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How to Get from Hanoi to Da Nang

How to Get from Hanoi to Da Nang

Last updated: October 19, 2026
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A direct flight from Noi Bai (HAN) to Da Nang (DAD) is the fastest option, at about 1 hour 20 minutes.[1]

Train, Bus, Flight and Ferry tickets

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Vietnam Railways' Reunification Express trains take about 15 to 17 hours from Hanoi Railway Station to Da Nang Railway Station.[2] Choose the train if the rail journey itself is part of your trip, for example with a sleeping berth, and the flight if time matters more.

Transport and connections in detail

1. Direct flight

Departure: Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
Arrival: Da Nang International Airport (DAD)

Duration: Vietnam Airlines gives an average flight time of about 1 hour 20 minutes and lists one-way fares from VND 998,181 (fares collected within the last 48 hours, they may no longer be available).[1]

Getting to and from the airport: Noi Bai is about 27 km from downtown Hanoi and the trip usually takes about an hour.[3] In Hanoi a taxi to Noi Bai costs VND 200,000 to 300,000 and a bus VND 8,000 to 40,000; in Da Nang a taxi from the airport to the city costs VND 60,000 to 100,000 and a bus VND 6,000 to 10,000.[1]

Best for: Travelers with limited time who can reach both airports conveniently. A short flight is not a short door-to-door journey, so add check-in and the transfers at both ends.

Booking channel: Vietnam Airlines: Hanoi to Da Nang flights

2. Vietnam Railways train

Departure: Hanoi Railway Station
Arrival: Da Nang Railway Station

Timetable: The Reunification Express runs five trains a day in this direction: SE7 06:00 to 22:30, SE5 08:00 to 00:36 (+1), SE9 13:00 to 06:03 (+1), SE3 19:20 to 10:43 (+1) and SE1 21:45 to 13:29 (+1). The distance is 791 km.[2]

Price: Vietnam Airlines' rail guide lists Hanoi to Da Nang or Hue fares from VND 380,000 for a hard seat, VND 560,000 for a soft seat, VND 642,000 for a berth in a 6-berth cabin and VND 875,000 for a 4-berth cabin, up to VND 2,077,000 for a 2-berth VIP cabin.[4]

Best for: Travelers who want a rail journey or a sleeping berth. Check that the ticket names Da Nang as your destination station, and note that seat and berth availability are not interchangeable.

Booking channel: Vietnam Railways: official information and booking[4]

Comparing Your Options

ModePriceDuration
Flight (Noi Bai to Da Nang)One-way from VND 998,181[1]About 1h 20m[1]
Train (Hanoi to Da Nang)From VND 380,000 (hard seat) to VND 2,077,000 (VIP 2-berth)[4]About 15 - 17h[2]

Practical checks

  • Choose your actual travel date before comparing rail and flight fares.
  • For the train, check the train number, class and destination station in the official railway booking.
  • Confirm the airport and terminal in the airline booking.

Timetable

Hanoi - Da Nang More info / Tickets
Flight Hanoi - Da Nang $ 49.34–489.93 1h 15m – 1days 5h 3m
  • →  Economy 02:30, 05:30, 05:45, 06:00, 06:25, 07:00, 07:25, 07:30, 08:00, 08:20, 08:25, 09:00, 09:10, 09:50, 10:00, 10:50, 11:00, 11:10, 12:00, 12:10, 13:00, 14:00, 14:05, 15:00, 15:05, 15:30, 15:35, 16:00, 16:25, 16:30, 16:40, 17:00, 17:15, 17:30, 17:50, 18:00, 18:10, 18:35, 18:55, 19:00, 19:10, 19:20, 19:30, 20:00, 20:30, 21:00, 21:10, 21:20, 22:00, 22:05, 22:35, 23:00, 23:10, 23:40, 23:50

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Hanoi to Da Nang?

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

How long is the direct flight from Hanoi to Da Nang?

Vietnam Airlines gives an average flight time of about 1 hour 20 minutes from Noi Bai (HAN) to Da Nang (DAD). A connecting flight takes longer.

How long does the train from Hanoi to Da Nang take?

The Reunification Express trains SE7, SE5, SE9, SE3 and SE1 take about 15 to 17 hours, covering 791 km from Hanoi Railway Station to Da Nang Railway Station.

Which airports or stations serve this route?

The flight uses Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) and arrives at Da Nang International Airport (DAD). The train runs from Hanoi Railway Station to Da Nang Railway Station.

How much does it cost to get from Hanoi to Da Nang?

Vietnam Airlines lists one-way flights from VND 998,181. Train fares from Hanoi to Da Nang or Hue start at VND 380,000 for a hard seat and reach VND 2,077,000 for a 2-berth VIP cabin.

Which option is better, the flight or the train?

The flight is faster. The train suits travelers who want a sleeping berth or to travel overnight. Compare fares for your date, and add transfers at both ends.

What should I include in the total journey time?

Add the trip to the departure airport or Hanoi Railway Station, check-in and baggage, then the transfer from Da Nang airport or station to your address.

Sources and background

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

  1. [1] Vietnam Airlines: Flights from Hanoi to Da Nang (route information). Retrieved October 16, 2026.
  2. [2] Vietnam Railways (Duong sat Viet Nam): Vietnam Railways timetable: Reunification Express (SE) trains. Retrieved October 18, 2026.
  3. [3] Vietnam Tourism (Vietnam National Authority of Tourism): A traveller's guide to Vietnam's airports. Retrieved October 20, 2026.
  4. [4] Vietnam Airlines: Overnight train in Vietnam. 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.