Da Nang to Hoi An: the honest guide
Hoi An sits about 30 km south of Da Nang, so this is a short, easy transfer — usually 40 minutes to an hour. Most travellers fly into Da Nang and head straight to Hoi An. Here's how the options compare.
Da Nang → Hoi An
Cheapest
Public bus / shuttle
from ~$1· ~1h
The yellow local bus is dirt cheap; tourist shuttles cost a little more but are simpler.
Check shuttles on 12Go →Easiest
Grab / taxi
from ~$12· ~45min
Door to door, book on the app in minutes. The easy default for most people.
See transfers on 12Go →Comfiest
Private car
from ~$18· ~45min
Pre-booked driver, can stop at Marble Mountains on the way. Best with luggage or a group.
Reserve a private car →Which should you pick?
For such a short hop the private car is only a few dollars more than a Grab and lets you stop at the Marble Mountains — a nice bonus on the way in. If you're counting every dong, the local bus works; just have small notes ready.
Airport transfers
Coming straight from Da Nang airport? The same options apply, and a pre-booked private car waiting with your name is the least stressful after a flight.
Where to stay in Hoi An
Budget
Old Town homestay
Near the Ancient Town
from ~$16/night
Walk to the lantern-lit streets; bikes usually included.
Check on Agoda →Mid-range
Garden pool villa
Cam Thanh / An Bang
from ~$50/night
Pool and rice-field views, a short ride to town and the beach.
Check on Booking.com →Top end
Beach resort
An Bang Beach
from ~$160/night
Right on the sand, with a spa and free town shuttle.
See resorts on Agoda →
LIVE PRICES ON THE BOOKING SITE
Before you go
Hoi An's Ancient Town is best at dusk when the lanterns come on. Grab an eSIM at the airport so you can book a ride the moment you land, then pick your transfer above.