Looking for a comfortable and flexible way to travel from Da Nang to Hoi An? Culture Pham Travel provides a private car with a local driver, picking you up from your hotel, apartment, resort, homestay, or private address in Da Nang and taking you directly to your destination in Hoi An.
You can choose a direct one-way transfer, a round-trip service, or add sightseeing stops such as Marble Mountains if you would like to make more of your journey.
Quick Overview
- Travel Route: Da Nang → Hoi An
- Distance: About 30 km
- Price: Start from $16 per private car.
- Travel time: Around 40–60 minutes, depending on your pickup location and traffic
- Pickup: Hotel, apartment, resort, homestay, or private address in Da Nang
- Drop-off: Hotel, resort, homestay, or private address in Hoi An
- Service: Private car with driver – no shared passengers
- Options: One-way, round trip, or transfer with sightseeing
- Driver: Local driver with basic English communication
Da Nang to Hoi An Private Car
The journey from Da Nang to Hoi An is relatively short, making a private car a convenient choice when you are traveling with luggage, as a couple, family, or small group.
Your driver picks you up at the agreed time and location in Da Nang, helps with your luggage, and takes you directly to Hoi An. You do not need to follow a fixed bus schedule or arrange another transfer after reaching Hoi An.
The price is per vehicle, not per person, and you can choose the vehicle according to your group size and luggage.
For a simple transfer, we recommend the direct option. If you have several hours available and would like to visit an attraction before checking in, you can choose the sightseeing option instead.
What the Journey from Da Nang to Hoi An Is Really Like
The distance between Da Nang and Hoi An is only about 30 km, but the actual driving time can vary depending on where you are staying in Da Nang, where your hotel is located in Hoi An, and traffic at the time of travel.
From central Da Nang, the journey heads south toward Hoi An through the coastal and urban areas of the city before continuing toward Hoi An.
For a direct transfer, there is usually no reason to make sightseeing stops. Most travelers simply want a comfortable ride, especially when carrying luggage or arriving after a flight or several days of travel.
If you would like to visit Marble Mountains before continuing to Hoi An, this can be arranged as a sightseeing transfer. Other attractions, such as Son Tra Peninsula, are possible but involve additional driving and should be requested in advance.
This is why we recommend choosing your route based on how much time you actually have rather than adding every attraction along the way.
Choose Your Da Nang to Hoi An Transfer
Option 1: Direct One-Way Private Car
This is the simplest option if you just need to travel from Da Nang to your accommodation in Hoi An.
Your driver will:
- Pick you up from your agreed location in Da Nang.
- Help load your luggage into the vehicle.
- Drive directly to Hoi An.
- Drop you off at your hotel, resort, homestay, or private address.
- Help unload your luggage before finishing the journey.
The normal journey takes around 40–60 minutes, although traffic and the exact pickup and drop-off locations can affect the travel time.
From $16/ private car
Option 2: Round-Trip Private Car
A round trip is useful if you are staying in Hoi An but plan to return to Da Nang later the same day or on another agreed schedule.
The service can include:
- Pickup from your hotel or private address in Da Nang
- Transfer to Hoi An
- Waiting time according to your agreed itinerary
- Return transfer to Da Nang
You can discuss your preferred schedule with our travel team when booking.
From $33/ private car.
Option 3: Da Nang to Hoi An with Sightseeing
If you have extra time and want to visit an attraction before reaching Hoi An, you can turn the transfer into a sightseeing journey.
The most practical stop on this route is Marble Mountains, which is located between Da Nang and Hoi An and can be added without turning the trip into a full-day tour.
Depending on your requested itinerary, other stops may also be arranged. Because additional sightseeing means more driving and waiting time, we recommend confirming your preferred stops with us before the travel date.
Marble Mountains
Marble Mountains is one of the easiest attractions to combine with a Da Nang → Hoi An transfer.
The site is known for its limestone and marble hills, Buddhist pagodas, temples, caves, and viewpoints. If you would like to visit, your driver can drop you at the entrance and wait while you explore before continuing to Hoi An.
Son Tra Peninsula & Linh Ung Pagoda
Son Tra Peninsula is located in the opposite direction from the main Da Nang → Hoi An route, so it is not a natural stop on the direct journey.
It can still be included if you specifically want to visit Linh Ung Pagoda and Son Tra before heading to Hoi An, but this adds driving time and should be arranged as a customized sightseeing transfer.
For travelers who simply want to get to Hoi An comfortably, we recommend the direct transfer instead.
Sightseeing transfer from $42/car
Where Can We Pick You Up in Da Nang?
We can pick you up from most locations in Da Nang, including:
- Hotels and resorts
- Apartments
- Homestays
- Private residences
- Beach areas such as My Khe and My An
- Central Da Nang
- Son Tra and other accessible areas
When booking, please provide the exact hotel name or pickup address so we can check the location and arrange the appropriate vehicle.
Some resort areas or remote locations may require a surcharge depending on their location. We will confirm this before your booking is finalized.
Where Can We Drop You Off in Hoi An?
We can normally take you directly to your:
- Hotel
- Resort
- Homestay
- Villa
- Private address
However, some accommodations around Hoi An Ancient Town are located on roads with vehicle restrictions or in pedestrian areas. In these cases, the driver may need to stop at the nearest accessible point rather than directly at the hotel entrance.
If you are staying inside or close to the Old Town, please provide the exact accommodation name when booking. We will check the access conditions and advise you where the car can meet you.
