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How to Get from Da Nang to Nha Trang

How to Get from Da Nang to Nha Trang

Last updated: October 20, 2026
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Da Nang and Nha Trang are about 525 km apart by rail,[1] so the choice of transport defines your day: a flight of about 1 hour, a daytime or overnight Reunification Express train, or a long bus ride. The route follows the central coast of Vietnam.

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Da Nang to Nha Trang by Train

5 Reunification Express (SE) trains run from Da Nang to Nha Trang, and journeys take between 9 hours 13 minutes and 11 hours.[1]

TrainDeparts Da NangArrives Nha Trang
SE722:3008:47 (next day)[1]
SE500:3610:25[1]
SE906:0317:03[1]
SE310:4321:12[1]
SE113:2922:42[1]

Seating and Sleeper Classes

Seating ranges from soft seats and air-conditioned soft and hard seats to berths in compartments with 2, 3, 4 or 6 beds.[1] Fares depend on the train and the class. Tickets can be bought on the official website or app of Vietnam Railways, and tickets bought online can be refunded online or at the station.[2]

Da Nang to Nha Trang by Flight

Vietnam Airlines flies from Da Nang (DAD) to Cam Ranh (CXR) in about 1 hour 9 minutes, with economy fares from VND 828,000 one-way.[3] Da Nang airport is 3 km from the city centre, while Cam Ranh airport is 35 km from Nha Trang.[3] The airport bus to Nha Trang runs from 04:30 to 21:55 and costs VND 10,000 to 60,000; a taxi costs VND 230,000 to 300,000.[3]

Da Nang to Nha Trang by Bus

FUTA Bus Lines covers the 550 km from Da Nang to Nha Trang in about 10 hours, for VND 430,000.[4]

Da Nang to Nha Trang by Private Transfer

For families or groups, a private car is the only door-to-door option. On booking platforms, private transfers for this route start at about $350 and take from about 10 hours (October 2026).[5]

Comparing Your Options

ModeDurationNotes
Train9h 13m - 11h[1]5 SE trains
FlightAbout 1h 10m[3]Cam Ranh airport is 35 km from Nha Trang
BusAbout 10h[4]FUTA fare VND 430,000
Private transferFrom about 10h[5]From about $350

Tips for Traveling from Da Nang to Nha Trang

  • Plan the airport transfer: Nha Trang's airport is in Cam Ranh, so add time and money for the bus or taxi into the city.
  • Train luggage: Vietnam Railways lets you carry up to 20 kg of hand luggage free with a full ticket, and it must be stored in the places provided on board.[6]
  • Buy tickets early: Sleeper berths and the best seats go first on busy days, so book ahead through the official channels.

Timetable

Da Nang - Nha Trang More info / Tickets
Flight Da Nang - Nha Trang $ 67.34–72.19 1h 5m – 1h 15m
  • →  Economy 15:35, 17:30
Bus Da Nang - Nha Trang $ 30.78–39.01 11h – 14h 30m
  • →  Sleeper 41 15:00
  • →  Royal Cabin 22 19:00
Taxi Da Nang - Nha Trang $ 351.40–1,154.34 10h
  • →  Economy 3pax
  • →  Van 12pax
  • →  Minivan 5pax
  • →  Comfort 3pax
  • →  SUV 4pax
  • →  Van 8pax
Train Da Nang - Nha Trang $ 20.63–113.56 9h 3m – 12h 17m
  • →  Soft Seat 00:20, 01:12, 05:55, 07:50, 09:04, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  VIP Cabin 2x 01:12, 07:50, 13:22
  • →  Level 1 4 beds compartment 00:20, 01:12, 07:50, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  Level 1 6 beds compartment 00:20, 01:12, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  Level 2 4 beds compartment 00:20, 01:12, 07:50, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  Level 2 6 beds compartment 00:20, 01:12, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  Level 3 6 beds compartment 00:20, 01:12, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  4 beds cabin 05:55, 09:04
  • →  4 beds cabin lower berth 00:20, 01:12, 05:55, 07:50, 09:04, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  4 beds cabin upper berth 00:20, 01:12, 05:55, 07:50, 09:04, 10:45, 12:35, 13:22, 22:15
  • →  6 beds cabin lower berth 05:55, 09:04
  • →  6 beds cabin middle berth 05:55, 09:04
  • →  6 beds cabin upper berth 05:55, 09:04
  • →  Auxiliary Seat 00:20, 10:45, 22:15
Da Nang - Khanh Hoa More info / Tickets
Bus Da Nang - Khanh Hoa $ 18.06 10h
  • →  Limousine 34 08:00, 19:00, 20:00, 20:40

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Da Nang to Nha Trang?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Da Nang to Nha Trang, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Da Nang to Nha Trang?

The FUTA bus costs VND 430,000. Train fares depend on the class, and you can look them up on the Vietnam Railways ticket website.

What is the fastest way to get from Da Nang to Nha Trang?

Flying is the fastest. The flight from Da Nang to Cam Ranh takes about 1 hour 9 minutes, plus the transfer of 35 km into Nha Trang.

How long does it take to get from Da Nang to Nha Trang?

A flight takes about 1 hour 10 minutes, trains take between 9 hours 13 minutes and 11 hours, and the bus takes about 10 hours.

How many trains run from Da Nang to Nha Trang?

5 Reunification Express trains (SE7, SE5, SE9, SE3 and SE1) run from Da Nang to Nha Trang, with departures between 22:30 and 13:29.

Where is the airport for Nha Trang?

Nha Trang is served by Cam Ranh International Airport (CXR), 35 km from the city. The airport bus runs from 04:30 to 21:55, and taxis cost VND 230,000 to 300,000.

How much luggage can I take on the train?

Vietnam Railways allows 20 kg of hand luggage free of charge with a full passenger ticket. Hand luggage over the limit is charged.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] Vietnam Railways (Duong sat Viet Nam): Vietnam Railways timetable: Reunification Express (SE) trains. Retrieved October 16, 2026.
  2. [2] Vietnam Railways (Duong sat Viet Nam): Vietnam Railways online ticket sales. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
  3. [3] Vietnam Airlines: Book Cheap Flights from Da Nang to Nha Trang. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
  4. [4] Phuong Trang - FUTA Bus Lines: FUTA Bus Lines. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
  5. [5] 12Go: Da Nang to Nha Trang timetable. Retrieved October 16, 2026.
  6. [6] Vietnam Railways (Duong sat Viet Nam): Regulations on passenger and luggage transport. Retrieved October 15, 2026.

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