THE SHORT VERSION
Dong Hoi to Hoi An at a glance.
- From
- Dong Hoi Đồng Hới
- To
- Hoi An Hội An
- Road distance
- About 303 km
- Straight line
- 254 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Hoi An to Dong Hoi →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Dong Hoi
Dong Hoi is a coastal city in central Vietnam with a train station and airport. It's the usual connection point for Phong Nha, about 45 km inland, and is served by north–south buses.
- Dong Hoi Bus Station · Bến xe Đồng Hới
Regional and north–south services.
Arriving in Hoi An
Long-distance buses don't always enter the old town; some stop at a guesthouse or on the highway outside town. Check the drop-off and arrange the last few kilometres to your accommodation.
- Hoi An Bus Station · Bến xe Hội An
Local and regional services, mainly towards Da Nang. - Hotel and office pickups
Most sleeper and limousine services to Hue, Nha Trang, Da Lat and beyond board at hotels or operator offices.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- If a guesthouse books your ticket, confirm pickup time and place in writing.
- For an early arrival, ask your hotel about bag storage or early check-in.
KEEP GOING
From Hoi An, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Hoi An
More buses from Dong Hoi
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Dong Hoi from Hoi An by road?+
About 303 km by road (254 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Dong Hoi to Hoi An take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Dong Hoi?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Dong Hoi include Dong Hoi Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Hoi An to Dong Hoi?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Hoi An to Dong Hoi guide.
Where does the bus from Dong Hoi arrive in Hoi An?+
It depends on the operator. In Hoi An, services use Hoi An Bus Station, Hotel and office pickups. Long-distance buses don't always enter the old town; some stop at a guesthouse or on the highway outside town. Check the drop-off and arrange the last few kilometres to your accommodation.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Hoi An?+
Long-distance buses don't always enter the old town; some stop at a guesthouse or on the highway outside town. Check the drop-off and arrange the last few kilometres to your accommodation.
What kind of bus runs from Dong Hoi to Hoi An?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Dong Hoi to Hoi An bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Hoi An by bus?+
Direct buses from Hoi An include Da Nang, Hue, Quy Nhon, Kon Tum, Phong Nha and more. See all connections on our Hoi An bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
12Go: Dong Hoi to Hoi An bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Dong Hoi (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Hoi An (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →