How to Get From Ho Chi Minh To Hoi An in 2026

Ho Chi Minh City is 900 km from Hoi An by road. Indian tourists reach Hoi An from Ho Chi Minh City by flight via Da Nang (2 hr 30 min door-to-door), overnight sleeper bus (18–20 hours), train (16–18 hours), or private car transfer (14–16 hours). No flight lands directly in Hoi An, because the city has no airport — Da Nang International Airport (IATA: DAD) is the air gateway, sitting 35 km from Hoi An Ancient Town, with a 40–50 minute road transfer required after landing.

This Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An guide from Vietnamtour.in for Indian tourists in 2026 compares all 4 transport options across cost in INR, total travel time, comfort level, and suitability for Indian families, couples, and solo travellers — followed by tour packages, the best travel timing, and the practical pre-trip knowledge required for the journey.

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How Far Is Ho Chi Minh City from Hoi An and How Long Does the Journey Take?

Ho Chi Minh City is 900 km from Hoi An by road via National Highway QL1A, and approximately 600 km by air from Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) to Da Nang Airport (DAD). The Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An journey covers the southern half of Vietnam from south to centre, with travel time ranging from 2 hr 30 min by flight to 20 hours by sleeper bus.
How Far Is Ho Chi Minh City from Hoi An and How Long Does the Journey Take
How Far Is Ho Chi Minh City from Hoi An and How Long Does the Journey Take
Transport Route Total Travel Time Starting Cost (VND) Starting Cost (INR)
Flight SGN → DAD + 35 km transfer ~2 hrs 30 min 2,935,000 + 205,000 ₹9,950 + ₹700
Sleeper Bus HCM → Hoi An direct 18–20 hrs from 510,000 from ₹1,700
Train HCM → Da Nang + 35 km transfer 16–18 hrs from 695,000 from ₹2,350
Private Car HCM → Hoi An direct 14–16 hrs from 2,500,000/vehicle from ₹8,500/vehicle
Hoi An has no airport and no railway station — both air and rail journeys terminate at Da Nang, requiring a final 35 km ground transfer to reach Hoi An Ancient Town. The fastest option is a flight at 2 hr 30 min total door-to-door. The cheapest option is a sleeper bus for 510,000 VND (₹1,730) per person.

Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Flight — The Fastest Option (1 hr 20 min from ₹9,950)

Flights from Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) to Da Nang (DAD) take 1 hr 20 min and operate daily with VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and Vietravel Airlines — all nonstop. Bamboo Airways operates the Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang route only as a connecting flight, not nonstop, and is not recommended for Indian tourists who want the fastest option.
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Flight
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Flight
The total door-to-door time from central Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An Ancient Town is approximately 2 hr 30 min, including the 35 km Da Nang–Hoi An ground transfer after landing.
Tan Son Nhat Airport Terminal 1 is the domestic departure terminal — Indian tourists already in Ho Chi Minh City use Terminal 1 for domestic flights to Da Nang, not Terminal 2 (international).

VietJet, Vietnam Airlines and Vietravel: Which Airline to Book from Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang

VietJet Air is the cheapest nonstop option from ₹9,950, followed by Vietravel Airlines from ₹13,875 and Vietnam Airlines from ₹14,545 — all covering the 1 hr 20 min SGN–DAD route.
The key difference for Indian tourists is the baggage policy. VietJet charges separately for checked baggage at 200,000 VND (₹680) for 20 kg, while Vietnam Airlines includes 23 kg checked baggage in the base fare. For an Indian tourist carrying 20 kg of luggage, VietJet’s all-in cost works out to approximately ₹10,630, versus ₹14,545 all-in on Vietnam Airlines — VietJet remains the cheapest option even after baggage is added, with a clear ₹3,900 saving per ticket.
The best booking window for Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang flights is 6–8 weeks in advance for the lowest fares. Indian tourists who can shift dates schedule outside Vietnam’s domestic school holiday peaks (April–May, October–November) when fares spike on the SGN–DAD route. Both 12go.asia and MakeMyTrip accept Indian debit and credit cards for Vietnam domestic flight bookings, removing the international payment friction.

