How to get from Da Nang to Golden Bridge – Ba Na Hills

Vietnam has a variety of amazing views across the country. This fascinates many foreign visitors all over the world. The interest for tours in Vietnam is the cheap cost and the satisfactory tourism service. If you are looking for an interesting Vietnam vacation package, we believe you will be satisfied with the Danang tour. In this tour, you will explore the scenery of Golden Bridge.

Golden Bridge is a magical, beautiful tourist destination in Danang city. Many visitors on a Danang tour are curious and fascinated by the beauty of this place. Today, let’s go with Danang Transfer to discover this wonderful place Golden Bridge – Ba Na Hills.

Originally founded by the French in the early 1900s as a cool climate getaway resort almost 1,500 metres above sea level, Ba Na Hills boasts stunning views over Da Nang city. Despite its great elevation and surrounding forestry, you don’t need to put on your hiking boots to reach Ba Na Hills. The world’s longest and highest cable car takes you to the views up-top in under 20 minutes. There is plenty to do at the Ba Na Hills from visiting the Golden Hand Bridge to dining in world-class restaurants.

The Ba Na Hills, labelled as ‘Vietnam’s own Disneyland’ is one of the most famous tourist destinations of Vietnam. With picturesque views, distinctive gothic architecture and a world-renowned fantasy theme park, it is easy to see why. Due to being only 35 kilometres apart there is a great range of transport options from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills ( from Hoian to Bana hills . These include private cars, shuttle buses, guided tours and the Vietnamese way, motorbike. With this array of transport options comes a lot of prices, locations and journey lengths to take into consideration.

=> We knows how overwhelming all this information can be! So we have put together a useful summary guide on how to get from Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills.

Best way from Da Nang or Hoi An to Golden Bridge – Ba Na Hills: Bus, taxi, motobike or private car – All Things You Need To Know!

How to get from Da Nang to Golden Bridge – Ba Na Hills [bus, taxi, motobike or private car]

Bus from Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills

There are currently no public buses from Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills. However, ‘Da Nang Green’ offers the option of travelling via a 16 seater mini-bus. This comes with additional benefits including, a pick-up and drop-off service at your hotel, a free bottle of water and all children under 1-metre tall travel completely free. The return bus journey costs 130,000 VND (5.60 USD) per person. 

Booking this mini-bus is relatively straightforward and can be done through their website or their WhatsApp. Due to other travellers also travelling on the bus, there is no flexibility on timings. The pick-up time is normally between 7:45 a.m. and 8:15 a.m., arriving at Ba Na Hills for approximately 9 a.m. The return bus does not leave Ba Na Hills until 4.30 p.m. allowing plenty of time to explore all the attractions, beauty and adventure it has to offer.

Da Nang Green Travel

– Address: 376 Nguyen Tri Phuong

– Price: Adult 130,000 VND (5.60 USD), Child (under 1 metre tall) Free

– Duration: approximately 1-hour one-way 

Booking: Book via their website 

Night Combo Shuttle Bus 

If you are interested in a slightly different experience of Ba Na Hills, the night combo ticket may be just the thing for you. Introduced in July 2019, the Ba Na night combo costs just 600,000 VND (26 USD) per person for adults and 425,000 VND  (18 USD) for children. This deal not only includes a free roundtrip shuttle bus from Da Nang centre (making the journey a whole lot simpler!), but also the admission for the cable car rides, a buffet and one litre of beer or one beverage at the Beer Plaza.

Enjoy Visiting the Ba Na Hills with Fewer Crowds

But the only catch is that this deal only offers entry between the hours of 4.p.m to 10.p.m, which limits the amount of time for experiencing the Ba Na Hills. But if you would enjoy visiting Ba Na Hills at a time that is much more slow-paced, with fewer crowds and smaller queues this could be the best travel option for you. 

Note: If you stand on the peak of Ba Na Hills after sunset, you get a magical view of Da Nang city lit up below.

