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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.
Ready for the Da Nang → Hoi An trip?
Book a sedan with a professional driver. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before pickup.