How to Get from Phu Bai Airport to Hue City Center?

Phu Bai Airport, also known as Hue Airport, is located on National Road 1A in Phu Bai ward, Huong Thuy town, Thua Thien Hue province. The airport is situated 15 km from Hue city center, which is approximately a 25-30 minute drive, depending on the road and means of transportation. There are various transfer options available for traveling from Phu Bai Airport to Hue city center.

1. From Phu Bai airport to city by bus

Currently, there are 2 bus routes from Phu Bai airport to the city center and vice versa: bus routes 2 and 11.

• Opening time: from 4.45 AM to 9.45 PM (Bus 2) and 6.00 AM to 7.00 PM (Bus 11)
• Frequency running: Every 30 – 60 minutes
• Price: 5000 – 7000 VND/pax
• Advantages: save cost, suitable for passengers with not much luggage
• Disadvantages: The waiting time is too long (30 – 60 minutes) to catch the bus, and passengers have to walk about 500m from the airport to the road. It is not recommended for those who have luggage or children.

2. From Phu Bai airport to city by transit bus

• Frequency running: Every 30 – 60 minutes
• Price: 50.000/pax
• Advantages: save cost, pick up right at the airport. Drop off at some destinations in the city center.
• Disadvantages: No proactive routes and time; besides, the transit bus could not drop off at some destinations in the city, such as Chu Van An str, Pham Ngu Lao, Vo Thi Sau, Nguyen Cong Tru, Nguyen Hue, Hai Ba Trung, Ngo Quyen, Ngo Gia Tu str. Passengers have to take another taxi to their hotels
• Contact number: Office at 20 Hanoi str, Hue: 02343 826 826 – 823249

3. From Phu Bai airport to city by taxi

Taxis are a great vehicle for transferring from Phu Bai airport to the city center. They are fast and convenient, suitable for groups of 2-4 people.

• Operate time: 24/24 at Phu Bai airport
• Travel time: 20 – 25 Minutes
• Price: About 200.000 VND
• Advantages: fast, suitable for any time, drop off at any destination
• Disadvantages: Sometimes, there are no taxis available during rush hour, so you may have to wait. If you're unlucky, you might end up in the wrong taxi or an unlicensed one, which could result in much higher costs.

Reference some taxi companies:
Mai Linh taxi: (84-234) 3898989
Thanh Do taxi: (84-234) 858585
Phu Xuan taxi: (84-234) 878787
Dong Ba taxi: (84-234) 848484

4. From Phu Bai airport to city by private car

To ensure the safety of the trip, passengers should book a private car through a travel agency. The company will ensure the itinerary, timetable, and professional driver with great services. This is also a good choice for many tourists to move from Phu Bai airport to Hue city center.

• Travel time: 25 – 30 minutes
• Price: 300.000 – 400.000 VND ( 4-7 seats)
• Advantages: Pick up and drop off on request, professional driver, many kinds of vehicles from 4 to 45 seats, luxury and comfortable.
• Disadvantages: There is a little bit higher cost than other transportation

The private car from Phu Bai Airport to Hue city center is a great choice for groups of people with luggage and families with kids.

>>> Reference for price of Phu Bai airport pick up service

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