Da Nang Airport to Hoi An — Transfer Options and Cost After Landing

Da Nang Airport (DAD) is 35 km from Hoi An Ancient Town — the transfer takes 40–50 minutes by road and costs ₹400–1,400 depending on the option chosen.
3 transfer options are available immediately on arrival at Da Nang Airport:
  • Grab app costs ₹500–700 (145,000–205,000 VND) and is the most reliable choice for Indian tourists — the Grab interface works exactly like Ola or Uber for Indian users, with fare shown upfront and no language barrier.
  • Metered taxis from Mai Linh and Vinasun cost ₹800–1,200 (235,000–355,000 VND) and are available outside the Da Nang Airport arrivals exit without pre-booking.
  • Pre-booked shuttle services cost ₹400–600 per seat and are the cheapest option for Indian tourists, but operate as shared transfers and require advance booking.
Pre-arranged airport transfers booked through a Vietnam tour operator are included in most package itineraries — Indian tourists on a guided Vietnam tour pay no additional cost for the Da Nang Airport to Hoi An leg.

Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An by Sleeper Bus — 18 to 20 Hours, from VND 510,000 (₹1,700)

Sleeper buses from Ho Chi Minh City depart from Mien Dong Bus Station and reach Hoi An in 18–20 hours, with tickets ranging from 510,000 VND (₹1,700) for standard sleeper pods up to 1,800,000 VND (₹6,100) for premium VIP cabin sleepers on operators Phuong Trang (Futa Bus), The Sinh Tourist, and Kumho Samco.
Standard sleeper pods cost 510,000–800,000 VND (₹1,700–2,700) and feature fully reclining seats arranged in 3 rows with individual curtains, AC throughout, and personal reading lights — comparable to Volvo AC sleeper coaches on Indian overnight routes such as Delhi–Manali or Mumbai–Goa.
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Sleeper Bus
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Sleeper Bus
VIP cabin sleepers cost 1,500,000–1,800,000 VND (₹5,100–6,100) and offer enclosed individual cabins with a lockable door, premium bedding, and personal entertainment screens — the closest equivalent to a hotel room on wheels for the long overnight haul.
Phuong Trang (Futa Bus) is the largest bus operator in southern Vietnam, government-licensed, and widely used by international tourists. Indian families travelling with elderly parents or children book Phuong Trang sleeper buses without safety concerns.
A standard Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An sleeper bus saves ₹7,250–8,250 per person compared to the cheapest nonstop flight, but adds 16–18 hours of travel time and effectively replaces one night of hotel accommodation.
The Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An sleeper bus route includes 1–2 scheduled rest stops through Phan Thiet and Nha Trang, where vegetarian food options at highway restaurants are limited. Indian tourists carry packaged snacks, fruits, and bottled water from Ho Chi Minh City. Indian travellers with strict Jain or pure-vegetarian needs face an 18–20 hour window where Phan Thiet and Nha Trang highway stops cannot reliably serve food matching dietary requirements. Vietnamtour.in supplies pre-packed Indian meal kits — Veg, Jain, and Halal — through its Indian-chef-led restaurant partnerships in Ho Chi Minh City before sleeper bus departure, a specialised service developed by 70+ specialists with 10+ years of Indian market experience.
The 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM evening departure is the recommended choice, arriving in Hoi An from mid-morning to noon the following day.

Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An by Train — 16 to 18 Hours on the Reunification Express

The Reunification Express (Thống Nhất) departs daily from Sai Gon Railway Station in Ho Chi Minh City and reaches Da Nang Station in 16–18 hours. Da Nang is the alighting point on the Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An train route, as Hoi An has no railway station of its own.
The Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An train journey runs overnight with sleeping berths available across multiple comfort classes. SE1 and SE3 are the recommended express services for Indian tourists travelling the Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang route.
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Train
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Train
The Reunification Express follows Vietnam’s central coastline for much of the Ho Chi Minh City to Da Nang route, and coastal views are visible in the early morning hours as the train approaches Da Nang — a scenic dimension that flights and buses cannot offer.

Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang Train: SE1, SE3 Schedule and Ticket Prices in INR

SE1 departs Sai Gon at 19:00 and arrives Da Nang at approximately 11:30 the next day (16 hr 30 min). SE3 departs at 19:20 and arrives Da Nang at approximately 12:35 (17 hr 15 min). Both SE1 and SE3 services run daily and connect to onward Da Nang to Hoi An ground transfers.
Class Configuration Price (VND) Price (INR)
Soft Seat Padded reclining seat 695,000 ₹2,355
Hard Sleeper 6-berth Open bunk, 6 per cabin 1,080,000–1,200,000 ₹3,660–4,070
Soft Sleeper 4-berth Enclosed cabin, 4 berths 1,270,000–1,300,000 ₹4,305–4,405
Soft Sleeper 4-berth at 1,270,000–1,300,000 VND (₹4,305–4,405) is the recommended class for Indian families — the enclosed Soft Sleeper 4-berth cabin has a lockable door, linen and pillows are provided, and there is a dedicated space for luggage.
Hard Sleeper 6-berth offers the next-best value at 1,080,000–1,200,000 VND (₹3,660–4,070) but runs as an open-bunk configuration without cabin doors, suited to solo travellers or budget-conscious couples.
The Vietnam Railways official website (dsvn.vn) and 12go.asia both accept Indian credit cards directly for online booking. Indian tourists book Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang train tickets at least 2 weeks in advance during peak season (November–April), as SE1 soft sleeper cabins sell out first on the Ho Chi Minh to Da Nang route.

Da Nang Station to Hoi An — Final 35 km Transfer by Taxi or Grab

Da Nang Railway Station is 35 km from Hoi An Ancient Town — the Da Nang Station to Hoi An transfer takes 40–50 minutes and costs 175,000–265,000 VND (₹595–900) by Grab or metered taxi. Grab operates throughout Da Nang city with the same app interface used at Da Nang Airport.
Total Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An train cost per person: 1,445,000–1,565,000 VND (₹4,900–5,305) — calculated as SE1 Soft Sleeper at 1,270,000–1,300,000 VND (₹4,305–4,405) plus the Da Nang Station to Hoi An transfer at 175,000–265,000 VND (₹595–900).
The Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An train option costs more than the standard sleeper bus at 510,000–800,000 VND (₹1,700–2,700), which delivers Indian tourists directly to Hoi An without a Da Nang transfer.
The train delivers a more comfortable, cabin-private overnight experience — better suited to Indian families travelling with children, couples, and senior travellers who prioritise space and quiet over the lowest fare.

Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Private Car — VND 2,500,000 to VND 9,000,000 (₹8,500 to ₹30,500) per Vehicle for Families and Groups

A private car with a driver from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An covers 900 km in 14–16 hours and costs 2,500,000–9,000,000 VND (₹8,475–30,510) per vehicle, not per person.
Vehicle Capacity Price (VND) Price (INR)
4-seater sedan 3 passengers + luggage 2,500,000–4,500,000 ₹8,475–15,255
7-seater MPV 6 passengers + luggage 3,500,000–6,000,000 ₹11,865–20,340
16-seater minivan 12 passengers + luggage 5,000,000–9,000,000 ₹16,950–30,510
For an Indian family of 5 travelling together in a 7-seater MPV, the per-person cost works out to 700,000–1,200,000 VND (₹2,375–4,070) per person. For Indian families of 5 or more, a private Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An car at ₹2,375–4,070 per person is significantly cheaper than 5 individual VietJet flight tickets at ₹9,950 each — and the private car avoids the additional 35 km Da Nang Airport transfer charge entirely.
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Private Car
Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An by Private Car
Indian driving licences are not valid for self-driving in Vietnam — all private Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An car bookings include a Vietnamese driver, fuel, and tolls at the quoted price.
The flexibility of a private vehicle is the strongest argument for Indian groups: the Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An route can include scenic stops at Mui Ne beach (180 km from Ho Chi Minh City), Nha Trang (430 km), or Da Lat as overnight additions, converting a one-way transfer into a multi-day coastal road trip.
Booking through a Vietnam tour operator delivers fixed pricing with no surge charges, vetted English-speaking drivers, and 24-hour breakdown support — all of which matter on a 900 km drive. Indian families locked in a 900 km private car booking from outside Vietnam face a vetting gap — operator claims about driver’s English fluency, vehicle age, and emergency response rarely come with verifiable proof before payment. Vietnamtour.in’s tailor-made tour service deploys English-speaking drivers vetted through the operator’s 70+ specialist team, with 24-hour breakdown coordination handled across offices in both Vietnam and India — an operating standard recognised with TripAdvisor Best of the Best 2023 (top 1% of travel operators globally).

Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An Tour Packages for Indian Tourists: 2-Day, 3-Day, and 4-Day Options

Indian tourists who want their Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An journey fully arranged — including transport, accommodation, guided tours, and meals — book structured tour packages as the most seamless option.
Tour packages covering both Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An handle intercity flights, Da Nang airport transfers, hotel bookings, and day tours within a single itinerary, removing the need for Indian tourists to coordinate bookings across 4 different vendors. Indian travellers can browse Vietnam tour packages from India to compare Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An options by duration and budget.
Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An Tour Packages for Indian Tourists
Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An Tour Packages for Indian Tourists

Guided Tour Cost from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An for 2 People and Family Groups in INR

Guided tour packages from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An start from ₹18,000 per person for a 2-night budget package and reach ₹50,000+ per person for a 4-night premium experience.
Tier Duration Price per Person (INR) Includes
Budget 2 nights ₹18,000–25,000 Flight SGN–DAD, transfer, 2★–3★ hotel, Ancient Town walk
Mid-range 3 nights ₹28,000–40,000 Flight, transfer, 4★ hotel, My Son Sanctuary, cooking class
Premium 4 nights ₹50,000+ Private transfer, 5★ resort, all guided tours, meals
Vegetarian, Jain, and Halal meal options are available on request for Indian tourists on Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An tour packages — Indian tourists specify these dietary requirements at the time of booking, not on arrival, so hotels and restaurant partners prepare in advance.
Indian tourists booking Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An packages independently face fragmented coordination across flight, transfer, hotel, and Indian-diet meal vendors. Vietnamtour.in, the No.1 Premium Vietnam Tour Operator for Indians serving 428,000+ Indian travellers since 2015, runs dedicated Indian-cuisine partnerships in both Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An, with Ms. Huyen Tran (Director of Operations) overseeing on-ground meal coordination for Jain and pure-vegetarian groups.
Indian tourists are planning their time in Hoi An after arrival — including tailoring, Cham Islands snorkelling, and the Ancient Town lantern circuit — find a full activity breakdown in our things to do in Hoi An guide.

Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An to Hanoi — 10-Day Vietnam Itinerary for Indian Tourists

The most common Vietnam itinerary for Indian tourists combines Ho Chi Minh City (2–3 nights), Hoi An (2–3 nights), and Hanoi (2 nights) in a 10-day south-to-north circuit.
The standard 10-day Vietnam route flows: fly into Ho Chi Minh City (SGN) → travel to Hoi An via Da Nang → travel north to Hanoi → fly out from Hanoi (HAN). This south-to-north routing eliminates backtracking, uses only 1–2 domestic flights, and fits within the 10–14 day annual leave window most Indian working professionals can take in a single trip.
Flying out from Hanoi rather than returning to Ho Chi Minh City saves one additional domestic flight and 4–5 hours of travel time on the final day of the 10-day Vietnam itinerary.

Best Time to Travel from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An for Indian Tourists

