Da Nang to Hue via the Hai Van Pass
Private transfer Da Nang to Hue via the Hai Van Pass: $100 sedan, $105 7-seater, $200 16-seat van, $170 Premium — per car, one way. 100 km, about 2 h 30 min. Driver, fuel and tolls included; 50% online to confirm, the rest in cash to the driver, or 100% online (under $100: in full). Prices checked .
Da Nang to Hue is about 100 km. Through the Hai Van tunnel it takes about 2 hours; over the Hai Van Pass with the viewpoint and a stop at Lang Co lagoon it is 2.5–3.5 hours — the reason most travellers take a private car instead of the train.
- Distance100 km
- Drive time2 h 30 min
- Pricefrom $100
Da Nang to Hue via the Hai Van Pass: price per car
| Car | Per car one way | Per person if you are 2 · 3 · 4 · 6, USD | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sedan up to 3 Toyota Vios / Hyundai Accent or similar | $100 ≈ 2,630,000 ₫ | ≈ 50 | ≈ 33 | — | — |
| 7-seat SUV / MPV up to 5 Toyota Innova / Fortuner or similar | $105 ≈ 2,762,000 ₫ | ≈ 53 | ≈ 35 | ≈ 26 | — |
| 16-seat van up to 12 Ford Transit / Hyundai Solati, 16 seats | $200 ≈ 5,260,000 ₫ | ≈ 100 | ≈ 67 | ≈ 50 | ≈ 33 |
| Premium (Kia Carnival) up to 6 Kia Carnival or similar premium MPV, up to 6 | $170 ≈ 4,471,000 ₫ | ≈ 85 | ≈ 57 | ≈ 43 | ≈ 28 |
no night or weekend surcharge · return — price of the reverse route · entrance tickets and boat fees not included.
Da Nang to Hue: every way compared (2026)
| Option | Price | Time | Door to door | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Train Da Nang → Hue | not verified | approx. 2.5–3 h (no stop at the pass) | No | Coastal views, no stops |
| Car rental via Vexere (sedan / 7 / 16 seats) | approx. 800,000 / 1,020,000 / 2,000,000 ₫ per car | not verified | Yes | Booking in Vietnamese |
| Private car (RideVN) | $100 per car (sedan), ≈ $33 per person for 3 | 2 h 30 min | Yes | Families, luggage, night arrivals, photo stops |
Public transport fares are approximate; check locally. Sources: Vexere, car rental Da Nang → Hue (2026-10-20).
The road
North along the bay to the Hai Van Pass (about 500 m high, old fortifications and the viewpoint at the top), down to Lang Co, then highway 1 / the expressway to Hue. In fog or heavy rain the driver may choose the tunnel for safety.
Worth stopping
- Hai Van Pass viewpoint (Hai Van Quan)
- Lang Co beach and lagoon
- Elephant Springs or a lunch stop on request (up to 30 min included; longer stops — book the day trip)
Good to know
- From Hoi An add about 40 minutes — see Hoi An to Hue.
- October–December is the rainy season in central Vietnam: the pass can be closed in storms; then we take the tunnel at the same price.
Included
- Private car and licensed driver, fuel, tolls (expressway and Hai Van tunnel where used), parking
- Driver speaks basic English; Russian-speaking driver on request where available
- Meet & greet with a name sign at the airport, 60 min free waiting after landing
- Short stops on the way for coffee or photos (up to 30 min on transfers)
- Child seat free on request
- Free cancellation up to 24 h before pickup (multi-day: 7 days)
Who runs your trip
RideVN: Bookings operated by GG Services Limited (Hong Kong). We hand-pick licensed drivers in every country, preferring drivers with experience in tourism.
Drivers speak basic English as standard (enough for pickup, stops and directions); a Russian-speaking driver on request where available (Nha Trang and Phu Quoc more often), confirmed at booking
Da Nang to Hue via the Hai Van Pass: questions
How much is a private car from Da Nang to Hue over the Hai Van Pass?
$100 for a sedan, $105 for a 7-seater, $200 for a 16-seat van — per car, photo stops included.
Is the train an alternative?
Yes, the coastal railway runs between Da Nang and Hue in about 2.5–3 hours and is cheaper per person; it does not stop at the pass or Lang Co.
Can we do it on motorbikes instead?
We do not rent motorbikes; many people ride the pass with an easy-rider — we only offer cars with a licensed driver.