnam. Nearly every international traveler who flies to Da Nang (DAD) is heading to Hoi An's UNESCO Ancient Town — 30 km south along the coast. The journey takes 45 minutes in good traffic, 60 minutes during rush hour (7-9 AM, 4-6 PM).
There are three route options: the coastal road via Truong Sa Street + My Khe beach (longest, most scenic, adds 15 min), the highway via Vo Chi Cong + Bac Vong Bridge (fastest, mostly 4-lane), and the inland road via QL1A (shortest distance but often congested with trucks). Most drivers default to the highway option; the coastal route is popular with photographers and travelers not in a rush.
The return trip is equally popular — Hoi An hotels back to DAD airport for departure flights. We pre-position drivers near Hoi An 30 minutes before scheduled pickup to ensure on-time arrivals for early-morning flights.
Recommended itinerary
Standard DAD airport → Hoi An (45 minutes):
- 0:00 — Driver meets you at DAD Arrivals with a name sign. 24/7 service.
- 0:05 — Luggage loaded, depart via Airport Rd.
- 0:15 — Onto Vo Chi Cong highway.
- 0:35 — Exit onto Tran Hung Dao / Cua Dai Rd in Hoi An outskirts.
- 0:45 — Arrival at hotel drop-off point (cars not allowed inside Ancient Town walls).
Coastal alternative (60 min): turn onto Truong Sa after airport, pass My Khe Beach, Non Nuoc Beach, Cua Dai — scenic but slower.
What to see along the way
Short transfer but you can squeeze in stops with a private driver:
- My Khe Beach — 5 km detour, Forbes "top 6 beaches in Asia."
- Marble Mountains (Ngu Hanh Son) — 10 km detour, cave temples, 15-min visit possible.
- Linh Ung Pagoda, Son Tra — 20 km detour, huge Bodhisattva statue, ocean view.
- Dragon Bridge (returning to Da Nang) — pass through Saturday/Sunday 9 PM for fire-breathing show.
Road conditions & driving notes
Da Nang ↔ Hoi An driving specifics:
- Vo Chi Cong highway is new and mostly 4-lane — limit 80 km/h strictly enforced.
- Truong Sa coastal road has occasional sand drift during windy season (Oct-Dec). Drive carefully.
- Cua Dai Bridge leading into Hoi An has periodic repair works — check updates.
- Ancient Town entry — vehicles stop at An Hoi parking lot (south of river, walking bridge to old town) or hotel lot. Never attempt to enter the pedestrian zone.
- Evening return (Hoi An → DAD) — busy 5-7 PM on Nguyen Tat Thanh if leaving from riverside hotels. Allow 75 min for departure.
- Airport curb time — DAD limits arrival drop-off to 5 minutes; longer stops use parking (first 15 min free).
Alternative transport options
Grab car (on-demand): VND 380,000-500,000. Pro: flexible, quick booking. Con: surge pricing, no English driver, no help with luggage.
Taxi from airport: VND 450,000 metered + airport surcharge. Similar to Grab but less consistent quality.
Shuttle bus (tourist shuttles): USD 10-15 per seat. Cheap but multiple stops; 1h+ total.
Private car with driver (our service): USD 22 (sedan) flat, USD 32 (SUV), USD 42 (7-seater). Includes meet-and-greet, child seats, 60 min free wait, luggage help. Best value for 2+ people.
Best time to travel
Route operates year-round. Weather considerations:
- Feb-Aug: ideal. Dry, warm. Perfect for beach detour.
- Sep-Nov: typhoon season. Flooding possible in Hoi An (Thu Bon River rises). Route usually passable but check updates.
- Dec-Jan: coolest months (19-24°C), occasional drizzle.
Tết 2026 (Jan 29-Feb 4): peak tourism. Book transfers 2 weeks ahead; traffic around Hoi An heavy.
Explore Da Nang & Hoi An
Frequently asked questions
Can foreigners legally drive in Vietnam?+
Yes, foreigners can legally drive in Vietnam with an International Driving Permit (IDP) issued under the 1968 Vienna Convention plus your original home-country driver's license. Both documents must be carried while driving.
