Ba Na Hills is one of the most attractive tourist destinations not only in Da Nang but also in all of central Vietnam. This famous tourist attraction is located quite far from the center of the city, but there are many ways to choose from, such as the Ba Na Hills shuttle bus, taxi, and others, when planning how to get to Ba Na Hills from Da Nang.
Da Nang to Ba Na Hills Distance
Ba Na Hills is located about 30 km from the center of Da Nang city. The cable car departure station is located a few kilometers nearer than that, as the length of the Ba Na Hills cable car is more than 5.7 km.
The distance to Ba Na Hills cable car departure station from the most popular locations in Da Nang is the following:
Da Nang Airport to Ba Na Hills - 23 km
Da Nang Railway Station to Ba Na Hills - 22.5 km
My Khe Beach to Ba Na Hills - 27 km
Han River (Dragon Bridge) to Ba Na Hills - 26 km
How to Get to Ba Na Hills from Da Nang
Even if there is no public transportation covering this route, getting to Ba Na Hills from Da Nang is pretty easy, as you can take a shuttle bus, get a private transfer or taxi, join an all-inclusive tour, or drive there by yourself on a motorbike.
Shuttle Bus to Ba Na Hills from Da Nang
A good way for getting to Ba Na Hills for solo travelers and small groups is taking a Ba Na Hills shuttle bus. Currently, the shuttle bus is a fairly popular means of transportation for tourists.
There are several companies providing the shuttle bus to Ba Na Hills from Da Nang. Most of them start picking up passengers from 07:00 to 08:00 and return to Da Nang in the late afternoon, with the departures scheduled mainly from 15:30 to 16:30.
Most of the Ba Na Hills shuttle bus service providers also include a hotel pick-up and drop-off service for the centrally located Da Nang hotels, while others (usually the cheapest ones) are just picking up passengers from several fixed locations in the city.
Shuttle bus travel time to Ba Na Hills is about 45 minutes to 1.5 hours, depending on traffic, weather conditions, and other passengers using the service.
Ba Na Hills Shuttle Bus Tickets
Normally, a one-way Ba Na Hills shuttle bus ticket price starts from around 120,000 VND to 150,000 VND, but most service providers are offering round-trip tickets for the price in the range from 200,000 VND to 300,000 VND.
The cheapest Ba Na Hills shuttle bus round-trip tickets cost 200,000 VND, and the price is even lower when booked online here: Ba Na Hills shuttle bus. However, for taking this shuttle bus, you need to go by yourself to one of the several pick-up locations in the My Khe Beach area or the city center.
For the Ba Na Hills shuttle bus to include a hotel pick-up and drop-off service, check the following service provider that is often offering a discount for online bookings: Ba Na Hills shuttle bus with pick-up.
Ba Na Hills Shuttle Bus from Hoi An
If you are staying in Hoi An and want to visit Ba Na Hills, you don't need to go to Da Nang to take a shuttle bus to Ba Na Hills, as there's a shuttle bus between Hoi An and Ba Na Hills in operation.
A one-way ticket for this Ba Na Hills shuttle bus costs around 255,000 VND, while a round-trip transfer between Hoi An and Ba Na Hills costs around 380,000 VND. A significant discount is offered when booked online here: Hoi An - Ba Na Hills shuttle bus.
For more travel options on this route, check out How to Get from Hoi An to Ba Na Hills.
Private Transfer from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills
When traveling in a group, booking a private transfer to Ba Na Hills is the most convenient option. With a private transfer, you will not have to worry about anything, and there will be more time for you to explore all the attractions around Da Nang. Many reliable car rental agencies can offer you hourly and day-to-day rentals that suit your needs. You can also book Grab or Uber, but the price of the trip won’t be much different. Actually, during peak hours, the Grab fare can be even higher than you would be paying for a pre-booked private transfer to Ba Na Hills.
The price of a private transfer from Da Nang City to Ba Na Hills starts at 350,000 VND for a one-way trip and from 700,000 VND for a round trip. You can book a private transfer for a group of up to 3-12 people here: Private Transfer between Da Nang and Ba Na Hills.
Da Nang Airport to Ba Na Hills
If you are flying to Da Nang Airport (DAD) and want to head from the airport to Ba Na Hills directly, it is best to book a private airport transfer to ensure a smooth and hassle-free trip. A one-way private transfer from Da Nang Airport to Ba Na Hills will cost you around 550,000 VND per trip and can be conveniently booked online here: Da Nang Airport transfer to Ba Na Hills.
From Da Nang to Ba Na Hills by Taxi
If you are traveling with your family or in a group, going to Ba Na Hills by taxi is also a good and convenient option. There are many different taxi companies in Da Nang to choose from, and you can ask the hotel reception to call a taxi for you.
Some of the most reliable taxi companies in Da Nang:
- Vinasun Taxi: 0236 368 6868
- Mai Linh Taxi: 0236 356 5656
- Tien Sa Taxi: 0236 379 7979
The taxi fare to Ba Na Hills should be about 350,000-450,000 VND for a one-way trip and 600,000-900,000 VND for a round trip, depending on the type of taxi.