Da Nang to Hoi An Private Car Options
We offer several vehicle types depending on the size of your group and luggage.
Sedan
Suitable for 1–3 passengers with 2 medium-sized luggage.
A sedan is a practical choice for couples or small groups traveling with a normal amount of luggage.
SUV
Suitable for up to 4 passengers with 4 medium-sized luggage..
An SUV gives you more space and is recommended for families or groups who want additional luggage room.
Minivan
Suitable for larger groups up to 10 passengers with 10 large luggage..
For groups traveling with several pieces of large luggage, we recommend confirming the passenger and luggage requirements with us before booking so we can assign the right vehicle.
Important: Passenger capacity depends on luggage. If you have large suitcases, please tell us your group size and number of bags when booking.
Da Nang to Hoi An Private Car Price
| Service | Sedan | SUV | Minivan |
| Direct Transfer – One Way | $16 | $19 | $24 |
| Direct Transfer – Round Trip | $33 | $42 | $49 |
| Transfer with Sightseeing – One Way | $42 | $49 | $54 |
The price is per vehicle, not per person.
For customized routes, additional sightseeing, or unusual pickup/drop-off locations, please contact us for a specific quotation.
What’s Included
- Private air-conditioned vehicle
- Professional local driver
- Door-to-door pickup and drop-off
- Petrol/fuel
- Road tolls
- Parking fees where applicable
- Bottled water
- Wet tissues
- 24/7 travel support via WhatsApp at +84349825119.
- Baby seat available upon request
What’s Not Included
- Entrance tickets to attractions
- Tour guide
- Personal expenses
- Meals and drinks
- Tips
- Additional sightseeing or waiting time outside the agreed itinerary
- Surcharges for restricted or special-access locations, where applicable
A Few Practical Tips
Traveling with large luggage?
Please tell us the number and size of your suitcases when booking. A vehicle that comfortably carries three passengers with luggage may not be suitable for the same number of passengers with several large bags.
Want to visit Marble Mountains?
Let us know in advance. It is one of the most practical sightseeing stops between Da Nang and Hoi An.
Staying inside Hoi An Ancient Town?
Send us your exact hotel name and address. Some streets around the Old Town have vehicle restrictions, so the final drop-off point may need to be nearby.
Don’t need sightseeing?
Choose the direct transfer. For a short journey such as Da Nang → Hoi An, a direct car is usually the simplest and most time-efficient option.
If you have extra time in Hoi An, you may also like to explore the town and surrounding area with one of our local experiences. These are optional and can be arranged separately from your private car transfer.
- Cham Island Snorkeling Tour – from $46/person
- Hoi An Cycling Tour to Cam Kim – from $45/person
- Cooking Class at Tra Que Vegetable Village – from $49/person
- Hoi An Basket Boat Tour – from $38/person
- Hoi An City Tour 1 Day – from $63/person
If Hoi An is part of a longer journey through Central Vietnam, you may also find these private car routes useful:
- Hoi An to Hue Private Car – from $69/car
- Hoi An to Da Lat Private Car – from $296/car
- Hoi An to Dong Hoi Private Car – from $149/car
Frequently Asked Questions
How far is Da Nang from Hoi An?
Da Nang and Hoi An are approximately 30 km apart, depending on the exact pickup and drop-off locations.
How long does a private car from Da Nang to Hoi An take?
The journey normally takes around 40–60 minutes, depending on traffic and your exact locations in Da Nang and Hoi An.
Can I book a one-way private car from Da Nang to Hoi An?
Yes. One-way transfer is available from $19 per vehicle.
Can I book a round trip from Da Nang to Hoi An?
Yes. Round-trip service is available if you need to return to Da Nang after visiting Hoi An or have another agreed itinerary.
Can we stop at Marble Mountains?
Yes. Marble Mountains can be added to your Da Nang → Hoi An journey as a sightseeing stop. Please request this when booking so we can confirm the itinerary and price.
Can the driver be our tour guide?
The driver provides transportation and basic English communication but is not a professional tour guide. If you would like guided sightseeing, we can arrange a private guide separately.
Can you pick us up from our hotel in Da Nang?
Yes. We can pick you up from most hotels, resorts, apartments, homestays, and private addresses in Da Nang. Please provide the exact location when booking.
Can you drop us directly at our hotel in Hoi An?
Usually, yes. However, some roads around Hoi An Ancient Town have vehicle restrictions. If your accommodation is in a restricted area, the driver will take you to the nearest accessible meeting point.
Is the price per person or per car?
The price is per private vehicle, not per person.
Do you provide a baby seat?
Yes. Baby seats are available upon request. Please request one when making your booking.
Need a Transfer from Da Nang Airport?
If you are arriving at Da Nang International Airport, we recommend using our dedicated Da Nang Airport to Hoi An Private Car service instead.
That service is specifically arranged for airport arrivals, including flight information, airport pickup, and arrival-gate meeting arrangements.
If you are already staying in Da Nang City, this page is the appropriate service for your transfer to Hoi An.
Book Your Da Nang to Hoi An Private Car
Tell us your travel date, pickup location, drop-off location, number of passengers, and luggage, and we will recommend the appropriate vehicle for your group.
If you would like to add Marble Mountains or another stop, simply include it in your request.
Private car. Local driver. Door-to-door service. No shared passengers.
Travel from Da Nang to Hoi An at your own pace with Culture Pham Travel.
