Traveling by night bus is a popular and convenient option for exploring Vietnam’s diverse landscapes. This traveler review recounts the journey from Nha Trang, a coastal town, to Hoi An, an ancient and colorful city in Vietnam. The travelers, share their experiences, from booking the bus to their arrival in Hoi An.
Booking the Bus Based on Reviews:
- Travelers recommend using sleeping buses for land travel in Vietnam.
- Multiple bus companies offer the Nha Trang to Hoi An route with similar departure times and journey lengths.
- The deciding factor for choosing a bus company was customer reviews.
- Katie and Jake selected The Sinh Tourist sleeping bus due to its positive feedback.
Checking-In at the Bus Office:
- The bus was scheduled to depart at 7 pm from Nha Trang and arrive in Hoi An the following morning at 6 am.
- Travelers arrived at the tour office one hour early; the office is within walking distance from the tourist area.
- English-speaking staff checked them in, tagged their bags, and provided an air-conditioned waiting room.
- A small fee was charged for minding bags, depending on the duration of storage.
See more: Transfer between Cam Ranh Airport/ Nha Trang and Hoi An city/ Quang Nam
Meeting Fellow Travelers:
- Travelers appreciate meeting like-minded people during their journey.
- They met another English couple on the same overland route from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi.
- The couple had pre-purchased all their bus tickets with The Sinh Tourist, taking advantage of bulk discounts.
The Bus Journey:
- Travelers observed how their bags were handled by the driver, indicating the level of care provided during the journey.
- The bus, although old, was well-maintained and had fewer passengers, creating a comfortable environment.
- Night buses are not conducive to extensive conversations, and most passengers were sleeping.
- The leather seats reclined sufficiently for a comfortable rest.
- The bus made a 20-minute stop at a service station around midnight.
- Travelers were equipped with devices, snacks, a complimentary blanket, and water for a pleasant journey.
Arrival in Hoi An:
- Passengers were awakened by the driver’s announcement upon reaching Hoi An as per the promised schedule.
- The travelers disembarked on a main road with their bags.
- Local motorbike taxi drivers approached them, inquiring about their hotel destination.
- Due to early morning disorientation, the travelers accepted an inflated price of 40,000 VND per person.
- Later, they discovered the same journey could have been cheaper through the Grab motorbike taxi app, at 15,000 VND per person.
Conclusion:
- The journey from Nha Trang to Hoi An via the night bus was smooth and comfortable.
- The travelers enjoyed the experience but suggested better preparations for arrival in Hoi An, including hotel booking.
- Despite a minor inconvenience at the end, they were overall satisfied with the service.
Other transfer guides/ Car rental services from NHA TRANG
Link 1: Transfer from Cam Ranh Airport to Nha Trang cityLink 2: Transfer from Cam Ranh Airport/ Nha Trang to Mui Ne/ Phan Thiet city
Link 3: Transfer from Cam Ranh Airport/ Nha Trang to Sai Gon/ HCMC/ Ho Chi Minh city
Link 4: Transfer from Cam Ranh Airport/ Nha Trang to Da Lat city/ Lien Khuong Airport
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