Many travelers charter a taxi for a round trip, which includes waiting time at Ba Na Hills. You should carefully check the waiting time to agree on the price before making a decision because the cheap round-trip packages they are offering are usually limited to 4 hours. Typically, at Ba Na Hills, you will spend a lot of time just to buy tickets (if not booked in advance) and to take a 2-way cable car. At the end, you will have only a bit more than 2 hours to spend exploring Ba Na Hills. If you are late, the taxi will charge an extra waiting fee that normally starts at 60,000 VND per hour. Additionally, there will be a surcharge of 100,000 VND if you are traveling late at night or early in the morning. The round-trip packages for 800,000 VND with a 6-hour waiting time are more expensive, but they might be more suitable as you can have enough time to explore all of Ba Na Hills.
Join-in or Private Ba Na Hills Tour
There are many tours from Da Nang to Ba Na Hills, offering different quality of services. When taking a tour, the service provider should take care of everything: transportation from your hotel to Ba Na Hills, entrance and cable car tickets, and a guide. Lunch is usually optional. Ba Na Hills tour prices range from 1,200,000 VND to 2,000,000 VND per person, and an additional around 350,000 VND if the lunch option is selected.
What's included?
When looking for a Ba Na Hills tour, you will find that the tour programs of all companies are almost the same. Let us explain what you should consider and what services can be included in the tour price:
Round trip hotel transfer from and to Da Nang city center: This can save your transportation costs significantly.
Ba Na Hills Admission fee: The entrance fee is fixed at 950,000 VND per person at the moment and normally includes a cable car ride as well as entrance to the main places on Ba Na Hills such as Golden Bridge, Fantasy Park, Moon Castle, Linh Ung Pagoda, and French Village, except for the Wax Museum.
Buffet meals: Food at Ba Na Hills is surprisingly expensive, as you will find 1 sausage being sold at 100,000 VND. All Vietnamese buffet restaurants on Ba Na Hills are priced at 380,000 VND. It might be better to book a ticket with a buffet option so you wouldn’t need to worry about food.
Guide: The tour includes an English speaking guide to explain details about Ba Na Hills.
One of the best value for money Ba Na Hills tours can be booked here: Ba Na Hills Day Trip from Da Nang.
Ba Na Hills Tour Itinerary
This is a sample itinerary when you’re taking a Ba Na Hills tour:
- 8:00-8:45 pick up at the hotel in Da Nang City center
- 9:30 check-in at Suoi Mo Cable Car Station and transfer to Marseille Station
- 10:00 explore Golden Bridge
- 10:30 drop by Le Jardin D’Amour (the Flower Garden of Love)
- Visit Linh Ung Pagoda
- Visit Debay Wine Cellar
- 11:30 take a short break and go to the restaurant
- 12:00 Vietnamese lunch buffet
- 13:00 free time to explore and play games at the Fantasy Park as well as to explore King Peak
- 15:00-15:30 return to the Cable Car Station and back to the Gateway
- 16:30-17:30 end of tour, drop off at the hotel
Another very well-rated Ba Na Hills tour with the option of joining a smaller group can be booked here: Ba Na Hills and Golden Bridge Tour.
From Da Nang to Ba Na Hills by Motorbike
The motorbike is the mode of transportation that is chosen by many travelers for traveling around Da Nang, so going from the city to Ba Na Hills by motorbike is not a bad choice either, as long as you know how to use Google Maps and refill the tank. This is a way of transportation also used by the majority of young local people, as it is a convenient and economical option. You can take control of your travel time.
Conditions of the road to Ba Na Hills are excellent. However, you must be extremely careful when driving on some parts of the road, especially on Hoang Van Thai Street in Lien Chieu District, as many big trucks are using the road.
If traveling to Ba Na Hills by motorbike, you should start your trip a little early and book the cable car in advance to avoid wasting time queuing, especially during the high season.
You can rent a motorbike at your hotel or any motorbike rental shop, and it should cost around 150,000 VND per day or less if rented for a longer period. To rent a motorbike, you need to prepare an identity card, a driver's license, and a deposit (in most cases). You can book an online motorbike rental at a very well-rated and reliable Da Nang motorbike rental agency (5.0 on Google) here: Da Nang motorbike rental.
Our Experience
We normally prefer going on our own instead of taking a tour to any attractions. However, when traveling to Ba Na Hills, taking a tour is often the best and most cost-effective option. We compared the total cost of traveling independently and joining the tour, and the tour came out to be cheaper than self-travel. The only downside when going on a tour is limited time, but we had more than enough time for exploring everything we wanted during a 1-day tour to Ba Na Hills.
Tips
If you will be traveling there independently, make sure to save money by booking your Ba Na Hills tickets online. You can save at least 10,000 VND per person when booking your tickets this way. Online booking of the package, including the entrance ticket and lunch buffet, often lets you save even much more than that!
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