Long, white and lined with palms, My Khe Beach in Da Nang is one of Vietnam’s most famous stretches of sand — and it’s an easy coastal ride from Hoi An. If you love a buzzy beach with cafes, surf and city views, this one’s for you.

My Khe Beach, Da Nang — an easy ride from Hoi An — My Khe Beach

Why My Khe is special

Once nicknamed “China Beach” by American soldiers, My Khe runs for kilometres along Da Nang’s shoreline with soft sand, clean water and a lively scene of beach clubs, seafood restaurants and sunrise joggers. It’s livelier and more urban than Hoi An’s own beaches — a fun change of pace, especially at dawn or for sunset drinks.

How far is it from Hoi An?

My Khe is about 30 kilometres north of Hoi An — roughly a 40-45 minute ride along the flat coastal road. That makes it perfectly doable as a half-day or a sunrise dash before the heat sets in.

Riding there and around

The coastal route to Da Nang is flat, scenic and beginner-friendly. A motorbike rental in Hoi An lets you catch sunrise at My Khe, explore the city, and ride home whenever you like — no tour timetable. Combine it with our Hoi An to Da Nang ride guide and the nearby Son Tra Peninsula for a full coastal day.

Prefer Hoi An’s quieter sands? Compare them in our guide to An Bang and Cua Dai beaches. Either way, an electric scooter from hoianit.com handles the flat coastal run with ease.

FAQ

How far is My Khe Beach from Hoi An?

About 30 kilometres, or a 40-45 minute ride north along the coastal road — an easy half-day trip from Hoi An.

Is My Khe Beach better than Hoi An’s beaches?

It’s different: My Khe is longer, livelier and more urban, while An Bang and Cua Dai near Hoi An are more relaxed. Many visitors enjoy both on a coastal ride.

Tips for riding from Hoi An to My Khe Beach

The ride from Hoi An to My Khe Beach takes around 40 minutes and is one of the easiest coastal trips in central Vietnam. Follow the Lac Long Quan coastal road north and you will pass An Bang and Ha My beaches before reaching Da Nang’s seafront. The route is flat, well-paved and scenic, ideal for first-time riders on an automatic scooter.

Set off early to enjoy calm morning water and cooler air, and pack sunscreen, a light jacket and a waterproof phone pouch. Parking near My Khe Beach is cheap and plentiful, with attended lots charging only a few thousand dong. If you would rather not navigate alone, Anh Khoa hands you a free map and route tips when you collect your bike, so you can ride to My Khe Beach with confidence and spend more time on the sand.

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Part of our complete guide: Motorbike Rental in Hoi An — The Complete 2026 Guide.