THE SHORT VERSION
Hanoi to Hoi An at a glance.
- From
- Hanoi Hà Nội
- To
- Hoi An Hội An
- Road distance
- About 796 km
- Straight line
- 629 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~10 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Hoi An to Hanoi →
Ready to travel from Hanoi to Hoi An?
Check live availability, fares and departure times with 12Go.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Hanoi
Hanoi is the hub for buses into northern Vietnam and the start or end of most north–south open-tour trips. Long-distance buses use several stations around the edge of the city, and many tourist sleeper and limousine companies collect passengers from offices or hotels in and around the Old Quarter.
- My Dinh Bus Station · Bến xe Mỹ Đình
West of the centre. Many routes to the north-west and the mountains, including Lao Cai, Sapa and Ha Giang. - Giap Bat Bus Station · Bến xe Giáp Bát
South of the centre. Public buses to the south, such as Ninh Binh, Thanh Hoa and central Vietnam. - Gia Lam Bus Station · Bến xe Gia Lâm
Across the Red River to the north-east. Buses towards Hai Phong, Ha Long and the north-east. - Nuoc Ngam and Yen Nghia stations · Bến xe Nước Ngầm, Yên Nghĩa
Smaller southern and south-western terminals, used by some routes towards Hoa Binh and Mai Chau.
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 Hanoi
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Hanoi from Hoi An by road?+
About 796 km by road (629 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Hanoi to Hoi An take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h 30 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 Hanoi?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Hanoi include My Dinh Bus Station, Giap Bat Bus Station, Gia Lam Bus Station, Nuoc Ngam and Yen Nghia stations, 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 Hanoi?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Hoi An to Hanoi guide.
Where does the bus from Hanoi 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 Hanoi 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 Hanoi 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, Dong Hoi, Kon Tum and more. See all connections on our Hoi An bus page.
Still deciding? Check today's departures, then book your seat.
Book Hanoi → Hoi An on 12GoFOLLOW 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: Hanoi to Hoi An bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Hanoi (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Hoi An (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →