{"id":12001,"date":"2026-06-07T00:21:44","date_gmt":"2026-06-07T00:21:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bordertobeach.com\/?st-import=b3b891fdea54744bab50214dbc1f812e"},"modified":"2026-07-24T00:55:26","modified_gmt":"2026-07-24T00:55:26","slug":"hanoi-to-hoi-an","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bordertobeach.com\/es\/hanoi-to-hoi-an\/","title":{"rendered":"Hanoi to Hoi An: Flight, Train and Bus Guide (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hanoi to Hoi An is one of Vietnam\\&#8217;s most popular domestic journeys \u2014 800 km connecting the capital\\&#8217;s chaotic energy with one of Southeast Asia\\&#8217;s most beautifully preserved ancient towns. There are three realistic options: flight to Da Nang (fastest), overnight train (most scenic), or sleeper bus (cheapest). This guide covers all three honestly.<\/p>\n\n\n<script src=\"https:\/\/agent.12go.asia\/tools\/widget\/country_widget.js\"><\/script>\n<onetwogo-country-widget\n  country=\"VN\"\n   width=\"400\" agent=\"16173966\" lang=\"en\" fxcode=\"USD\" wl=\"12go.asia\">\n<\/onetwogo-country-widget>\n\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/en\/travel\/Flights-Hanoi\/Da-Nang\/?z=16173966&#038;sub_id=flights-hanoi-da-nang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">&#x1f39f;&#xfe0f; Search Flights Hanoi \u2192 Da Nang tickets on 12Go \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\"><p>&#x2139;&#xfe0f; There is no train station in Hoi An \u2014 the nearest is Da Nang, 30 km away. All routes (flight, train, or bus) require a final transfer from Da Nang or a direct sleeper bus to Hoi An\\&#8217;s bus station.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 1: Fly Hanoi to Da Nang + Transfer (Fastest)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Flying is the fastest option by a significant margin \u2014 flights from Hanoi to Da Nang take approximately 1 hour 20 minutes, with fares ranging from $30 to $100 USD depending on airline and booking time. Airlines including VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and Bamboo Airways operate multiple daily flights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Da Nang to Hoi An Transfer<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From Da Nang Airport, Hoi An is 30 km south \u2014 approximately 45 minutes by taxi or shuttle:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Grab:<\/strong> ~150,000\u2013200,000 VND (~$6\u20138 USD). Most reliable option \u2014 walk to pickup zone outside arrivals.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Shared shuttle bus:<\/strong> Approximately 155,000 VND ($6.50 USD) per person. Picks up from the center of Hoi An and drops at the airport \u2014 book in advance for the return trip.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Private taxi:<\/strong> From 320,000 VND ($13.50 USD). Best for groups of 3+.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Total journey time:<\/strong> approximately 2.5\u20133 hours (flight + transfer)<br><strong>Total cost:<\/strong> ~$36\u2013110 USD<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/en\/travel\/Flights-HAN\/DAD\/?z=16173966&#038;sub_id=flights-han-dad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">&#x1f39f;&#xfe0f; Search Flights HAN \u2192 DAD tickets on 12Go \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 2: Overnight Train to Da Nang (Most Scenic)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Reunification Express train from Hanoi to Da Nang is one of Vietnam\\&#8217;s great journeys \u2014 the coastal stretch through Hai Van Pass offers some of the most dramatic scenery in the country, and an overnight sleeper means you travel while you sleep. Travel by train from Da Nang to Hanoi takes about 15\u201318 hours, costing approximately $23\u201378 per person depending on class.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Train Classes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Hard seat:<\/strong> ~$22\u201325 USD. Cheapest but uncomfortable for 16+ hours.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Soft seat:<\/strong> ~$35\u201340 USD. More comfortable for daytime travel.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Hard sleeper (6-berth):<\/strong> ~$35\u201350 USD. Most popular for overnight \u2014 decent comfort, bring earplugs.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Soft sleeper (4-berth):<\/strong> ~$50\u201370 USD. More private, air-conditioned. Best value for overnight.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Livitrans \/ luxury tourist trains:<\/strong> ~$90\u2013120 USD. Private berths with better facilities \u2014 worth it for couples or those wanting a more comfortable experience.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Book train tickets in advance at <strong>dsvn.vn<\/strong> (Vietnam Railways official site) or through 12Go Asia. Trains sell out quickly on weekend nights and around Vietnamese holidays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/en\/travel\/Hanoi\/Da-Nang\/?z=16173966&#038;sub_id=hanoi-da-nang\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">&#x1f39f;&#xfe0f; Search Hanoi \u2192 Da Nang tickets on 12Go \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Option 3: Sleeper Bus (Cheapest)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Buses from Hanoi to Hoi An run on average 26 times per day, taking around 14 hours, with cheap tickets starting at $18 USD for a one-way trip. Sleeper buses have reclining pod-style seats that fold almost flat \u2014 not a bed, but manageable for overnight travel. Several operators run direct Hanoi\u2013Hoi An services including Hung Thanh, Phuong Trang (FUTA Bus), and The Sinh Tourist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most buses depart in the late afternoon or evening (17:00\u201321:00) and arrive in Hoi An the next morning. Note that buses use the tunnel route under Hai Van Pass \u2014 you won\\&#8217;t see the famous coastal scenery that the train offers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/12go.asia\/en\/travel\/Hanoi\/Hoi-An-sleeper\/?z=16173966&#038;sub_id=hanoi-hoi-an-sleeper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow sponsored noopener\">&#x1f39f;&#xfe0f; Search Hanoi \u2192 Hoi An sleeper tickets on 12Go \u2192<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Quick Comparison<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Option<\/th><th>Time<\/th><th>Cost from<\/th><th>Best for<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Fly HAN \u2192 DAD + transfer<\/td><td>~2.5\u20133 hours<\/td><td>~$36 USD<\/td><td>Speed, short trips<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Overnight train + transfer<\/td><td>~17\u201319 hours<\/td><td>~$28 USD<\/td><td>Scenic, saves hotel night<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Sleeper bus (direct)<\/td><td>~14\u201317 hours<\/td><td>~$18 USD<\/td><td>Budget, most direct<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Where to Stay in Hoi An<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Ancient Town:<\/strong> Walking distance to all main sights, lantern-lit streets, best atmosphere. No vehicles allowed inside \u2014 peaceful in the evenings.<\/li>\n<li><strong>An Bang Beach area:<\/strong> 4 km from Ancient Town, quieter, beach access, popular with longer-stay visitors.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Cua Dai Beach:<\/strong> Further north, more resort-style hotels, beach has eroded in recent years \u2014 check current conditions before booking beachfront.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x1f3e8; <strong>[Travelpayouts widget: Hotels in Hoi An via Booking.com or Agoda]<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Guides<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"\/ho-chi-minh-city-to-hoi-an\/\">Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/bangkok-to-hanoi\/\">Bangkok to Hanoi<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"\/kuala-lumpur-to-ho-chi-minh-city\/\">Kuala Lumpur to Ho Chi Minh City<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>This post contains affiliate links. When you book through them, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How to travel from Hanoi to Hoi An \u2014 fly to Da Nang from $30 USD, overnight train on the Reunification Express, or sleeper bus from $18 USD. 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