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How to get from Quy Nhon to Hoi An
We recommend travelling the 290 km from Quy Nhon to Hoi An by train. This train journey takes around 6.5 hours and costs about $15.50 (375,000 VND). Other options include a 7.5-hour bus and a 5.5-hour private transfer.
When travelling by railway, you have to take the train from Dieu Tri to Da Nang. Even though Hoi An does not have its own railway station, it’s better to take the train over the bus because trains are safer and more comfortable.
When taking the bus, you also can’t travel direct. You will take a bus from the centre of Quy Nhon to Da Nang and then transfer to another bus to Hoi An. It’s worth noting that there have been several reports against bus drivers who don’t drive safely on this route.
Looking for a direct transfer? You can get a private ride from Quy Nhon to Hoi An with rates from $185 (4,360,000 VND). This is the fastest option at only 5.5 hours.
We don’t recommend taking a flight from Quy Nhon to Hoi An because it is quite impractical. The nearest airports to the two cities — Da Nang and Phu Cat — are both 1 hour away. Also, all flights make a layover in Ho Chi Minh and take at least 5 hours. With a total travel time of about 7 hours, it will be faster to take the train.
Quy Nhon to Hoi An by Train
There are no direct trains from Quy Nhon to Hoi An. You can, however, take the train from Dieu Tri (10 km west of Quy Nhon) to Da Nang (30 km north of Hoi An).
That means you’ll need extra transfers to get to and from the train stations. Despite that, we recommend taking the train because they are generally safer and more comfortable when travelling in Vietnam.
Step 1: Quy Nhon to Dieu Tri Railway Station by Bus/Taxi
Trains operating from Quy Nhon to Da Nang depart from Dieu Tri Railway Station, 10 km west of the city centre.
To get to Dieu Tri on a budget, you can take the local bus T22 from CoopMart in Quy Nhon centre. A ticket costs $0.80 (20,000 VND) and the bus journey takes around 30 minutes.
Another option is to take a 20-minute taxi with rates from $8.50 (200,000 VND).
Step 2: Dieu Tri to Da Nang by Train
From Dieu Tri, you will take a train to Da Nang, the nearest train station to Hoi An.
There are 5 trains operating daily for this route — with departures from early morning to past midnight. Travel time is 5-6 hours.
Train fares start from $8.50 (200,000 VND) for a soft seat. Hoping to catch up on some sleep? You can also get a sleeper berth with rates from $13 (307,000 VND).
Train schedule from Dieu Tri to Da Nang
Step 3: Da Nang Railway Station to Hoi An by Minivan
From Da Nang Railway Station, you can take a 1-hour minivan or taxi to Hoi An.
Minivans are the cheaper choice with fares from $6.50 (155,000 VND). Note that they are only available from 07:00-21:00. If you’re arriving in Da Nang outside this timeframe, you can instead take a taxi for around $18.50 (440,000 VND).
Book your minivan or taxi ride beforehand so you can easily deflect touts offering overpriced transfers. BookAway offers comfortable vehicles at fixed prices. See our page on Da Nang Railway Station for more details.
IMPORTANT: Previously, there were cheap public buses operating from Da Nang to Hoi An. But the last time we checked (February 2023), these were no longer available.
Quy Nhon to Hoi An by Bus
There are no buses operating directly from Quy Nhon to Hoi An. You can only take the bus up to Da Nang, from where you can transfer to a local bus bound for Hoi An.
The advantage of this option is that buses operate overnight so you may be able to save one night on hotel costs.
The disadvantage is that the bus operators for this route don’t exactly get the best reviews.
Step 1: Quy Nhon to Da Nang by Bus
When taking a bus from Quy Nhon to Da Nang, you can travel overnight and save a night on accommodation. We cannot guarantee, though, that you will get a good night’s sleep.
Tan Duong Hong and Ha Linh are some of the main operators for this route and they don’t exactly get good reviews. Passengers have complained about poor customer service for both companies.
Still want to take the bus? Ticket prices start from $15 (356,000 VND) for the 6.5-hour journey.
Bus schedule from Quy Nhon to Da Nang
All buses depart from Quy Nhon Bus Terminal in the city centre. Depending on your hotel’s location in Quy Nhon, you can get to the bus station on foot or via a short taxi ride.
They arrive at Da Nang Central Bus Station. From here, you can transfer to another bus bound for Hoi An.
Step 2: Da Nang to Hoi An by Taxi
From Da Nang Bus Station, you can take a taxi to Hoi An. Rates start from $18.50 (440,000 VND) for the 1-hour ride. It’s best to pre-book your private transfer through BookAway, which offers a variety of vehicle choices depending on the number of people in your group.
Another option is to take a motorbike taxi for around $6 (150,000 VND). Do this only if you’re not carrying bulky luggage. You can book a moto taxi through Grab (better when travelling at night), or you can just get one outside the bus station.
IMPORTANT: Public Bus #1, which used to operate direct trips from Da Nang Bus Station to Hoi An, has stopped its services the last time we checked (February 2023).
Quy Nhon to Hoi An by Private Transfer
A private transfer is the fastest option from Quy Nhon to Hoi An. Travel time is around 5.5 hours — 2 hours faster than the train or the bus.
Rates start from $185 (4,360,000 VND) for a 2-seater car. Larger vehicles are also available when you book with BookAway. You can get a 10-seater minivan for $225 (5,280,000 VND).
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