The shuttle bus departs from Asia Park in Da Nang city centre at 3.p.m and 3.30.p.m. The drop off point is located outside Ba Na Hills city gate, where the return shuttle bus departs at both 9.30.p.m and 10.30.p.m. All you need to do is to reserve a seat on the shuttle bus and pay for the night combo ticket when you arrive at Ba Na Hills.

Reserve by phone or email (+84) 905766777 banahills@sunworld.vn

Note: There are currently only two bus schedule times for the return journey.  Make sure you are on time or you will have to arrange your own transportation back to Da Nang

Taxi/Grab from Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills

Taxi

If you are looking for the most convenient way of travelling to the Ba Na Hills, consider hiring a taxi. A great option, especially if you decide to spontaneously take the trip or are waiting on the weather. We understand the frustration of sometimes wanting to get somewhere as quickly as possible, without set pick-up times and itineraries. Whilst Da Nang taxis are almost always reliable and taxi scams are rare, there are a few things to be aware of before making the journey by taxi. 

Despite taxis being readily available in Da Nang, especially around hotels or tourist attractions, we advise not to hail a taxi on the street. By doing this, it is likely to increase the cost of your journey significantly. To avoid this negotiate a flat rate before departure or there are plenty of other ways to hire a taxi. If you are staying in a hotel or hostel, ask reception to call one for you. Alternatively, you can call them yourself. The main taxi company used in Da Nang is Mai Linh (+84 511 356 5656).

Note: Remember to arrange a return journey. Not doing so could leave you in the sticky situation of being overcharged by a local taxi, especially being located in a somewhat isolated tourist hotspot. 

FastGo/Grab

Mobile ride hailing apps such as FastGo and Grab often offer cheaper prices and can be hired wherever you are located, at a time that suits you. A FastGo or Grab 4-seater car costs on average between 400,000 VND to 500,000 VND (15 to 17 USD) one-way. You can also rent a FastGo or Grab bike which are considerably cheaper. All you need to do is download the FastGo or Grab app to your phone and start using it as soon as you wish to book a ride.

Hiring a Private Car from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills

If you don’t want the stress of booking or waiting around for taxis or buses, then hiring a private car to get from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills may be just what you are looking for. Very similar to renting a taxi but considerably less expensive.  A private car offers the convenience of picking up and dropping you off right outside your hotel. It also allows you the flexibility to decide how long you wish to spend in Ba Na Hills. So there’s no frustration trying to sort a ride back as your driver will either be waiting for you in the carpark or will have arranged a time to pick you up. 

Renting a private car comes with additional comfort, convenience and flexibility benefits. This often also extends to a bottle of water for the journey, aircon and help purchasing tickets on arrival at the Ba Na Hills. In Vietnam, renting a private car is exceptionally cheap, especially when travelling with a much larger group where the price can be split. However, depending on the company you choose to book with, the prices vary. Renting a private car from Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills should take approximately 45 minutes to one hour. One company that offers this service is:

Da Nang Transfer Travel & Transport Co.,LTD

– Price: Adult 780,000 VND (34 USD) return trip for maximum 3 people including driver waiting time at Ba Na Hills. (For SUV : 920,000VND, For The Van : 1.250.000VND)

– Duration: Approximately 45 minutes

– Booking: Here

– Whatsapp/ Hotline : +(84)0905442279

Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills by Motorbike

With Ba Na Hills only 25km from Da Nang, driving their by motorbike is an easy option. The roads are generally well maintained, especially as you make the final approach to Ba Na, and there is free motorbike parking close to the ticket office. The roads leaving Da Nang city centre are busy at any time of day with bikes, busses and trucks so this would not be an easy ride for a novice.

The route from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills is fairly simple. Starting from My Khe Beach you follow Vo Van Kiet street inland across the Dragon Bridge. When you reach Da Nang Airport, turn right onto Nguyen Tri Phuong and then left onto Dien Bien Phu. From here you will be able to follow signs to Ba Na Hills as you continue West on Ton Duc Thang, Hoang Van Thai and finally Ba Na Soui Mo.

