+6 ways to getting around in Da Nang City, Vietnam!

Da Nang City, located along the Vietnamese Central coast, is also known as the beach capital of Vietnam due to its spectacular clear blue waters, fresh air, and paradise white sand beaches.

Nestled between the Hai Van Pass and the Han River, Da Nang is conveniently located just south of the imperial city of Hue and north of the ancient town of Hoi An. This makes Da Nang a great place to stay whilst exploring the many world-famous tourist attractions on Da Nang’s doorstep.

But how to get around Da Nang?
Using transport in Da Nang is a hassle-free experience with a variety of options to choose from. Here is a breakdown of the different ways to get to and around Da Nang.

Hiring a motorbike – The best way to see the city

This is the most convenient way. You can ask for the lessor to bring the motorbike to the airport for you. Just remember to check the vehicle carefully before hiring it to avoid unnecessary conflict.

How to Hiring a motorbike in Da Nang?

Although motorbike is not convenient for the long journey, yet to the eager travelers who want an adventure and explore, it is such a great means of transport. With a motorcycle, you can be completely flexible and active with your schedule. However, you can stop wherever you want, spend time studying local lives. You can challenge yourself with non-stop driving and feel the air blowing through your hair. The price of gasoline is fairly cheap that you don’t mind going the round way to see more and learn more. The process of renting a motorbike is much simpler than a car.

It’s not hard to find a bike renting store. A lot of them are available in the Central of Danang City. Most of the owners can speak English fluently, so you can communicate with them easily. Once you go to the shop, you can ask to try the bike that you like. They will also give you some suggestions of which one is suitable with your driving experience and aim.

There are many kinds of bike available which are Honda Win, Honda Wave, Airblade and even more powerful motorbike. After having chosen the one will accompany you, the last step of the process is giving the owner the photocopy of your passport, the deposit, and the renting fee. Some owners may ask you for the original passport. However, it’s recommended to try to make a deal with them. The renting fee is VND80,00-VND300,000/day respectively and no need to deposit if you rent in an accomodation you stay

Some motorbike rental shop: 

What are the disadvantages of the motorbike?

There are actually many disadvantages todriving a motorbike. With the long distance , it requires you to have good health and driving skill. Otherwise, you will easily get tired and have no energy left for other activities. A bigger obstacle for you is when your bike breaks down. If you’re in the middle of the highway, the chance that you can find a store to fix it is almost zero. Another disadvantage could be the weather, especially when it rains heavily. It’s challenging to drive under the rain, followed by the chance of an accident. Therefore, using a motorbike to travel could be really dangerous for people having no experience. Easily getting lost is also one of the disadvantages. The messy, chaotic traffic can confuse you and lead you in the wrong direction.

Getting around Da Nang by Taxi/ Grab – Comfortable Da Nang transportation

Grab (Southeast Asia’s answer to Uber) is a popular transport app that can be used to book taxis, ride-share cars and motorbikes in Vietnam. Grab works in Danang, so it is possible to book a ride to Hue through the app. To use Grab, you’ll either need to pick up a Vietnamese sim card or preferably an eSIM and download the app before you leave home and register with your usual phone number. There is free WIFI at Danang Airport, so you can get online to book a ride when you land. Expect to pay slightly less for a Grab taxi compared to a street taxi.

Finding a taxi in Da Nang is easy, as they are readily available. If you are arranging a transfer in advance the easiest way to get a taxi is by requesting it through your hotel reception. The hotel could also negotiate a set-rate fare on your behalf, especially for longer distances. If you are on the street, you can simply hail a cab directly by raising your hand in the direction of a taxi, or find one at a taxi stand. Local taxi ranks will be located outside main bus and train stations, as well as large shopping complexes. It is recommended to use reputable taxi companies exclusively, as scams can be quite common – with visitors often charged excessive prices or taken on longer journeys than necessary.