November to April is the best time for Indian tourists to travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An. Both Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An experience dry, sunny weather with low humidity from November to April, and the Da Nang to Hoi An coastal stretch is at its most reliable for outdoor activities.
Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An sit on different monsoon timelines. Ho Chi Minh City’s wet season runs May–October, while Hoi An’s wet season runs October–December. October is a transitional month where Ho Chi Minh City is drying out, but Hoi An is still wet — a detail many first-time Indian visitors miss when planning the Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An trip.
Travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An for Indian Tourists
Indian Tourists Travelling from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An
Month HCM Weather Hoi An Weather Recommended?
Nov–Apr Dry, 28–34°C Dry, 22–30°C ✅ Best period
May–Jun Early wet, 30–35°C Dry, 28–33°C ✅ Good — Hoi An still dry
Jul–Sep Wet season Hot, humid ⚠️ Avoid Hoi An
Oct Drying out Flood risk ❌ Hoi An flood season
Hoi An’s Ancient Town floods annually during October–December, and several alley streets become inaccessible for hours or days when the Thu Bon River rises. Indian tourists travelling to Hoi An during October–December monitor flood advisories before booking non-refundable accommodation in the Ancient Town.
Diwali (October–November) falls at the edge of Hoi An’s wet season — Indian tourists planning Diwali travel aim for the second half of November rather than late October. Holi (March) and the Indian summer school break (May–June) both fall in the dry-season window for the Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An route and are well-suited for family travel.
Indian tourists book flights and hotels 8–10 weeks in advance for Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An travel during the December–January peak season, when both Indian winter holidays and international Christmas–New Year traffic compete for the same inventory.
First-time Indian visitors planning the Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An trip around Diwali or Holi often miss the Hoi An flood-window overlap until after non-refundable bookings are confirmed. Vietnamtour.in publishes 1,900+ verified 5-star TripAdvisor reviews and 900+ Google Reviews from Indian travellers, alongside Times of India coverage as a top Vietnam travel brand for the Indian market — verifiable references Indian planners cross-check before locking dates against monsoon timelines.

Da Nang or Hoi An: Where Should Indian Tourists Stay After Travelling from Ho Chi Minh City?

Indian tourists who prioritise heritage, tailoring, and Ancient Town evenings stay in Hoi An. Indian tourists who want a beach resort base with easier city access choose Da Nang.
Factor Da Nang Hoi An
Hotel cost (INR/night) ₹3,500–8,000 ₹2,500–12,000
Beach quality My Khe Beach — wide, excellent An Bang Beach — quieter, 4 km from town
Indian restaurants Limited Better availability
Nightlife Active bar/club scene Quiet, closes by 11:00 PM
Distance to airport 5 km 35 km
Ancient Town access 35 km, 40 min Walking distance
My Son Sanctuary (70 km from Hoi An) and Marble Mountains (28 km from Da Nang) are accessible from both Da Nang and Hoi An within 1 hour by road.
Staying in Da Nang and day-tripping to Hoi An is a viable approach for budget-conscious Indian tourists — the Da Nang base saves on Hoi An hotel rates while still allowing full access to Ancient Town activities, lantern evenings, and tailoring shops. Indian tourists who choose Da Nang as their base find a full guide to Da Nang’s beaches, Ba Na Hills cable car, Dragon Bridge, and accommodation zones in our Da Nang travel guide.
Da Nang or Hoi An
Da Nang or Hoi An

5 Things Indian Tourists Must Know Before Travelling from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An

These 5 points are specific to the Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An journey and affect transport choice, arrival planning, and on-the-ground experience for Indian passport holders.
Hoi an ancient town
The Beautiful Hoi An Ancient Town in Hoi An
  1. Hoi An has no airport and no railway station. Both air and rail journeys from Ho Chi Minh City end at Da Nang. Indian tourists budget an additional 45–60 minutes and ₹600–1,400 for the final ground transfer to Hoi An Ancient Town, regardless of whether they arrive by flight or train.
  2. One Indian e-visa covers the entire Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An journey. No separate domestic travel permit is needed to move between Ho Chi Minh City and Hoi An within Vietnam. A single valid Vietnamese e-visa or visa-on-arrival approval covers all intercity travel for Indian passport holders for the duration of stay.
  3. Indian tourists book sleeper bus and train tickets at least 7–10 days in advance during peak season. SE1 soft sleeper 4-berth cabins and Phuong Trang sleeper bus pods on the Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An route sell out first during November–April. Last-minute booking often forces Indian tourists to downgrade to soft seats or hard sleeper open-bunk configurations, both of which significantly reduce overnight comfort on a 16–20 hour journey.
  4. Hoi An Ancient Town charges a separate entry fee. The Hoi An Ancient Town 5-attraction entry pass costs approximately ₹450–600 per person and is not included in any flight, bus, or train ticket. Indian tourists buy the Hoi An Ancient Town pass at official ticket booths at Ancient Town entry points — not from street vendors who may sell counterfeit tickets at marked-up rates.
  5. Indian tourists carry Vietnamese Dong (VND) cash for use in Hoi An. Tailors, street food stalls, cycle rickshaws, and smaller guesthouses inside Hoi An Ancient Town prefer or require cash payment. Indian tourists withdraw VND at Da Nang Airport ATMs immediately after landing, as ATM availability inside Hoi An Ancient Town is limited and frequently runs out of cash on weekends and public holidays.
For a full breakdown of Hoi An’s entry zones, Ancient Town ticket rules, vegetarian food options, and what to expect on arrival, see our Hoi An travel guide.