Note: On arrival at Sun World Ba Na Hills, staff direct you to parking depending upon your vehicle. Motorbikes are guided to free sheltered parking only minutes from the ticket office.

Hiring a bike in Vietnam is mostly straightforward, with most rental companies extremely helpful in terms of assisting in getting started. In order to ensure you get the most out of your biking journey, Danang Transfer recommends going with a reputable rental company, which often offer a 24/7 helpline, quality bikes and parts and on-road repair costs cover. If you need some more information on riding or hiring a bike in Vietnam

Tigit Motorbike Rental – Da Nang Location

–  Adress: 113 Lê Văn Duyệt, Nại Hiên Đông, Sơn Trà, Đà Nẵng

–  Direct Phone number : +84914317939

Easy Rider Tour from Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills

Want the thrill of travelling by motorbike from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills but would like to avoid planning routes?  Then an easy rider tour is a great option. You’ll have your very own personal tour guide who doubles up as a motorbike driver! You can join either on their bike or follow on your own. In other words you getthe buzz which only two-wheeled driving offers without the stress of navigation. 

If you would like a guided tour with an added sense of thrill then consider Mr Quang’s Easy Rider Tour. This tour will not only take you to Ba Na Hills but also to surrounding minority villages, museums and other points of interest. All whilst enjoying the stunning scenery which can only be enjoyed when travelling by motorbike.

Mr Quang Easy Rider 

– Address: 14 Nguyễn Thị Thập, Thanh Khê Tây, Thanh Khê, Đà Nẵng

– Price: Passenger on Easy Rider Bike 1,150,000 VND (50 USD), Following the Easy Rider Guide with rental, helmet and gas 1,840,000 VND (80 USD)

– Duration: 8.a.m to 5.p.m

– Booking: Via their email 

Group Tour from Da Nang to the Ba Na Hills

Ba Na Hills has a great tourist infrastructure, with multilingual maps, signposts and helpful staff. However, if you would rather have a pre-planned itinerary with food and tickets included then a guided tour may be best for you. There are multiple tour companies throughout Da Nang.  There are also plenty of travel agents who also provide tours so you have plenty of options. Most tours will provide similar itineraries with stops at notable popular areas.  Entry tickets, pick up and drop off and lunch are all inclusive of most prices.  Prices start at around 1,150,000 VND (50 USD) per person. We thinks Klook.com offer good value tours with great reviews to match. However there are other companies offering similar great tours.  

Noted: Speak to your Hotel reception for advice on booking a tour to Ba Na Hills, some have special offers for their guests.

Klook.com’s tour includes a stop at the Golden Bridge and the Linh Ung Pagoda. Here you can see the iconic 27 metre Buddha statue.  Then a visit to Debay Wine Cellar for some Vietnamese wine tasting. Following thsi there’s time to explore the Ba Na Hills Fantasy Park. Along with visiting the attractions at Ba Na Hills you also get a Vietnamese lunch buffet, entrance tickets and both pick up and drop off from your hotel in Da Nang.  

Danang Transfer’s Thoughts

Due to the huge popularity of the Ba Na Hills, there are plenty of different transport options available from Da Nang. They cover all needs and budgets. From riding along the coast and through mountainous national parks to guided tours with wine tasting and buffet lunches. So whatever sort of journey you are looking for, it is available.

If you are part of a larger group getting a private car is likely to be worthwhile in terms of cost and time. Especially when hotel pick up and drop off is also included. Solo travellers can easily make use of the shuttle bus service or a guided tour (whether that is by bike or bus!) Each coming with its own unique perks. If you do not have time to book ahead getting a FastGo or Grab are reasonably priced options and almost instantly available.

Danang Transfer strongly recommends that you make sure you use a reputable company to get to the Ba Na Hills. If you are unsure we are more than happy to assist, just get in touch! Ba Na Hills is more than worth making the journey for. So if you have the time whilst in Da Nang, make sure you get there.