Private Car Cost to Tam Ky, Chu Lai Airport & Sa Ky Port: Group Splitting and Expressway Toll Inclusion
On long-distance transfers connecting Hue, Da Nang, and Hoi An south to Tam Ky, Chu Lai Airport (VCL), and Sa Ky Port in Quang Ngai Province, Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway tolls represent a meaningful portion of trip expenses. Because Sun Travel's base vehicle rates for 4, 7, and 16-seat cars already include all expressway BOT tolls, fuel, and port/airport gate fees, groups of 2 to 15 can split one predictable total.
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Spanning 135 km southward from Da Nang and Hoi An through Tam Ky and the Chu Lai Open Economic Zone in Da Nang City down to Sa Ky Port in Tinh Ky Commune, Quang Ngai Province, expressway toll charges make up a noticeable share of road expenses if you hail a metered taxi or pay tolls separately. When you book a fixed-route private car with Sun Travel, fuel, full Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway tolls and airport/port barrier fees are bundled into a single per-vehicle price—allowing groups of 4 to 14 passengers to split the fare economically.
Per-person cost sharing table for groups of 2, 4, 6, 8, 12 and 14 passengers
Whether your group is catching the high-speed ferry to Ly Son Special Zone, visiting Phu Ninh Lake in Tam Ky, or travelling on business to Chu Lai and Dung Quat industrial parks, use the table below to see how per-person costs scale:
| Group Size | Optimal Vehicle Tier | Per-Person Fare Formula | Road & Terminal Fees Included in Rate | Best Suited Travel Scenario |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 passengers | 4-seat Sedan / Compact CUV | 4-seat vehicle fare ÷ 2 | Fuel + Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway tolls + Port gate | Business travellers to Chu Lai / Tam Ky or couples catching the 07:30 AM ferry |
| 4 passengers | 4-seat or 7-seat car | Vehicle fare ÷ 4 (core break-even point) | Fuel + Full expressway tolls + Sa Ky Port terminal entry | Family of 4 heading to Ly Son Island or a 1-day Tam Ky – Phu Ninh Lake trip |
| 6 passengers | 7-seat SUV | Vehicle fare ÷ 6 (lower than 6 shared van seats) | Fuel + Expressway tolls + Chu Lai Airport / Sa Ky Port parking | Families with children/seniors or corporate teams with checked luggage |
| 8 passengers | 16-seat minibus | Vehicle fare ÷ 8 | Fuel + Commercial-class expressway tolls + Terminal parking | Two families travelling together with return-trip Ly Son garlic and seafood boxes |
| 12 – 14 passengers | 16-Seat Minibus | 16-seat van fare ÷ 12–14 (lowest cost per guest) | Fuel + 16-seat expressway tolls + Main port parking bay | Extended family groups, company retreats or photography clubs |
If your journey departs from Hue to Sa Ky Port or follows a 2-day 1-night sightseeing route via My Son Sanctuary and Tam Thanh Mural Village, compare options on our Hue to Sa Ky Port and Ly Son Ferry private car and Hoi An, My Son, Tam Thanh and Sa Ky Port 2-day 1-night private car tour.
3 hidden road surcharges you avoid with an all-inclusive private car fare
On inter-provincial drives ranging from 70 km (Tam Ky) and 90 km (Chu Lai) to 135 km (Sa Ky Port), locking in an all-inclusive vehicle rate prevents three common extra charges:
- Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway BOT tolls (130 km): Basic street quotes often route cars along old National Highway 1A (adding over 45 minutes of town traffic and speed cameras) unless passengers pay expressway toll tickets in cash. Sun Travel fares include expressway tolls automatically for 4, 7 and 16-seat vehicles.
- Chu Lai Airport (VCL) and Sa Ky Port barrier fees: Terminal entry tickets required to drop or meet passengers right under the Sa Ky Port departure canopy or Chu Lai Airport arrival curb are covered by your driver.
- No early-morning surcharge for 04:30 AM pickups: Departing Da Nang or Hoi An at 04:30 AM to reach Sa Ky Port for the 07:30 AM Ly Son ferry carries the standard listed route fare without night-shift surcharges.
Saving money by pairing Tam Ky sightseeing with your Sa Ky Port transfer
If you are booked on an afternoon ferry to Ly Son (13:30 – 15:00) or returning from Ly Son to Sa Ky Port on a morning boat (arriving ashore around 09:30 AM), you can turn your transfer day into a sightseeing loop:
- Stop for Tam Ky chicken rice and Tam Thanh Mural Village: On the drive between Sa Ky Port and Hoi An/Da Nang, your driver can follow the Vo Chi Cong coastal road to stop at Tam Thanh Mural Village and downtown Tam Ky for lunch.
- Visit Huong Tra Ecological Village in April: Travelling in April each year lets you pause along the Tam Ky River at Huong Tra Ecological Village to experience the yellow blossoms of the Tam Ky Sua Flower Festival.
Booking two separate one-way transfers vs. a multi-day charter
- When staying on Ly Son Island for 2–3 nights: Book two separate one-way transfers (one outbound to Sa Ky Port and one return pickup from Sa Ky Port). Because vehicles do not cross to the island, two one-way bookings save you from paying mainland vehicle standby during your island stay.
- When staying on the mainland in Tam Ky / Quang Ngai: A 2-day 1-night private car charter with multi-day terms confirmed per trip request before departure is ideal for exploring My Son, Phu Ninh Lake, Tam Thanh and Sa Ky Port. Explore all regional routes in our South Central Vietnam and Central Highlands road trip handbook.
Frequently Asked Questions: Private Car Costs to Tam Ky, Chu Lai & Sa Ky Port
What are the current listed rates for a 4-, 7- or 16-seat private car on the Hue – Sa Ky Port route?
Current starting rates for Hue → Sa Ky Port (Ly Son): 4-seat car from US$106, 7-seat car from US$118 and 16-seat van from US$163. The listed price includes fuel, road tolls and parking; Sun Travel quotes the final fare based on your pickup and drop-off points, itinerary and departure time.
Do the listed private car rates to Tam Ky, Chu Lai and Sa Ky Port include expressway toll fees?
Yes. Starting fares for 4-seat, 7-seat and 16-seat vehicles shown in the price box cover fuel, full Da Nang – Quang Ngai Expressway tolls and parking barrier fees at Chu Lai Airport and Sa Ky Port.
If we spend 2 nights on Ly Son Island, should we book a round-trip charter or two separate one-way transfers?
You should book two separate one-way transfers (one drop-off at Sa Ky Port on your departure morning and one pickup at Sa Ky Port when your return ferry docks) so you never pay for mainland car standby while on the island.
Is there an extra night surcharge for a 04:30 AM pickup in Da Nang to catch the early Sa Ky Port ferry?
No. Early morning pickups between 04:30 and 05:00 AM for the first Ly Son Island ferry are billed at the standard listed route rate once your departure schedule is confirmed.
How do deposit, pickup waiting time and cancellation terms work for Sa Ky Port bookings?
Inter-regional deposit requirements, pickup waiting time and cancellation terms confirmed per trip request before departure.
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