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Route overview Hoi An to Hanoi
| Transport mode | Duration | Costs | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | 3 hours | 855.400 VND (€32,50) | Check flights |
| Train | 18,5 hours | 680.000 VND (€26) | Check train tickets |
| Bus | 16,5 hours | 360.000 VND (€13) | Check bus tickets |
Option 1
Flight + Bus from Hoi An to Hanoi
3 hours, 652.500 VND (€55)
We recommend flying from Hoi An to Hanoi. It’s cheaper than the train and gets you to Hanoi center in approximately 3 hours.
Option 2
Train + Bus from Hoi An to Hanoi
18,5 hours, 730.000 VND (€28)
Going by train is a long journey, but you can save hotel costs and your valuable day-time by traveling at night.
Option 3
Bus from Hoi An to Hanoi
16h 30min, 360.000 VND (€13)
A sleeper bus is a good option for those on a budget, but it’s not the safest or most comfortable choice.
Option 1: Flight + Bus
Route: Hoi An Da Nang Hanoi
Duration: 3 hours
Costs: 652.500 VND (€55)
As Hoi An has no airport, you will need to book a shuttle bus from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport. From there, you can hop on a flight to Hanoi.
Bus: Hoi An Da Nang
Duration: 45min
Costs: 140.000 VND (€5)
It takes about 45 minutes to reach Da Nang Airport from Hoi An. We recommend booking a shuttle bus service on GetYourGuide, which include a pick-up at your hotel in the center of Hoi An. The trip will cost €5,35 pp.
Another option is to take the local bus from Hoi An to the airport. This bus only costs 20.000 VND (€0,80).
Visit the Da Nang Airport page for more info.
Flight: Da Nang Hanoi
Duration: 1h 20min
Costs: 512.260 VND (€20)
In terms of flights, you’ll be spoiled for choice; Da Nang Airport operates multiple flights to Hanoi.
Jetstar and Vietjet Air offer the cheapest rates than starting from 512.260 VND (€20). Expect to pay more with Vietnam Airlines.
We suggest you book your flights in advance for the cheapest fares, as fares increase closer to the date of travel.
Option 2: Train + Bus
Route: Hoi An Da Nang Hanoi
Duration: 18,5 hours
Costs: 730.000 VND (€28)
Unfortunately, Hoi An does not have a train station. This means you’ll need to get a bus to the closest train station, which is in Da Nang.
Bus: Hoi An Da Nang
Duration: 45min
Costs: 20.000 VND (€0,80)
From Hoi An city center, you can take a public bus to Da Nang Railway Station. The bus journey takes 45 minutes and only costs 20.000 VND (€0,80).
See the Da Nang railway page for more info about the public bus or other options.
Train: Da Nang Hanoi
Duration: 17h 27min
Costs: 710.000 VND (€27)
As this is a really long journey, we recommend traveling the largest part by night. There are multiple train schedules, but we’d recommend the SE20, which has a convenient departure and arrival time.
| Train | Departure/Arrival | Duration | Sleeper berth |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE20 | 18:45-11:55 | 17h 10m | 710.000 VND (€27) |
Option 3: Bus
Route: Hoi An Hanoi
Duration: 16h 30min
Costs: 360.000 VND (€13)
We don’t recommend traveling this route by bus. The journey is long, and it’s not the safest or most comfortable option.
If you do want to take the bus, you can book with Queen Cafe Bus. The bus departs Hoi An at 13:30 and arrives in Hanoi by 06:00 the following day.
| Bus | Departure/Arrival | Duration | Costs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queen Cafe | 13:30-06:00 | 16h 30m | 360.000 VND (€13) |
If you prefer to avail of the pick-up service of Queen Cafe Bus, you can book your bus ride through BookAway.
My favourite places to stay in Hoi An
HaLo HomeStay
You think you can only find good banana pancakes in Thailand? Wait till you get them for breakfast at HaLo HomeStay. This homestay has it all: The high-end standard of a hotel combined with the family feeling of a homestay. The owners serve a lovely breakfast and will do everything to get most out of your stay. You can explore Hoi An with their free bicycle rental and reach the Old Quarter or beach within 5 minutes.
Double rooms from: €11
Flame Flowers Homestay
When Halo Homestay is already fully booked, there are still several other great options to stay in Hoi An. Flame Flowers Homestay is one of them. Expect a very warm welcome from the owners. They will feel like family from the moment you meet them.
Double rooms from: €15
Vina Beach Pool Villas
Looking for a more luxurious experience right next to the beach? This little villa is within walking distance from the beach and is a perfect place to stay when you want to escape from the busy city life. Chill at the beach, relax at the pool and have a great night of sleep in a comfy bed.
Double rooms from: €36
Things to do in Hoi An
Unfortanetely, I don't have a list of things to do yet. But, at least I can recommend you a good website.
The online activity platform Klook offers many tours in Hoi An at great prices. I used it now for a couple of times and had great experiences. And the prices are often even lower than when you book with a local travel agent!
And most important, by booking the activity in advance, you avoid the problem of fully booked tours.
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