Best Ways: How to Get from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh

Are you looking for the best ways to get from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh? Ho Chi Minh is an unmissable city in Vietnam, so don’t miss it on your Vietnam Itinerary.

The city formerly named Saigon is the perfect place to get a glimpse of Vietnam’s chaotic traffic and visit historic sights. Join a street food and sightseeing motorbike tour, visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, take a Mekong Delta tour, and see the War Remnants Museum.

Getting to Ho Chi Minh may seem difficult, but depending on your time and budget, there are a few ways to get there. You can easily get to Ho Chi Minh by train, bus, or plane.

In this ultimate guide, you will find all the ways to get from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh, such as the cheapest and quickest way to travel, journey times, and how much a plane or bus ticket costs.

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Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh Distance

The distance between Ho Chi Minh City (HCMC) and Hoi An is about 900 km, which is 16-24 hours, depending on traffic and mode of transport.

Hoi An does not have its own airport or railway station! Therefore, you will need to get to Da Nang first and then travel to Ho Chi Minh City from there.

Scroll down for more information about which transport is the best for you, how long the journey takes, and how much a train or bus ticket will cost.

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Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh by Flight

There are no direct flights from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh, as Hoi An has no airport. The nearest airport is the Da Nang International Airport (airport code DAD).

The easiest and fastest way to get to Ho Chi Minh is by plane. Vietnam Airlines, Bamboo Airways, and VietJet Air operate several daily flights from Da Nang to Tan Son Nhat International Airport (airport code SGN).

The flight takes just 1.5 hours, and plane tickets start from 55 USD (without luggage) per person for one way.

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Hoi An to Da Nang

The distance between Hoi An and Da Nang Airport is approximately 30 km, and the journey takes only 45-60 minutes, depending on traffic.

A taxi cost from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport starts from 12 USD, depending on the number of passengers, time of day, etc. If you are not traveling alone, the price is affordable.

Book private transfer.

Before you get in the taxi, be sure to agree on a price with the driver. The taxi drivers do not accept card payments, so you should bring local money!

There are no trains between Da Nang and Hoi An. So the cheapest way to reach Da Nang is by bus. Buses run several times a day. The travel time is approximately 1-1.5 hours.

The bus tickets start from 3 USD, depending on the type of bus.

Get bus tickets via 12Go or Bookaway.

Ho Chi Minh Airport to City Center

It takes approximately 20-45 minutes to reach the city center from Ho Chi Minh Airport. You can get to the city center by taxi, shared minivan, bus, or private transfer.

A taxi cost from Ho Chi Minh Airport to the city center (District 1) starts from 6 USD, depending on the number of passengers, time of day, etc. If you are not traveling alone, the price is affordable.

Alternatively, book a private transfer from Tan Son Nhat Airport to the city center (any hotel), which starts from 19 USD, and 5 pax are allowed.

Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City by Bus

One of the best ways to reach Ho Chi Minh is by sleeper bus. As these are direct buses, you don’t have to worry about additional transfers to get to Ho Chi Minh City.

The travel time is approximately 23.5-24 hours, depending on traffic.

The sleeping bus to Ho Chi Minh is a great way to save money on your trip to Vietnam. The bus tickets start from 32 USD per person.

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Buy your bus tickets online through 12Go or Bookaway.

The A/C buses run from Hoi An Hanh Cafe to Pham Ngu Lao Bus Station. Buses depart only three times a day at 17:40, 17:50, and 18:00. You can easily reach Hoi An Hanh Cafe from the Ancient Town by a 20-minute walk or taxi. We recommend you arrive at the bus station at least 30 minutes before departure.

Book a full-day tour of Ho Chi Minh City, including the Cu Chi Tunnels and the River cruise on the Mekong Delta via Viator or GetYourGuide.

Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh by Train

Are you looking for the cheapest way to reach Ho Chi Minh? There are no trains between Ho Chi Minh and Hoi An. But from Da Nang, you can easily take a sleeper train to Ho Chi Minh.

The train journey to Ho Chi Minh takes 18.5-21 hours. As trains only run five times a day, tickets sell out quickly. Therefore, we recommend buying them days in advance online (especially in high season).

Get train tickets via 12Go or Bookaway.

As the cabins are air-conditioned, pack warm clothes! The train tickets start from 23 USD, depending on the type of train.

Check train timetables and fares HERE.

Saigon (Ho Chi Minh City) train station is located in District 3, just 15-20 minutes by taxi from District 1, where most hotels are located.

Where to Stay in Ho Chi Minh

Ho Chi Minh City has some luxury hotels, but accommodation options are available for all budgets. These are our recommendations.

Best hotels in Ho Chi Minh, Vietnam

Luxury: La Vela Saigon Hotel
Mid-Range: Au Lac Legend Hotel
Budget: Woody House Saigon Center

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Best Ways: How to Get from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh