Buses from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

Buses from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

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Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Bus Schedule

Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Mui Ne Sky Travel SUV 4pax Any timeVND 3,850k
Phong Phu VIP 24 02:00 - 08:50VND 784k
Thanh Buoi Sleeper 34 05:00 - 12:00VND 385k
Phuong Trang Sleeper 06:00 - 14:00VND 352k
Lac Hong VIP 9 Express 09:00 - 15:00VND 366k
Viet Nam Travel Bus Sleeper 44 Express 11:00 - 19:00VND 504k
Thanh Buoi VIP Room 12:00 - 19:00VND 506k
Phuong Trang Sleeper 14:35 - 22:35VND 352k
VietJet Air Economy #VJ36516:00 - 17:00VND 1,887k
Phuong Trang Sleeper 18:00 - 02:00VND 352k
Thanh Buoi Sleeper 34 20:00 - 03:00VND 385k
Long Van Limousine VIP 20 23:00 - 05:10VND 680k

Transportation from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

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

Cheapest Bus$15
Fastest Bus7h
Earliest Bus12:00 AM
Latest Bus11:35 PM
Daily Bus Routes85
Distance400 kilometers
Bus CompaniesPhuong Trang, Techbus VN JSC, Thanh Buoi

Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Destination Reviews

SM
Was a comfortable bus honestly. Instructions for boarding were clear. However, the arrival time was set at 6:15 and we got in at 4am to a location that was not the one set on the ticket. I asked the staff member and he looked clueless. I know times are an estimate but 2.15 hours early is a bit ridiculous, we had no accommodation booked for the night and didn’t know where we were. Overall a comfortable ride but just be wary.
Bus Sleeper 36, Duc Duong Bus, Mar 14, 2024
LK
Smooth and comfortable ride
Bus VIP 24, An Anh Limousine, Jan 18, 2024
SV
The staff was brilliant and we arrived earlier than I expected
Bus VIP 24, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Jan 7, 2024
AS
I m 1.88cm I was to tall for the cabin, but enough space. I feeled me like on a spaceship. Very good transport, nice bus driver 👌 and I was very happy after the arriving.
Bus VIP 24, An Anh Limousine, Dec 27, 2023
J
The driver did not let us out on an earlier bus stop.
Bus Sleeper 34, Viet Nam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus), Nov 27, 2023
CH
Bus was nearly an hour late and stopped a long way from where the map said it would so I had to get a taxi. The lady in Da Lat spoke English and helped me but the driver didn't. I had to ask another passenger for help when we stopped.
Bus Sleeper 36, Duc Duong Bus, Nov 27, 2023
KD
The wider seat is not enough to make up for the aggressive driving and rude manners and the preassigned seat that we ended up having. We were sitting on the top row and couldn’t close our eyes for a minute in a 7 hour journey. VIP doesn’t mean better treatment, doesn’t mean better sits and if you’re over 175 cm you cannot sleep straight. There is no toilet onboard and they didn’t make any break for it! We’ve had better experience with regular sleeper buses in the end. Difference is also made by the carrier, I definitely not recommend this one.
Bus VIP 24, Duc Duong Bus, Nov 19, 2023
BL
Clean sleeper bus throughout the day. Bud was an hour late picking up and when we got to Saigon there was a lot of confusion on what mini bus to get on as we were a long way out of the city.
Bus Sleeper 36, Duc Duong Bus, Nov 14, 2023
ND
One of the worst bus experiences ever. The bus driver was smoking in the bus. He dropped us out skirts of Ho Chi Minh city and he did not tell us anything, when we asked how to get to our place he ignored us and left. We booked the cab to our hotel which is 45 mins drive from the place he dropped us.
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Nov 13, 2023
JB
Bus was fine. Slightly over time but not egregiously. My main issue is that as others have commented, the drop off location is INACCURATE. It's about 25-30 minutes drive from the city centre and probably 35-40 minutes drive from the currently listed drop off. This should be updated as a matter of urgency for transparency. As a solo traveler I had to made plans to get a taxi incurring additional cost. If I hadn't had sufficient money I'd have been stuck.
Bus Sleeper 34, Thanh Buoi (Thành Bưởi), Sep 29, 2023
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How to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City by Bus

Taking a bus to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City is a safe, comfortable and less expensive alternative for traveling this route. To popular destinations, bus companies operate multiple trips per day, often round the clock at 30-60 minute intervals. To less traveled destinations, there may be only 1 scheduled trip a day. The most common bus types are non-air-conditioned, air-conditioned, and premium buses.

It is best to reserve your tickets at least a few days ahead of your travel date. Check our list of bus companies available for online booking offering Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City tickets. When traveling on weekends and holidays it is recommended to reserve tickets much earlier due to higher numbers of travelers, both vacation-makers and urban workers returning home to their provincial home.

How far is it from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City?

Traveling by bus, the distance from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City depends on the route taken. Most bus companies travel via expressways or tollways. This may not necessarily be the shortest route but it is the fastest one as normally there is less traffic and no traffic lights.

To get to certain island destinations which are not connected to the mainland by a bridge, buses board large car ferries. Passengers are usually asked to get off the bus, but there is no need to take your luggage from the bus. The travel distance from port to port is added to the total distance.

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

The estimate travel time from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City is about 7h. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City may differ greatly There is usually more traffic between morning until afternoon during weekdays than during weekends.

Another important factor that may affect travel time is the type of bus. Premium or VIP buses are usually faster as they use motorways and call to fewer bus stations (if any) en route. Buses normally make short 10-30-minute breaks after a few hours of continuous travel to allow passengers use bathrooms, stock up on munchies and let bus attendants and the driver have rest.

Some premium buses have onboard toilets and the second driver. Nevertheless, usually they still make en route stops for a quick lunch or fuel refill.

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

The ticket price from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City can vary depending on the type of buses you choose. For a less expensive ticket consider non-air-conditioned or ordinary buses. Premium or luxury buses are more expensive but you can expect more comfort and some additional services like phone charging ports, personal entertainment system screens and toilets.

Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City timetable

To help you plan your trip, here is the Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City timetable of bus departure and arrival times.

Best Rated Companies for this Route

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Safety is one of the most important aspects to consider. We also recommend you checking reviews on overall service quality of the bus companies serving this route.

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