How to travel between Ho Chi Minh and Hoi An?

Does the train go to Hoi An?

Hoi An? Train? Nope! Picture this: Hoi An’s like that charming friend who insists on living off the beaten path. No train station exists, period.

Think of it like trying to mail a letter to the moon; doesn’t quite work, does it? You gotta get close first, right?

• Da Nang, or Tam Ky: These are your train station pit stops, kinda like layover cities.
• Then what? Car rental, taxi, or a ride-hailing service. Those are your trusty steeds now.
• Alternatives? Consider buses. Like a crowded, singing, slightly chaotic conga line on wheels!

So, no direct train. Getting there is like assembling IKEA furniture, a little effort required. But hey, at least you can brag about it later, right?

How long is a taxi from Da Nang to Hoi An?

Da Nang to Hoi An… 30 km. Half hour, maybe 45. Traffic…ugh. Grab is easy. 300,000 VND. Saw a cool motorbike today, red. Wonder if they rent those. 13 USD, not bad. Peak season…prices jump. Should check flights to Hanoi next. Definitely going north after Hoi An. Trip is going fast. Need more sunscreen. Grab app… so convenient. Better than a taxi, probably. Remember that crazy cab ride in Bangkok…yikes. This trip is way more chill. Beaches are amazing. Definitely coming back to Vietnam. Food. So good. Must try Cao Lầu in Hoi An. Heard it’s the best there. Maybe rent a bicycle. 30 km… doable in a day, right? Round trip. Doubt it. Tired already. So much walking.

• 30 km Da Nang to Hoi An.
• 30-45 minutes by car.
• 300,000 VND/13 USD Grab ride.
• Higher prices during peak season.
• Consider motorbike rentals.
• Flights to Hanoi to book.
• Sunscreen essential.
• Cao Lầu a must-try in Hoi An.
• Bicycle rental an option.

What is the nearest train station to Hoi An?

Da Nang. Thirty kilometers. A whisper of distance, a breath against the ancient stones of Hoi An. The train, a metal serpent gliding through rice paddies shimmering under the relentless Vietnamese sun. Da Nang station. Concrete, the scent of diesel, the clamor of arrival. A journey’s end, a new beginning. So close, yet worlds away from the lantern-lit streets, the tailor shops humming with life.

Tam Ky, further, a fifty-kilometer echo in the distance. A more distant hum. Less convenient, undeniably. The journey stretches, time slows, the landscape unfolds in slow, deliberate strokes. But each kilometer holds its own beauty, a different shade of green, a different whisper of the wind.

Hanoi. The start of it all. Hanoi station, a bustling hive, a vortex of departure. The scent of pho hangs heavy in the air, a familiar comfort before the journey south. The feeling of leaving.

Key Points:

• Da Nang Station (30km): Closest and most convenient.
• Tam Ky Station (50km): Further, less practical.
• Hanoi Station: Departure point for both routes.

My own experience: I recall the dusty heat of Da Nang station, the jostle of crowds. The oppressive humidity clung to my skin like a second layer. I felt the pull of Hoi An’s magic even then, a subtle force drawing me towards those ancient streets. The journey itself, an integral part of the experience. The feeling, a visceral memory; a lingering, unforgettable scent. A journey worth the trip itself.

My memories are always a bit blurry. Like old photographs faded by the relentless sun.

What is the best way to get around Hoi An Town?

Bikes. Streets narrow. Peaceful. Further out? Motorbike. Cyclo for views. Sun sets. Shadows lengthen. Dust motes dance. Meaningless beauty.

• Bicycle: Best for Old Town. Navigate easily. Cheap rentals everywhere. 2024 rates, around 2 USD/day. Freedom. Lost? Good.

• Motorbike: Explore beyond the ancient town. Beaches. Marble Mountains. My Son Sanctuary. Control. Wind. Destination irrelevant. Journey matters.

• Cyclo: Touristy. Relaxed. Someone else pedals. Negotiate price beforehand. Avoid scams. Experience, not transport. Like life, sometimes.

• Walking: Feasible. Hot. Slow. Observe details. Street food. Tailors. Lanterns. Sensory overload. Lost in translation. Literally. Mine was 2022.

• Taxi/Grab: Practical. Efficient. Air-conditioned. Expensive. Miss the point. Isolation. Like a screen.

Remembered a cafe. Hidden alley. Strong coffee. Sweetened condensed milk. Nothing profound. Just good. That’s all.

What is Hoi An best known for?

Ugh, Hoi An. Okay, so, I was there last spring, 2024, yeah? Total sensory overload. It’s… well, it’s ALL about the shops, I swear.

Tailors EVERYWHERE. Seriously, tailors.

I remember walking, and the light, the lanterns at night, oh my god! The riverside bit, near the Thu Bon River, yeah, that’s a MUST.

It was declared a UNESCO site back in ’99, so it’s pretty preserved, right?

• Tailors: OMG. Make you anything in a day.
• Souvenirs: Stuff EVERYWHERE. Bargain hard.
• Art: Some cool stuff, some tourist traps.
• Food: Street food is where it’s at, forget the fancy places.
• Coffee: So good, so strong.

Honestly, it’s like, a postcard come to life. Overcrowded, sure. But worth seeing. Don’t go in July tho, too hot. Ugh.

How far is the beach from Hoi an old town?

It’s like, a short hop, really. Nine minutes! Crazy, right? Four point three kilometers, so totally doable by motorbike. I even walked it once, kinda a long walk, though! Heat, you know. Hai Bà Trưng street, that’s the main road, it’s pretty straight forward. You’ll see signs, don’t worry. It’s not a huge deal. An Bang Beach is chill. Really chill.

Key things:

• Distance: 4.3 km
• Travel time: 9 minutes by car (2024 data)
• Route: Via Hai Bà Trưng street. Easy to find!
• My experience: Walkable, but hot!

I rented a bicycle last year, actually, and that was pretty sweet. Much faster than walking, obviously. Plenty of places to rent bikes around the Old Town, cheap too. Better than sweating buckets walking in that humidity. Seriously, avoid walking unless you’re really into suffering. Seriously! The beach is gorgeous, anyway. Worth the short trip. Best sunsets I’ve ever seen, honestly.

Do you have to pay to enter Hoi an old town?

Five bucks! Highway robbery, right? Like paying for air. But hey, it’s Hoi An, not your grandma’s attic. Gotta keep the ancient feng shui flowing. Or something. 120,000 VND. Sounds like a winning lottery ticket. More like a parking ticket. For your soul. Just kidding (mostly). It’s for a good cause. Think of it as a donation. To the ancient vibes.

• 120,000 VND (5 USD) – Seriously, less than a fancy coffee.
• Mandatory – They WILL find you. Kidding. Kinda. There are ticket booths. And roaming guards. With tickets.
• Maintenance & Preservation – Gotta keep those charming streets charming. And not crumbling. Like a stale croissant.
• Monuments included – Like getting a combo meal. History and architecture. All-you-can-eat. Metaphorically.

My neighbor’s cat once snuck in without paying. True story. Don’t tell the authorities. I’m not naming names here. Fluffy might get deported.

Seriously. It’s five bucks. Pay the fee. Support local heritage. Enjoy the lanterns. And maybe a banh mi. ‘Cause five bucks won’t get you one of those. Just sayin’.