How to travel from Hội An to Dong Hoi, Vietnam

The distance between Hội An and Dong Hoi is around 288km (179 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3h 25m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Hội An to Dong Hoi by train, bus, car and plane. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out Dong HoiHội An if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Danang (DAD) to Dong Hoi (VDH).

  • Duration3h 25m
  • Flight time2h 20m
  • Typical cost
    ₫1,567,400($67)
Operated by

Bamboo Airways

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2 similiar routes

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Train

Take the train to Dong Hoi.

  • Duration5h 60m
  • Departs5 times a day
  • Typical cost
    ₫888,970($38)
Operated by

Vietnam Railways

💰 Cheapest
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bus
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bus
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Bus

Take the bus to Da Nang and then to Dong Hoi Quang Binh.

  • Duration7h 45m
  • Departsevery 20 mins
  • Typical cost
    ₫233,940($10)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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car
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Drive

Drive to Đồng Hới.

  • Duration4h 15m
  • Distance288km (179 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Hội An and Dong Hoi

There are several options for getting from Hội An to Dong Hoi by train, bus, car and plane. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around ₫233,940 ($10) and will take around 7h 45m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3h 25m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately ₫1,567,400 ($67).

The distance between Hội An and Dong Hoi is around 288km (179 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 254km (158 miles)

It takes around 5h 60m to get from Hội An and Dong Hoi by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 15m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Hội An to Dong Hoi is to fly which takes around 3h 25m and will set you back approx ₫1,567,400 ($67).

The cheapest way to travel between Hội An and Dong Hoi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around ₫233,940 ($10) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Hội An and Dong Hoi. It typically takes around 5h 60m and departs 5 times a day.

There are no direct train services that runs from Hội An to Dong Hoi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Da Nang and Dong Hoi. These services run 5 times a day and will take a minimum of 5h 60m.

Vietnam Railways run train services between Hội An and Dong Hoi. Trains depart 5 times a day and will take around 5h 60m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Hội An and Dong Hoi. It typically takes around 7h 45m and departs every 20 mins.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Hội An to Dong Hoi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Da Nang. These services run every 20 mins and will take a minimum of 7h 45m.

Danang Bus and Hoang Long run regular bus services between Hội An and Dong Hoi. Buses run every 20 mins and take around 7h 45m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Hội An and Dong Hoi. Flights depart from Danang (DAD) and arrive at Dong Hoi (VDH) - via Noi Bai International (HAN). The flight takes around 2h 20m.

There is no direct flight from Hội An to Dong Hoi. There is however a flight that goes via Noi Bai International (HAN). This services will take at least 3h 25m (not including layover time).

The flight from Hội An to Dong Hoi typically takes around 2h 20m. Flights depart from Danang (DAD) and and arrive into Dong Hoi (VDH).

The closest major airport to Dong Hoi is Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) (VDH) which is approximately 6km (4 miles) from Dong Hoi. Phu Bai International Airport (HUI) (HUI) and Da Nang International Airport (DAD) (DAD) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Hội An and Dong Hoi. The distance is around 288km (179 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 15m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Hội An to Dong Hoi is to take the train which takes, on average, 5h 60m and will usually cost around ₫888,970 ($38).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Hội An and Dong Hoi

Transport options from Hội An to Dong Hoi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 2 similar
3h 25m
₫1,567,400($67)
hourly1,084km (674 miles)
Train and Plane5h 10m
₫6,246,200($265)
once daily1,402km (871 miles)
Bus and Plane5h 50m
₫2,035,280($87)
twice daily1,138km (707 miles)
Train
5h 60m
₫888,970($38)
5 times a day303km (188 miles)
Bus
7h 45m
₫233,940($10)
every 20 mins312km (194 miles)
Drive
4h 15m
₫514,670($22)
on demand288km (179 miles)

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Airports near Dong Hoi

The following major airports near Dong Hoi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Vietnam and internationally.

VDH
Dong Hoi Airport (VDH)
Domestic Airport
Distance
6km (4 miles) from Dong Hoi
HUI
Phu Bai International Airport (HUI)
International Airport
Distance
166km (103 miles) from Dong Hoi
DAD
Da Nang International Airport (DAD)
International Airport
Distance
231km (143 miles) from Dong Hoi