If you’re hailing a taxi off the street or at Danang Airport/station (which I don’t recommend!), it’s very easy to get talked into paying more than you should. Beware, the price of taxi in Da Nang is one of the most expensive in the country (about VND 15,000/km for 4-seat taxi and about VND 16,000/km for 7-seat one). We don’t recommend to choose this way but below is some contact for you:

Tips : Taxis in Da Nang: Prices, Useful Tips, Local Guides to Avoid Scams

The current Da Nang taxi rates are as follows:

With Danang Transfer, we provide available options. Taxi prices will be calculated according to the travel route or hourly/day => Price list private cars in Da Nang by travel itinerary or by hourly/day

If you wish to phone up a local provider for pickup service, some of the most established and well-known Da Nang taxi companies you can call for on-demand assistance are:

• Mai Linh: +84 (236) 356 5656
• VinaSun Green Taxi: +84 (236) 368 6868
• Danang Tien Sa Taxi: +84 (236) 379 7979

► Booking: If you don’t know how to use the app, you can call a traditional taxi instead. Taxis are available everywhere in Danang, and the most 2 popular companies that you should call are: Mai Linh Taxi, Tien Sa taxi or Vinasun Taxi

► Pros and cons: A taxi is almost like renting a private car, so you can place many stuff on the car, and the duration is short. However, Taxi prices will be higher than a private car you might not be able to stop for taking photos, and some taxi drivers may go around to get more money from you.

Getting around Da Nang by bus – Friendly Da Nang transportation

Unlike Hanoi or Ho Chi Minh City, the public service system in Da Nang is not so advanced. Below is information about some bus routes in Da Nang.

To encourage the citizens to use public transportation, the authorities have provided modern buses and improved the services as well. Besides, the city also has subsided bus routes with only 5,000 VND/passenger/turn to get around in the urban area. Thanks to this, travel by bus brings a pleasant experience for customers.

Opt for the bus is the cheapest way to transport. However, it takes longer time and consumes more effort in getting to a place and waiting for the bus. For the subsided bus routes, the service starts from 5 AM to 9 PM with a frequency of 10 minutes per trip in peak hours and 20 minutes per trip in off-peak hours. They’re Route 05, 07, 08, 11 and 12. For more information about the routes, let’s visit the DanaBus website or use the smartphone to download the app.

Additionally, you can use the Google Map and its schedule explorer to locate exactly the nearest bus stop and the arrival time of the bus. It helps your journey more convenient.

Grab bike/ Motorbike taxi – Popular Da Nang transportation

If you don’t know how to ride a bike but still want to explore the city like locals, Grab bike or motorbike taxi is a great choice on a budget. Grab bike is a special service in Vietnam compared to other countries. Locals usually use this service because it’s cheap and convenient. To say about its operation, it’s the same as Grab car but you will go by bike instead.

Not like traditional motorbike taxi, Grab bike offers a better way to travel in the city. It can locate exact locations and show a clear price for your booking. Referring to the motorbike taxi, it’s the origin of Grab car in Vietnam but now it’s not popular as it used to be. It gives you a more true and unique local experience with the elder drivers. However, you have to bargain the price and sometimes, you can be fall in a scam. Hence, if you want to have a go, know the destination and the price before hopping on a motorcycle taxi.

Getting around Da Nang by Private car – For a day trip or family

In case you travel in a group or with your family, a private car is the best way to have a day-trip. Despite that, you should rent a car service with a local driver instead of driving by yourself because the Vietnam law and traffic condition is different. To arrange a private car, you can ask help from the accommodation or contact the rental companies by yourself. Here are some trustworthy units that you can consider.

This service offers pick-up contract service which is clearly cheaper than the taxi and has free waiting fee.

If you go on a day trip or plan to go somewhere out of Da Nang, remember to tell the operator beforehand. Moreover, always ask for the price before confirming the booking. You can even negotiate the price with them. When hiring a private car, provide some information like pickup time, location, the destination of your trip, etc. Even more, on the way, you can arrange the operator to visit some other sites. Overall, travel by a car is more comfortable than other vehicles. It’s also a safe Da Nang transportation. However, when it comes to the price, it’s suitable when you go outside the city with many people.

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Getting around Da Nang by Cyclo – Unique experience in traveling

Cyclo is known as transportation served for tourists sightseeing than a daily vehicle. It is a unique pedal-powered reclining chair that usually seen move along the Han River. With a relaxing speed, you can watch the beautiful scenes along the road. It gives you a totally different feeling compared with other transportations. It likes an unwinding activity that you can travel from place to place while watching people passing by and enjoying the surroundings. Hence, when going by cyclo, it’s about a cultural experience than a Da Nang transportation.