How to Get From Hoi An to Mui Ne

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Hoi An → Mui Ne544 km

Mui Ne is a beach town 544 kilometres (338 miles) down the coast from Hoi An. It's known for its red and white sand dunes, and the wind that draws kitesurfers. The bus is the cheapest way to get from Hoi An to Mui Ne at $26 (670,000 VND). The train costs more and does the run in 17-19h.

DISTANCE

Distance from Hoi An to Mui Ne

Hoi An and Mui Ne are about 544 km (338 miles) apart, and the journey itself covers around 721 km by road. Depending on the option, the trip takes between 15h and 19h 30m.

~544 km

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~721 km

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2 ways to travel from Hoi An to Mui Ne

There are two ways to travel from Hoi An to Mui Ne. You can choose between the bus and train. The journey takes 15h–17h and the quickest way is by bus. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at $26 (670,000 VND).

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There are eight companies offering daily bus trips from Hoi An to Mui Ne.

Hanh Cafe offers comfortable buses for affordable fares. However, it has gotten more than a few complaints about rude staff and delayed bus departures.

The advantage of the bus is that it brings you from the centre of Hoi An to the centre of Mui Ne. The disadvantage is that it will be a long and exhausting journey of around 15h - 19h 30m. Also, buses are neither as safe nor as comfortable as trains.

Bus fares from Hoi An to Mui Ne start from $26 (670,000 VND).

Departure and arrival station

Hanh Cafe departs from its terminal in Hoi An centre, within walking distance of many hotels in the Old Town. It arrives at its headquarters in Mui Ne centre, just a short taxi ride to Mui Ne Beach.

Bus schedule from Hoi An to Mui Ne

17h45mHanh CafeSleepingHoi An OfficeMui Ne Market18:00$26670,000 VNDTickets

18h15mHanh CafeSleepingHoi An OfficeMui Ne Beach Office18:00$26670,000 VNDTickets

18h20mTechbus VN JSCSleepingHoi An An PhuMui Ne An Phu17:3017:4518:00$31800,000 VNDTickets

18hGrouptour - obsoleteSleepingHoi An An PhuMui Ne An Phu16:45$31820,000 VNDTickets

19h20mFull Moon PartySleepingHoi An Full Moon BusMui Ne Full Moon Bus17:5018:00$32840,000 VNDTickets

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17hGrouptourVIP23 Nguyen Tat ThanhMui Ne Hanh Cafe17:55$32840,000 VNDTickets

16h40mLuxury Van LimousineVIP Sleeping23 Nguyen Tat Thanh64 Huynh Thuc Khang17:2517:35$33850,000 VNDTickets

18h30mDuc Duong BusVIP 34 Seats23 Nguyen Tat ThanhMui Ne17:0017:1517:30$36930,000 VNDTickets

15hCocovip LimousineLuxury214 Nguyen Duy HieuPhan Thiet along National Route 1A12:4014:30$421,100,000 VNDTickets

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Mui Ne

Both Hoi An and Mui Ne don’t have their own railway stations. You can only take the train from Da Nang (1 hour away from Hoi An) to Binh Thuan (1.5 hours away from Mui Ne).

Despite the extra transfers to get to/from the railway stations, the train is a safer way to get from Hoi An to Mui Ne. You can travel overnight on a comfortable train bunk and arrive fully-recharged at your destination. For us, all these make train travel worth the extra cost compared to taking a bus.

Step 1: Hoi An to Da Nang Railway Station by Minivan

1h$5.90 (156,000 VND)

To get from Hoi An to Da Nang, you can take either a minivan for $5.90 (156,000 VND) or a private transfer for around $17 (440,000 VND).

Minivans depart from Hoi An every day from 06:00 to 20:00. This means that even if you take the last minivan to the train station, you will have a 2-hour wait for the only night train operating from Da Nang to Mui Ne. You can use this time to have a late dinner or snacks at a nearby cafe. There are not a lot of food choices inside the station.

If you don’t want to arrive too early at the train station, you can also take a more expensive yet more convenient private transfer. Book your ride through BookAway, which offers comfortable vehicles that come with trusted drivers.

See our guide for Da Nang Railway Station for more details.

IMPORTANT: Cheap buses run from Hoi An to Da Nang every 20 to 30 minutes, from about 05:30 to 18:00, and take 70 to 90 minutes.

Step 2: Da Nang to Binh Thuan by Train

14h 30m - 16h 30m$22 (570,000 VND)

There are several trains available every day from Da Nang to Binh Thuan Railway Station, but there is only one train that operates overnight.

We recommend that you take the lone night train for this journey that takes 14h 30m - 16h 30m. This way, you can save a night on accommodation and you also won’t lose an entire day on the journey.

