Shared van & private car. Nha Trang to Da Nang and Hoi An: 530 km, about 9 hours along coastal Highway 1A, with drop-off right in Hoi An Ancient Town or central Da Nang. Sleeper buses, limousines and private 4-16 seaters.
Policies & Rules
Baggage policy
Cancellation & refund policy
👶 Child policy
Applicable surcharges
- Oversized baggage surcharge — Baggage over 20kg or oversized: 75,000₫
- Holiday surcharge — Apr 30, May 1, Sep 2 and Lunar New Year (Tet): 200,000₫
- Late-night surcharge — Departures between 22:00 and 05:00: 50,000₫
- Door-to-door pickup surcharge — Pickup/drop-off at your hotel instead of the central meeting point: 50,000₫
Nha Trang to Đà Nẵng – Hội An: choosing bus, train, or plane?
The two ends are about 530 km apart along National Highway 1A, taking 9 to 10 hours by car, passing through Tuy Hoà, Quy Nhơn, Quảng Ngãi, and Tam Kỳ. This is the only route in the central coastal group where all three modes of transport — car, train, and plane — operate, making it worth considering based on itinerary rather than just price.
| Mode of transport | Duration | Pros | Cons |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overnight sleeper bus | 9–10 hours | Travel overnight to save a night's hotel stay, drop-off right in Hội An | Long journey; those who struggle to sleep on buses will feel tired |
| Train | 9–10 hours | Can move around the carriage, the Hải Vân pass scenery is stunning if traveling during the day | Đà Nẵng station is 30 km from Hội An, requiring an additional transfer |
| Cam Ranh – Đà Nẵng flight | About 1 hour flight time | Fastest option | Adding time to get to Cam Ranh airport and from Đà Nẵng to Hội An, the total still comes to 4–5 hours |
| Private car | 9 hours | Stop and rest as you please, visit Quy Nhơn or Quảng Ngãi | Higher cost if traveling with few people |
Split the journey instead of driving straight through
If you are not in a hurry, many travelers split the journey into two legs: Nha Trang – Quy Nhơn (about 4 hours), stay overnight, and continue Quy Nhơn – Hội An the next day. This approach is much more relaxing and gives you an extra destination without adding significant travel days.
Drop-off in Đà Nẵng or Hội An
This route offers drop-offs at both locations. When booking, please specify whether you are getting off in Đà Nẵng or continuing to Hội An, as the two points are 30 km apart and this affects the arrival time by about 45–60 minutes.
Compared to booking a car elsewhere
For the same type of 4–7 seater private car on the Nha Trang – Đà Nẵng, Hội An route, booking via ride-hailing apps or external companies usually costs around 9.750.000₫ for the whole car (reference price, updated August 2026). The price difference compared to advance booking on the site is mainly the platform commission charged to the driver, so the longer the route, the more obvious the gap. The second difference lies in the pricing method: ride-hailing prices fluctuate based on peak hours, weather, and available cars, whereas the price locked in at the time of advance booking incurs no additional charges.
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is it from Nha Trang to Đà Nẵng, and how many hours does it take?
Is flying really that much faster?
Should I take the night trip or the day trip?
Should I break the journey into two legs?
Does the bus drop passengers off in Đà Nẵng or Hội An?
If taking the train, which station should I get off at to go to Hội An?
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