IDPs issued under the 1949 Geneva Convention (common in the US, Canada, Australia) are technically not recognized by Vietnamese law, but are accepted in practice by most police checkpoints and rental companies for short-term visitors. If you're staying more than 3 months, you should convert to a Vietnamese license.
For complete safety — especially if your IDP is Geneva-only — we recommend our car-with-driver service, which sidesteps the licensing question entirely.
Is insurance included in the rental price?+
Yes. Every Rocket Car Rentals vehicle includes:
- Collision Damage Waiver (CDW) with a maximum deductible of VND 5,000,000 (~USD 200)
- Third-party liability up to VND 150,000,000 (~USD 6,000)
- Passenger accident insurance up to VND 50,000,000 per seat
The policy does not cover: tire damage on sharp objects, undercarriage damage from flooding, damage caused under the influence of alcohol, or damage during unauthorized driver use.
For extra peace of mind, we offer zero-deductible CDW upgrade at USD 5/day.
What is the fuel policy?+
"Same level in, same level out" — you receive the car with a full (or specified) fuel level and return it at the same level. If returned with less fuel, we charge the difference plus a VND 100,000 refuel service fee.
Most of our fleet runs on RON 95 gasoline (~VND 24,000/L). Diesel vehicles are available on request. Electric vehicles (Tesla Model 3, VinFast VF8) are available in HCMC and Hanoi only — charging is included in the rental rate.
Is there a mileage limit?+
Self-drive rentals: 300 km/day included; excess is charged VND 5,000/km (~USD 0.20/km).
With-driver rentals: 80 km/day included within the assigned city; beyond that or for intercity routes, pricing is calculated as a flat route price (see our Routes page or request a quote).
Long-term rentals (7+ days): 2,000 km/week included, excess VND 4,000/km.
Mileage is tracked via odometer photos at pickup and return. No GPS spying — we only check at endpoints.
How much is the security deposit?+
Self-drive deposits (refunded at return):
- Compact sedan: USD 300
- Mid-size SUV: USD 400
- 7-seater / luxury: USD 500
- Electric vehicles: USD 600
Payment methods for deposit:
- Credit card hold (most popular — no cash movement; released automatically at return)
- Bank transfer in VND
- Cash in USD or VND (receipt provided)
With-driver rentals: no deposit required.
What is the cancellation policy?+
- Cancel 24+ hours before pickup: full refund.
- Cancel 12-24 hours before: 50% refund.
- Cancel less than 12 hours before: no refund (we've already blocked the vehicle and driver).
- No-show at pickup: no refund.
Exception: weather emergencies (typhoon, flood closing roads) are handled case-by-case — typically full refund or free reschedule.
Rescheduling within 24 hours is free if the new dates have availability.
What are the age requirements?+
Self-drive: minimum age 21, maximum age 70. Drivers aged 21-24 pay a young-driver surcharge of USD 5/day.
With-driver rentals: no passenger age requirement — infants welcome with our provided child seats (complimentary).
Driver must hold: valid IDP (1968 Vienna) + original license held for 1+ year.
What payment methods do you accept?+
We accept:
- Credit/debit card: Visa, Mastercard, JCB, Amex (via PayPal)
- PayPal (USD billing)
- Bank transfer: Vietnamese VND (VCB, Techcombank, BIDV)
- Cash: USD or VND (at branch pickup only)
VAT invoice issued automatically for all payments over USD 100; request specific billing details at booking time.
Are child seats available?+
Yes — child seats and booster seats are complimentary for both self-drive and with-driver rentals. Request them at booking time.
Available types:
- Infant seat (0-9 kg)
- Toddler seat (9-18 kg, 9 months - 4 years)
- Booster seat (18-36 kg, 4-12 years)
All seats comply with ECE R44/04 standards.
Do you provide roadside assistance?+
Yes — 24/7 English-speaking hotline for all rentals. Our network covers the HCMC, Hanoi, Da Nang metro areas directly; for incidents in other provinces, we coordinate with local partners (typically 30-90 minute response time).
Included free:
- Flat tire change
- Dead battery jump-start
- Lock-out assistance (up to 2 per rental)
- Fuel delivery (up to 5L)
Towing to nearest service center is included for mechanical breakdowns; if the fault is driver-caused (crash), towing fees apply.
Ready for the Da Nang → Hoi An trip?
Book a sedan with a professional driver. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.