THE SHORT VERSION
Da Nang to Phong Nha at a glance.
- From
- Da Nang Đà Nẵng
- Road distance
- About 315 km
- Straight line
- 267 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~4 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Phong Nha to Da Nang →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Da Nang
Da Nang is central Vietnam's main transport hub, with good bus links to Hoi An, Hue and long-distance sleeper routes along the coast and into Laos. The central bus station is a few kilometres west of the city centre.
- Da Nang Central Bus Station · Bến xe Trung tâm Đà Nẵng
Long-distance and regional services, including sleeper buses north and south and some cross-border buses to Laos.
Arriving in Phong Nha
Overnight buses from Hanoi often arrive very early in the morning. Check that someone can let you into your accommodation.
- Village stops in Phong Nha (Son Trach)
Sleeper buses stop on the main road. Some companies stop at their partner hotels.
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.
- Dong Hoi, about 45 km away, has the nearest airport and train station.
- Cave tours often need advance booking in busy months.
KEEP GOING
From Phong Nha, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Phong Nha
More buses from Da Nang
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Da Nang from Phong Nha by road?+
About 315 km by road (267 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Da Nang to Phong Nha take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 15 min 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 Da Nang?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Da Nang include Da Nang Central Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Phong Nha to Da Nang?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Phong Nha to Da Nang guide.
Where does the bus from Da Nang arrive in Phong Nha?+
It depends on the operator. In Phong Nha, services use Village stops in Phong Nha (Son Trach). Overnight buses from Hanoi often arrive very early in the morning. Check that someone can let you into your accommodation.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Phong Nha?+
Overnight buses from Hanoi often arrive very early in the morning. Check that someone can let you into your accommodation.
What kind of bus runs from Da Nang to Phong Nha?+
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 Da Nang to Phong Nha 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 Phong Nha by bus?+
Direct buses from Phong Nha include Dong Hoi, Hue, Hoi An, Ninh Binh, Tam Coc and more. See all connections on our Phong Nha bus page.
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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.
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