Getting Around Da Nang
Transport guide for digital nomads
Ride-Hailing Apps
Grab
Universal platform. GrabCar 30-80K VND, GrabBike 15-40K VND. Cash, card, or GrabPay.
Be
Local competitor, 20-30% cheaper than Grab. BeCar + BeBike. Strong in residential areas.
Xanh SM
Electric motorbike taxis. Often cheapest for short distances. English support.
Motorbike Rental
Tourist shops (An Thuong)100-150K VND/day
Local shops80-120K VND/day
Premium (delivery, insurance)200-400K VND/day
Electric scooter150-200K VND/day
Monthly rentals save 50-60%. International Driving Permit recommended.
Popular Routes
Hoi An (30km)45min bike · 17K bus · 150K Grab
Hue (100km)2.5h bike · 80-200K train
Ba Na Hills1.5h bus 30K · 200K Grab
Airport → City150-250K VND Grab
Pro Tips
- Avoid rush hours: 7-9 AM and 5-7 PM
- Be app typically undercuts Grab pricing
- Download offline maps before long trips
- Rainy season (Sep-Jan): expect flooding in low areas
- Helmet-wearing is mandatory; fines are expensive
Emergency Contacts
113
Police
115
Ambulance
114
Fire
1900 1559
Tourist Hotline