Train ticket prices start from $22 (570,000 VND) for a second class seat. But for the most comfort for this long journey, we recommend getting a bunk in a 4-berth cabin. That’s more expensive than a bus ticket, but will allow you to get a good night’s sleep.

14h19mVietnam RailwaysSecond Class SeatDa NangBinh Thuan08:0008:5111:2912:4723:27From $22570,000 VNDTickets

14h19mVietnam RailwaysSecond Class SleeperDa NangBinh Thuan08:5111:2912:4723:27From $37960,000 VNDTickets

14h19mVietnam RailwaysFirst Class SleeperDa NangBinh Thuan08:0008:5111:2912:4723:27From $411,060,000 VNDTickets

14h36mViolette Express TrainShared Cabin for 4Da NangBinh Thuan11:2912:47$641,680,000 VNDTickets

14h19mVietnam RailwaysCabin 2xDa NangBinh Thuan12:47$902,360,000 VNDTickets

Train tickets are available on Bookaway.

Booking Tip

We recommend booking your tickets online through BookAway. Their site is intuitive, provides a clear picture of what you can expect, and offers great customer service. If you're eyeing the best deals, you might occasionally find slightly cheaper tickets on Baolau.

Step 3: Binh Thuan to Mui Ne by Bus

1.5h$1.30 (35,000 VND)

From Binh Thuan Railway Station, the cheapest way to get to Mui Ne is by bus. A bus ticket only costs $1.30 (35,000 VND) and the journey takes around 1.5 hours.

You can hail Bus #9 (coloured red) from T-Junction, about 5 minutes away on foot from the train station. See our guide for Mui Ne Railway Station to know the bus route and the nearest bus stop to your hotel.

Alternatively, you can take a taxi from Binh Thuan to Mui Ne for around $19 (500,000 VND).

Mui Ne

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STAY

Our favourite places to stay in Mui Ne

Here are our favourite places to stay in Mui Ne for every budget.

Budget

Le Huynh Mui Ne Hotel

Le Huynh Hotel is directly located on the main street of Mui Ne. You’ll reach restaurants, bars, and the beach within walking distance. The spacious rooms are clean and the staff is always happy to answer your questions - what else to ask for?

Standard King Room from $16 (420,000 VND)

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Mid-Range

MAY Bungalow

The comfortable and clean rooms at MAY Bungalow come with air conditioning and a patio.

The place is located right next to the foodcourt and close to the beach, but also has a swimming pool if you feel like staying in!

Double rooms from $25 (660,000 VND)

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Treat Yourself

Bamboo Village Beach Resort & Spa

Looking for a tropical getaway on Phan Thiet Beach? Bamboo Village Beach Resort & Spa is surrounded by gardens and greenery. Rooms feature stylish wooden & bamboo furnishings and the resort offers plenty of facilities. Guests can chill out at the pool, spend some quiet time at the library, or exercise at the yoga room and ﬁtness centre.

Deluxe garden view room storm from $85 (2,240,000 VND) incl. breakfast

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ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION

Why Visit Mui Ne?

Mui Ne is a coastal town and traditional fishing village on Vietnam’s southeast coast. It is famous for its red and white sand dunes, spread out just beside soft sand beaches and lush trees.

Wind conditions are perfect on this side of the country, so kitesurfing is popular from October to April in Mui Ne. Other exciting activities include sailing, windsurfing, sandboarding, and quad biking on the sand dunes.

Rounding it up

That's the Full picture for getting from Hoi An to Mui Ne, roughly 544 kilometres (338 miles) apart. In all, there are 2 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $26 (670,000 VND). The quickest trip takes 15h.

Prices and timetables change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel. Have a question, or travelled this route recently? Ask the community below and we'll do our best to help.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance from Hoi An to Mui Ne?

The distance from Hoi An to Mui Ne is 544 kilometres (338 miles).

What is the fastest way to get from Hoi An to Mui Ne?

Journey times from Hoi An to Mui Ne overlap: bus 15h - 19h 30m, train 17-19h. Depending on the departure, no single option is always the fastest.

What is the cheapest way to get from Hoi An to Mui Ne?

The cheapest way to get from Hoi An to Mui Ne is by bus with ticket costs starting from 670,000 VND.

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Ela

Senior Travel Writer

Ela is a storyteller, content producer, solo traveller and a mermaid-in-training. When she's not in front of her laptop, you will find her barefoot and living her best tan on some island in the Philippines. Or exploring the depths of its seas as a budding freediver. An island girl at heart, she'll be happy anywhere there is sea, sand, sun and coffee.

MaartenReviewer

Founder & Trip Planning Expert

Based in Bali, Maarten's passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you'll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.

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