Da Nang to Phu Yen runs about 8 hours by train or bus, or longer by private car, since there's no direct flight to Tuy Hoa airport from Da Nang at all.
Da Nang to Phu Yen runs about 8 hours by train or sleeper bus, both cheaper and more reliable than the alternative, since there's no direct flight connecting Da Nang to Tuy Hoa airport. A private car covers the same 513 km but takes longer and costs several times more. Here's how to get from Da Nang to Phu Yen without planning around a flight that doesn't actually exist.
Most travelers choose between the train, an overnight sleeper bus, or a private car for the full 513 km run down the coast. There's no direct flight to weigh against these, which surprises people who assume Tuy Hoa's airport connects to Da Nang the way it connects to Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City.
| Option | Price | Duration | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train (soft seat) | 280,000 to 420,000 VND (~11 to 16 USD) | ~8 hrs | Day train SE3 or overnight SE7 |
| Sleeper bus | from about 570,000 VND (~22 USD) | 7 to 7.5 hrs | Mostly overnight departures |
| Private car | 4.7 to 10 million VND (~182 to 387 USD) per car | 8 to 9 hrs | Whole distance in one sitting |
Sources: 12go.asia and travelfish.org (checked October 2026); figures reconciled where the two disagreed.
A Da Nang to Phu Yen train ride on the Reunification Express line takes about 8 hours, and most travelers pick between two realistic departures. The SE3 day train leaves Da Nang around 10:51 and reaches Tuy Hoa by 19:03, while the SE7 overnight sleeper leaves at 23:03 and arrives around 07:02 the next morning.
Soft seat tickets run roughly 280,000 to 420,000 VND (about 11 to 16 USD); sleeper berths cost more. The day train covers the Hue to Tuy Hoa stretch in daylight, which locals consider the better-looking half of the ride along the coast. Our Vietnam train guide covers how to book a seat class and what the cabins actually look like.
Tickets for either train are easiest to book through Vietnam Railways' official site or a reseller a few days ahead, especially around holidays when the day train sells out first. If you'd rather travel through the night and save a hotel cost, the SE7 sleeper works well enough for pulling into Tuy Hoa ready for breakfast.
A Da Nang to Phu Yen bus runs 7 to 7.5 hours, mostly overnight, for roughly 570,000 VND (about 22 USD) based on fares quoted for the return leg from Tuy Hoa. It's a reasonable middle ground if the train schedule doesn't line up with your plans.
A private car covers the same stretch in 8 to 9 hours for 4.7 to 10 million VND (roughly 182 to 387 USD) per vehicle, a wide range that depends heavily on the operator and car size. Our team's honest take: 513 km in one sitting is a long day for a driver and for you, so if you're not in a rush, breaking the drive with a night somewhere along the coast beats pushing straight through.
Sleeper buses on this stretch usually pick up from company offices in Da Nang rather than a central bus station, so confirm your pickup point when booking rather than assuming it's the main terminal. Don't book a seat-only ticket for an overnight ride this long if you can avoid it, since a flat sleeper berth makes a real difference over 7 hours on Highway 1.
Quy Nhon sits roughly halfway between Da Nang and Phu Yen, which makes it a natural place to split the drive or the bus ride into two shorter days instead of one long one. Our beaches near Quy Nhon guide has food and stay recommendations if you decide to stop there for a night.
The split works out to roughly 300 km from Da Nang to Quy Nhon and another 210 km from Quy Nhon to Phu Yen, so neither half turns into its own full day on the road. Travelers doing this by train can do the same thing by simply booking two separate legs instead of the full run, getting off in Quy Nhon and picking up a later train or bus the next day.
Tuy Hoa airport flights run to Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi only, just not to or from Da Nang. Flying this specific route would mean a connection through one of those cities, which usually costs more and takes longer than the direct train. Once you're in Phu Yen itself, our Phu Yen guide covers the coastline and what's worth the detour off Highway 1.
Is there a direct flight from Da Nang to Phu Yen?
No. Tuy Hoa airport in Phu Yen only has regular flights to and from Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi, so there's no way to fly this route without connecting through one of those cities first.
How far is Da Nang from Phu Yen?
The Da Nang to Phu Yen distance is about 513 km by road, almost entirely along Highway 1 and the coastal rail line.
How long does the train take?
A Da Nang to Phu Yen train takes about 8 hours on either the SE3 day service or the SE7 overnight sleeper, both arriving in Tuy Hoa.
Is the bus or the train better for this route?
The train is generally more comfortable and keeps a fixed schedule; the bus can be a bit faster and cheaper but overnight sleeper buses vary more in comfort between operators.
Should I stop anywhere on the way?
Quy Nhon is the obvious stop, sitting close to the midpoint with its own beaches and seafood, and it breaks an otherwise long single travel day into two easier ones.
Can I fly into Quy Nhon instead and cover the rest by road?
Yes. Phu Cat Airport near Quy Nhon has regular flights from Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City, and the remaining 210 km to Phu Yen by bus or private car takes roughly 3 hours, which some travelers find simpler than connecting through either city to reach Tuy Hoa directly.
For a route this long, the train or bus above is usually the practical choice over a one-off private car. If you're stringing together several stops along the coast, our multi-day Vietnam tours can build a stop like this into the itinerary instead of leaving you to book each leg separately.
