Hue to Hoi An

Want to know how to get from Hue to Hoi An? In this post, we’ll share a summary of the four ways to get there and compare each option on duration, costs and level of comfort. For each option, we go into more detail to help you decide which transport provider to book with and where to buy your tickets.

What to expect when visiting Hoi An

Hoi An is a charming city on Vietnam’s central coast. Once a major port, the mixed influences of Japanese, Chinese, and European merchants are still visible here.

Its Old Town is a well-preserved fusion of foreign and indigenous architecture, laid out in a small-scale model of a 15th to 19th-century trading hub. No wonder it was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site! Travelling to Hoi An feels like walking back in time.

4 ways to get from Hue to Hoi An

There are four ways to travel the distance of 120 km (75 miles) from Hue to Hoi An: by bus (3h-3h30m), van (3-4 hours), private transfer (3 hours) and train (3h28m-3h50m). The journey takes between 3-4 hours and the quickest way is by bus. The lowest priced tickets start from 230,000 VND ($9.00) for the bus.

Hue to Hoi An by Bus

Duration: 3h-3h30m

Starts from: 230,000 VND ($9.00)

Duration: 3h-3h30m

Cost: 230,000 VND ($9.00)

The bus is a direct way to get from Hue to Hoi An. This may make it seem like the more convenient option. But unfortunately, unlike trains, buses pass through the Hai Van Tunnel instead of the Hai Van Pass.

That means that when you take the direct bus, you will miss the splendid views this route has to offer.

Still want to travel by bus from Hue to Hoi An? Bus tickets cost around 230,000 VND ($9.00) for the 3-hour journey. Some of the companies operating modern buses on this route are TBus and Vietnam Travel Bus.

Departure and arrival station

TBus departs from its bus station at 7 Doi Cung in Hue city centre. It arrives at Hung Thanh Travel Office in Hoi An, 1.5 km north of the Old Town.

Vietnam Travel leaves from its terminal in Hue city centre and parks at the Vietnam Travel Office, 2.5 km northwest of the ancient town in Hoi An.

Bus schedules from Hue to Hoi An

Hue to Hoi An by Train

Duration: 3h28m-3h50m

Starts from: 248,000 VND ($10.00)

Duration: 3h28m-3h50m

Cost: 248,000 VND ($10.00)

We highly recommend taking the train from Hue to Hoi An — that is, if you’re not comfortable riding a motorbike for this route.

There is no direct train between Hue and Hoi An. Vietnam Railways only operate from Hue Railway Station to Da Nang Train Station, from where you can transfer to a bus or taxi to Hoi An. Despite this not being a direct train ride, we still think the train is the best alternative to taking the motorbike.

With the train, you will still have a full view of Hai Van Pass — one of the best Vietnam tours out there. And we mean it when we say, this is one view you shouldn’t miss when travelling through Central Vietnam!

Step 1: Hue to Da Nang by Train

Duration: 2h28m-2h50m

Costs: 93,000 VND ($3.80)

Duration: 2h28m-2h50m

Costs: 93,000 VND ($3.80)

There are four trains operating from Hue Train Station to Da Nang daily. We recommend taking one of the trains travelling during the day so that you can enjoy the view as it passes along Hai Van Pass.

Train tickets from Hue to Da Nang cost around 93,000 VND ($3.80) for a soft seat. This train ride takes around 2.5 hours.

Train options from Hue to Hoi An

Step 2: Da Nang Railway Station to Hoi An by Minivan

Duration: 1 hour

Costs: 155,000 VND ($6.00)

Duration: 1 hour

Costs: 155,000 VND ($6.00)

From Da Nang Train Station, you can take either a minivan or a taxi to Hoi An centre.

Minivans are available every day from 07:00 to 21:00. Book your minivan seat beforehand to avoid any hassle on the day of your trip. Ticket prices start from 155,000 VND ($6.00).

If you’re travelling in a group or you’re carrying bulky luggage, you can also take a taxi. Rates from the railway station to your hotel in Hoi An start from 440,000 VND ($17.50).

You can pre-book your minivan or private transfer via BookAway. See our guide for Da Nang Railway Station to Hoi An for more details.

IMPORTANT: There used to be a cheap local bus that operated from Da Nang Station to Hoi An. But the last time we checked (February 2023), this local bus is no longer available.

Hue to Hoi An by Van

Duration: 3-4 hours

Starts from: 280,000 VND ($11.50)

Duration: 3-4 hours

Cost: 280,000 VND ($11.50)

Another direct option when travelling from Hue to Hoi An is the minivan. All minivans operating on this route depart and arrive at the city centre, so you shouldn’t have a hard time finding your way to/from van terminals.

Like the bus, though, minivans travel through a tunnel. So you will still miss the impressive views along the way!

Prices start from 280,000 VND ($11.50) for the 3-hour minivan journey.

Departure and arrival station

All minivans depart from Qua Luu Niem in Hue city centre.

Dong Hanh Limousine arrives at its headquarters in Hoi An, while Barri Ann and April Adventure park at their terminal along Hai Ba Trung Street. You can find both offices 1 km north of Hoi An’s Old Town.

Van schedules from Hue to Hoi An

Hue to Hoi An by Private Transfer

Duration: 3 hours

Starts from: 1,725,000 VND ($71.00)

Duration: 3 hours

Cost: 1,725,000 VND ($71.00)

Looking for a door-to-door ride? You can get a private car or a taxi ride from Hue to Hoi An.

Rates for a 4-seater sedan start from 1,725,000 VND ($71.00) when you book with BookAway, which offers comfortable cars that come with professional drivers.