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The railway and the highway run side by side from Dong Hoi to Da Nang, so the choice comes down to the Reunification Express, a sleeper bus or a private car.
Dong Hoi to Da Nang by Train
Five Reunification Express pairs stop at both Dong Hoi and Da Nang. The Vietnam Railways timetable shows these southbound trains:[1]
| Train | Departs Dong Hoi | Arrives Da Nang | Time on board |
|---|---|---|---|
| SE3 | 04:57 | 10:43 | 5 h 46 min[1] |
| SE1 | 07:33 | 13:29 | 5 h 56 min[1] |
| SE7 | 16:27 | 22:30 | 6 h 03 min[1] |
| SE5 | 18:11 | 00:36 (next day) | 6 h 25 min[1] |
| SE9 | 23:57 | 06:03 (next day) | 6 h 06 min[1] |
Fares depend on the train and the class, from seats to berths in four-berth compartments. Check the price for your date on the Vietnam Railways booking site, dsvn.vn.[2] The line follows the coast between Hue and Da Nang, which is described as one of the most scenic train segments in Vietnam, so a daytime train such as SE3 or SE1 gives the best view.[2]
Dong Hoi to Da Nang by Bus
Booking platforms list sleeper and cabin buses from the Quang Binh area, which includes Dong Hoi, to Da Nang, with departures from early morning to evening. The listed journey time is about 5 to 6 hours 15 minutes and fares in October 2026 were about US$13 to US$21 (12Go shows fares in Thai baht; converted to US dollars at the ECB rate of 15 October 2026).[3] Some buses arrive at the Da Nang bus station rather than in the city centre, so check where yours stops.
Dong Hoi to Da Nang by Private Transfer
Booking platforms list private cars from the Quang Binh area to Da Nang at about US$128 to US$262 per vehicle in October 2026, from a car for up to three passengers to a van for ten. The listed journey time is about 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours.[3] Ask the driver in advance if you want to stop at sites such as the Vinh Moc Tunnels.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Fare (October 2026) | Journey time |
|---|---|---|
| Train | Depends on class, see Vietnam Railways | 5 h 46 min to 6 h 25 min[1] |
| Bus | About US$13 to US$21 per person[3] | About 5 to 6 h 15 min[3] |
| Private transfer | About US$128 to US$262 per vehicle[3] | About 4 h 30 min to 5 hours[3] |
Timetable
| Bus Quang Binh - Da Nang $ 12.93–21.16 5h – 6h 15m | |
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| Taxi Quang Binh - Da Nang $ 126.26–260.10 4h 30m – 5h | |
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| Train Dong Hoi - Da Nang $ 11.38–249.95 5h 30m – 7h 13m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Dong Hoi to Da Nang, including current prices and schedules.
Booking platforms listed bus fares from about US$13 per person in October 2026, far below private car fares. Train fares depend on the class, so compare them on the Vietnam Railways booking site.
A private car is listed at about 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours. The quickest train, SE3, takes 5 hours 46 minutes.
Trains take between 5 hours 46 minutes and 6 hours 25 minutes, buses are listed at about 5 to 6 hours 15 minutes and private cars at about 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours.
Between Hue and Da Nang the line follows the coast and is described as one of the most scenic train segments in Vietnam. Take a daytime train such as SE3 (04:57) or SE1 (07:33) to see it.
SE3 (04:57), SE1 (07:33), SE7 (16:27), SE5 (18:11) and SE9 (23:57) leave Dong Hoi for Da Nang, according to the Vietnam Railways timetable in October 2026. Timetables can change, so check before you travel.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Vietnam Railways (Đường sắt Việt Nam): Vietnam Railways timetable: Reunification Express (SE) trains. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [2] Vietnam Airlines: Overnight Train in Vietnam: Ticket Classes, How to Book & Notes. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
- [3] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Dong Hoi to Da Nang. Retrieved October 15, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.