Frequently Asked Questions: Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An for Indian Tourists

Is There a Direct Flight from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An?

No, there is no direct flight from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An because Hoi An has no airport. All flights from Ho Chi Minh City route to Da Nang International Airport (DAD), with nonstop flight time of 1 hr 20 min on VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, or Vietravel Airlines. A Grab or metered taxi from Da Nang Airport to Hoi An adds 40–50 minutes and costs ₹700–1,400 per vehicle.

Is the Overnight Sleeper Bus from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An Safe for Indian Tourists?

Yes, the overnight sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An is safe for Indian tourists. Sleeper buses operated by Phuong Trang (Futa Bus) and The Sinh Tourist are government-licensed, run daily, and are widely used by both Vietnamese and international travellers.
The 18–20 hour Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An sleeper bus journey is comparable to overnight Volvo AC sleeper coaches on long-distance Indian routes such as Delhi–Manali or Mumbai–Goa. Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An sleeper buses feature fully reclining sleeper pods, AC, curtain privacy, and 1–2 scheduled rest stops.
Indian tourists carry packaged snacks from the Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An sleeper bus, as vegetarian food options at highway rest stops are limited.

How Many Days Should Indian Tourists Spend Travelling from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An?

Indian tourists travelling from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An by flight use 1 travel day — an evening flight from Ho Chi Minh City arrives in Hoi An by 10:00 PM the same night.
By sleeper bus or train, one overnight Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An journey delivers arrival the following morning.
A minimum of 2 full days in Hoi An covers the Ancient Town, My Son Sanctuary, and tailoring. A 3-night stay in Hoi An is the most common duration for Indian tourists combining Hoi An with Ho Chi Minh City in a 7–10 day Vietnam itinerary.

What Is the Cheapest Way to Get from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An?

The sleeper bus is the cheapest from Ho Chi Minh to Hoi An option, starting at 510,000 VND (₹1,700) per person for standard sleeper pods in Phuong Trang or The Sinh Tourist — approximately 5–6x cheaper than the lowest nonstop flight fare. Premium VIP cabin sleepers cost up to 1,800,000 VND (₹6,100).
The train is the next cheapest from Ho Chi Minh City to Hoi An, at 695,000–1,300,000 VND (₹2,355–4,405) depending on class, plus 175,000–265,000 VND (₹595–900) for the Da Nang Station to Hoi An transfer.
Budget flight fares start from ₹9,950 on VietJet but require an additional ₹700–1,400 for the Da Nang Airport to Hoi An transfer.

How Do Indian Tourists Travel Back from Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City?

The Hoi An to Ho Chi Minh City return journey uses the same 4 transport options in reverse: flight, train, sleeper bus, or private car. By flight: Indian tourists take a Grab or taxi from Hoi An to Da Nang Airport (35 km, 40 min), then fly Da Nang to Ho Chi Minh City (DAD–SGN) in 1 hr 20 min. By train: Indian tourists transfer from Hoi An to Da Nang Railway Station and board a southbound SE2, SE4, SE6, SE8, SE10, or SE22 service toward Ho Chi Minh City.
Indian tourists returning to Ho Chi Minh City for a final night before their international flight home find accommodation zones, last-day itinerary ideas, and Tan Son Nhat Airport transfer options in our Ho Chi Minh City travel guide.