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Leaving the port energy and colonial charm of Hai Phong for the beaches and marble mountains of Da Nang is a trip down the spine of Vietnam. Hai Phong has a gritty, authentic northern soul, while Da Nang is the polished gateway to the coast of Central Vietnam. You can shave time off your itinerary with a flight or take a sleeper bus through the countryside.
The distance between the two cities is large, so the choice of transport shapes the trip. You can book on GoAsia.cc.
Hai Phong to Da Nang by Flight
Flying is the best choice if time matters most. Vietnam Airlines flies between Cat Bi International Airport (HPH) and Da Nang International Airport (DAD) once a day, in about 1 hour 15 minutes, with economy fares from 828,000 VND one-way. Cat Bi is 8 km from the center of Hai Phong and Da Nang airport is 3 km from the center of Da Nang, so you can leave Hai Phong in the morning and be eating a bowl of Mi Quang in Da Nang by lunchtime.[1]
The short flight spares you a long road journey and leaves you energy for the Dragon Bridge and the ancient town of Hoi An.
Hai Phong to Da Nang by Bus
The bus is an odyssey for budget travelers who like the changing coastal scenery. It runs as a sleeper bus or a combination of a tourist bus and a VIP coach, and takes 16 hours to 21 hours 20 minutes. On booking platforms, tickets cost from about $34 (October 2026), and departures are mostly in the afternoon.[2]
Sleeper and VIP Cabin Options
The Sleeper 40 is a basic bunk, while the VIP Cabin and Cabin 22 give you more privacy and comfort, with curtains and charging ports. Some tickets combine a Tourist Bus with a VIP 20 or VIP 22 coach, with a vehicle change on the way.[2]
Dao Cat Ba to Da Nang by Bus
From Cat Ba Island there are direct tickets that include the crossing to the mainland, so you do not have to arrange your own transport back to Hai Phong. The journey takes 12 to 19 hours, and booking platforms list tickets from about $37 to about $65 (October 2026). Single Cabin, Double Cabin and VIP 20 options run from the island, mostly in the afternoon, with some at 05:30.[2]
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
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| Flight | from 828,000 VND | about 1h 15m | High[1] |
| Bus (Sleeper or VIP Cabin) | from about $34 | 16h - 21h 20m | Standard to High[2] |
| Bus from Dao Cat Ba | about $37 - $65 | 12h - 19h | Standard to High[2] |
Tips for Traveling from Hai Phong to Da Nang
- Book Flights Early: Booking three to four weeks ahead gets you the better fares.
- Prepare for the Bus: Bring a sweater or light blanket, because sleeper buses are heavily air-conditioned. Charge your phone before you leave.
- Choose a Cabin: On a very long journey, a cabin with a curtain is worth it.
Timetable
| Flight Hai Phong - Da Nang $ 60.91โ93.38 1h 15m โ 1days 5h 3m | |
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| Bus Hai Phong - Da Nang $ 34.28โ52.74 16h โ 21h 20m | |
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| Bus Dao Cat Ba - Da Nang $ 37.30โ64.65 12h โ 19h | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Hai Phong to Da Nang, including current prices and schedules.
The bus is usually the cheapest, from about $34 on booking platforms (October 2026), though flights from 828,000 VND on Vietnam Airlines are not far above it.
A direct flight from Cat Bi International Airport, which takes about 1 hour 15 minutes.
About 1 hour 15 minutes by plane and 16 to 21 hours 20 minutes by bus.
Yes. Tickets from Dao Cat Ba include the crossing to the mainland, and the journey takes 12 to 19 hours.
The VIP Cabin and Cabin 22 give you a private compartment with a curtain, which makes the long ride easier.
Fly if your schedule is tight and you want the most time in Da Nang. The bus suits budget travelers who do not mind a long road journey.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Vietnam Airlines: Book Cheap Flights from Da Nang to Hai Phong. Retrieved October 28, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Hai Phong - Da Nang. Retrieved November 1, 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.