The 8 Best Day Trips from Ðông Hà

How far each place is, what to see there, and a plan for the day.

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There are 8 good day trips from Ðông Hà, Vietnam, led by Huế, Da Nang, Đồng Hới. The closest is Phong Điền, about 45 min by car, and 2 of them fit into half a day. Below: drive times, distances, what to see, and a sample day plan.

Built from 8 nearby places, with sights from real traveler trips, on Packy AI. Last updated November 2026 by the Packy AI Travel Team.

Day trips from Ðông Hà

  1. 1

    Huế, Vietnam

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car66 km south-east of Ðông Hà

    Known for Khai Dinh.

  2. 2

    Da Nang, Vietnam

    Long day or overnight
    About 2 hr 15 min by car146 km south-east of Ðông Hà

    What travelers see in Da Nang

    • The Marble Mountains - Explore a stunning cluster of five marble and limestone hills, each representing one of the five elements, with breathtaking views and sacred caves.
    • Dragon Bridge - Witness the architectural wonder of the Dragon Bridge, especially its impressive fire-breathing feature during weekend nights.
    • My Khe Beach - Relax at one of the world's most beautiful beaches, known for its soft white sand and clear blue waters, perfect for sunbathing and swimming.
  3. 3

    Đồng Hới, Vietnam

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 25 min by car89 km north-west of Ðông Hà
  4. 4

    Phong Điền, Vietnam

    Half-day trip
    About 45 min by car38 km south-east of Ðông Hà
  5. 5

    Ba Đồn, Vietnam

    Full-day trip
    About 2 hr by car127 km north-west of Ðông Hà
  6. 6

    Hương Trà, Vietnam

    Half-day trip
    About 1 hr by car51 km south-east of Ðông Hà
  7. 7

    Hoàn Lão, Vietnam

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 40 min by car104 km north-west of Ðông Hà
  8. 8

    Quán Hàu, Vietnam

    Full-day trip
    About 1 hr 15 min by car82 km north-west of Ðông Hà

A sample day: Ðông Hà to Da Nang

  1. 07:30Leave Ðông Hà
  2. 09:45Arrive in Da Nang (2 hr 15 min drive)
  3. 10:00The Marble Mountains
  4. 12:00Lunch
  5. 13:15Dragon Bridge
  6. 15:00My Khe Beach
  7. 16:30Head back to Ðông Hà
  8. 18:45Home in Ðông Hà

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best day trips from Ðông Hà?
The best day trips from Ðông Hà are Huế, Da Nang, Đồng Hới, Phong Điền, Ba Đồn. The closest is Phong Điền, about 45 min away by car.
What is the closest day trip from Ðông Hà?
Phong Điền is the closest, 38 km south-east of Ðông Hà, roughly 45 min by car. Best as a half-day trip.
Where can I go within an hour of Ðông Hà?
2 places are within about an hour's drive of Ðông Hà: Phong Điền (45 min), Hương Trà (1 hr).
What is the biggest city near Ðông Hà for a day out?
Huế is the largest city in day-trip range, 66 km south-east of Ðông Hà and about 1 hr 15 min by car. With that much to see, start early or stay the night.
Where can I go for a weekend from Ðông Hà?
For a weekend away from Ðông Hà, pick the places far enough to be worth a night: Da Nang (146 km, 2 hr 15 min), Ba Đồn (127 km, 2 hr), Hoàn Lão (104 km, 1 hr 40 min). Closer places on this list work better as a single day.
How far is too far for a day trip from Ðông Hà?
Up to about two hours each way keeps the day relaxed. The farthest place on this list is Da Nang at 146 km, around 2 hr 15 min by car, which is better as a long day or an overnight stay.

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