Hoi An is about 30 km from Da Nang, making a day trip between the cities practical. You can travel by public bus or airport shuttle, then spend time in the Ancient Town, where a ticket covers three self-selected cultural heritage sites.
- Distance: about 30 km between Da Nang and Hoi An.
- From the hotel: the hotel in Da Nang is about 25.4 km from Hoi An.
- Public bus: Route 02 runs between Da Nang Central Bus Station and Cửa Đại in Hội An.
- Ancient Town: buy an entrance ticket before entering; it includes three self-selected heritage sites.
How far is Hoi An from Da Nang?
Hoi An is about 30 km from Da Nang. Distance alone does not indicate how long the trip will take.
The route links the cities directly, but your arrival point depends on the transport you choose. Route 02 serves the central bus station in Da Nang and continues through Hội An to Cửa Đại; the LK02 listing gives different termini.
How do you get from Da Nang to Hoi An?
You can take public bus route 02 or use Hai Van Bus, which Da Nang International Airport identifies as a suburban route connecting the airport with Hội An. Airport pickup points are at Column 2 of Domestic Terminal T1 and Columns 7 and 8 of International Terminal T2.
Public bus route 02
Route 02 runs between Da Nang Central Bus Station and the Cửa Đại inland-waterway parking area in Hội An, stopping at Hội An Bus Station along the way. Its route passes through central Da Nang, crosses Tiên Sơn Bridge and continues via ĐT607 before reaching Hội An.
The route’s operating hours are 5:30 a.m.–6:00 p.m., with buses every 20–30 minutes. Fares are 8,000–30,000 VND per ride; the student fare is 8,000 VND. Check the operator’s site before relying on current hours or fares.
LK02 and the airport shuttle
The official LK02 route listing names Vietnam-Korea University Bus Station in Da Nang and Cửa Đại in Hội An as its termini. Da Nang International Airport also identifies Hai Van Bus as a suburban connection between the airport and Hội An.
If you’re choosing between these services, check current route and departure details with the relevant operator before setting out. The airport pickup locations are useful if you’re already at the airport; route 02 starts at Da Nang Central Bus Station.
A practical Hoi An day itinerary
- Hours
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Start by entering the Ancient Town with a ticket, then choose three of the included cultural heritage sites. Keep the ticket stub with you: it may be required if you leave and re-enter. Groups of eight or more can use the free tour-guide service.
Build the rest of your visit around the pedestrian hours. The Ancient Town is open to pedestrians and non-motorized vehicles from 9:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. in summer and until 9:00 p.m. in winter.
Phan Châu Trinh Street has evening pedestrian hours: 5:30 p.m.–9:30 p.m. in summer and 5:30 p.m.–9:00 p.m. in winter. For context on seasonal conditions in the departure city, see when to plan a Da Nang visit by season.
If a tea ceremony fits your timing, the Japanese Culture Gallery at 06 Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai Street holds ceremonies daily at 9:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. You could plan a daytime visit to the heritage sites, then make Phan Châu Trinh Street part of the evening walk.
Getting around Hoi An Ancient Town
Pedestrian hours make walking the Ancient Town a practical way to move between its streets and heritage sites. Phan Châu Trinh Street opens to pedestrians later in the day, so you can include it in an evening route.
Buy your Ancient Town ticket before entering, and keep the stub during your visit in case you need to re-enter. The ticket includes three cultural heritage sites of your choice from the remaining attractions, so you can select them as you plan your route through town.
If you’re adding time in Da Nang before or after the trip, the guide to which Da Nang shore to visit can help you compare the city’s beaches.
Planning the return to Da Nang
Plan your return around the service you take: route 02’s operating hours end at 6:00 p.m., while the Ancient Town’s pedestrian hours extend into the evening. If you want to stay for the later street hours, confirm your onward transport before committing to that timing.
Hours, fares and transport arrangements can change. Check the official site before you go, including the relevant bus operator and Hội An World Heritage information for town access details.
FAQs
What does the Ancient Town ticket include?
It includes visits to three cultural heritage sites that you select from the remaining attractions. Keep the ticket stub, as it may be needed to re-enter the Ancient Town.
When are the Ancient Town pedestrian hours?
They are 9:00 a.m.–9:30 p.m. in summer and 9:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m. in winter. Phan Châu Trinh Street has separate evening hours.
Does a bus connect Da Nang International Airport with Hoi An?
Yes. Da Nang International Airport identifies Hai Van Bus as a suburban route connecting the airport with Hội An, with pickup points at both terminals.