Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat

Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat

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Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat Schedule

Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
OUROS Travel SUV 4pax Any timeVND 5,078k
Phuong Trang Sleeper 02:00 - 10:00VND 352k
Lac Hong VIP 9 Express 05:00 - 11:00VND 366k
Viet Nam Travel Bus Sleeper 44 Express 07:00 - 15:00VND 504k
VietJet Air Economy #VJ36008:30 - 09:25$ 34.95
Phuong Trang Sleeper 11:00 - 19:00VND 352k
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN622012:15 - 13:10VND 1,009k
VietJet Air Economy #VJ36415:30 - 16:25VND 850k
Phuong Trang Sleeper 17:35 - 01:35$ 15.15
Thanh Buoi Sleeper 34 19:00 - 02:00$ 15.63
Thanh Buoi VIP Room 21:00 - 04:00$ 20.83
An Anh Limousine VIP 24 23:00 - 06:30$ 15.74

Transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat

Facts about the transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:00 PM
Departures per day105
Distance400 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBamboo Airways, Dichung, Mui Ne Sky Travel, OUROS Travel, Phuong Trang, Saigon DMC, Techbus VN JSC, Thanh Buoi, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines

Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat Destination Reviews

DK
The driver was weirdly touchy (another passenger complained about it too), the bus had to go into the garage halfway to get something checked/fixed, and (but maybe it is always like this) the bus was constantly making a low humming noise, which I can only assume was because the bus driver was not driving in the correct gear (too high) for its speed. Sometimes I would notice him shift gears and the sound go away.
Bus VIP 21, Duc Duong Bus, Apr 23, 2024
SV
Unreliable schedule, no one informing about the time of arrival of the bus. Put us at the end on an another bus, rude personal.
Bus Sleeper 36, Duc Duong Bus, Apr 6, 2024
IO
ViP Bus was actually a VIP bus (it's not uncommon that you book VIP amd get an old bus with tiny seats which would cost a fraction of the VIP). Unfortunately the driver honked even for vietnamese standards way too much (e.g. honking 4 times when one car on the other side of the street is driving normally) which didn't allow any of us to sleep. However, after telling and remining him he honked less. Other than that good driver and service, we arrived 30min before schedule.
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Apr 5, 2024
LA
Comfortable enough bus and journey with many stops for food and toilet breaks. Punctuality an issue however. Set off 45 mins late and arrived nearly 3 hours late.
Bus Sleeper 36, Duc Duong Bus, Mar 24, 2024
CP
The Drive was okay but I’m not sure if it’s better than the normal bus. We started earlier so really go on time. The chairs were very confortable but really not adapted to tall people. We got there very quickly. However, there was music on the whole time which was annoying and the driver drove the passengers to their addresses so once we arrived we drove for one hour just letting people go. I would recommend to look at google maps upon arrival to go out with other passengers. I managed to go out at the perfect time for the sunrise on the lake which was nice !
Bus VIP 9 Express, Lac Hong, Mar 16, 2024
JV
Was slightly behind on time but super comfy and clean bus.
Bus VIP 20, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Mar 11, 2024
TO
Pretty much great, but the bus arrive late at DaLat it's supposed to be 8 hour to arrive but it comes out to be 12 hours but overall everything is perfect.
Bus VIP 21, Duc Duong Bus, Jan 27, 2024
MD
Good communication via WhatsApp and we left and arrived more or less on time. There were sufficient breaks. The only negative points were being told a later time to come back after check-in by the local office and then being told via the messenger, i had to be there at the original time and may miss the bus (leading to useless stress since we left at the time indicating by the local office). The second point being the aggressive driving style of the driver. There was constant overtaking with zero visibility leading to many abrupt full stops due to oncoming traffic (which also had to sometimes do a full stop). I saw no other (long-distance) bus drive like this (we overtook many). Other than that, staff was curteous.
Bus Sleeper 36, Duc Duong Bus, Jan 14, 2024
FM
It was a good experience, the bus was very comfortable. The air conditioning was a little high so I recommend bringing warm clothes. The bus was delayed half an hour which wasn't that bad.
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 29, 2023
TT
Other passages where drunk and talking loudly the entire ride. They didn't care about our complaints, neither did taking to the bus operators help. They where disturbing the sleep of the entire bus. The bus operator should have taken action!
Bus VIP 22, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Dec 29, 2023
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How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat

When you want to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 238.00. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 13.85.

How far is Ho Chi Minh City from Da Lat?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat. Your trip will be a total of 249 miles (400 km). The flying distance is 441 miles (709 km).

How long does it take to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?

The travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 8 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?

The cost of the trip from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Phuong Trang (Phương Trang): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 13.85 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 238.00.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat:

  • flight+taxi price: USD 11.21. From Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat starting from 00:00 District 1 until 00:00 District 1
  • Bus tickets - USD 13.85 to USD 20.81;
  • Plane tickets - USD 37.58 to USD 46.53;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 112.82 to USD 238.00.

How many trips per day are there between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Lat?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 00:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 23:00. There are 73 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 37.58.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat

Bamboo Airways, VietJet Air (Công ty Cổ phần Hàng không VietJet), Vietnam Airlines (เวียดนาม แิอร์ไลน์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 112.82.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 94% decided to go for a bus.
  • 4% users took a plane.
  • 1% Other