Facts about the bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
| Cheapest Bus | $17 |
| Fastest Bus | 6h 30m |
| Earliest Bus | 1:00 AM |
| Latest Bus | 11:59 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 108 |
| Distance | 709 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | An Anh Limousine, GoEz Travel, Kumho Samco, Tien Oanh |
Buses from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
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Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat Destination Reviews
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Cem OWirst Ride in my life. I thought I would die.
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP 22 Single Cabin, Binh Minh Tai Limousine, Feb 10, 2026
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Marina CWas nice and smooth, experienced driver,we had one stop for toilet and arrived in time.
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus Sleeper 34, Thanh Buoi (Thành Bưởi), Feb 5, 2026
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Bachtiar NAll good and very smooth!
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, Feb 4, 2026
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Austeja EIt was extremely cold, the drivers were chating the whole night.
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, Feb 3, 2026
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Luu RIt a new and interesting way to travel in a sleeper bus, it very nice and comfortable ride
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, Feb 3, 2026
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Noemi SBad communication
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, Jan 31, 2026
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Salmaan TArrived at the bus station and as I was exiting the taxi, one of the staff started screaming at me that I was late for the bus, he was so close to my face that his spit was hitting my face. Disgusting behaviour. It turns out I wasn’t late and this was the earlier bus. This would have been easily confirmed if he checked my ticket before screaming at me. Horrendous service!
The bus itself was clean and was comfortable. I barely slept. The driver was driving extremely fast and I was flying around my seat. Put me on major edge for the 7 hours.
Overall a pretty shit experience. Why do the bus drivers go so damn fast. It’s so dangerous!
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus Cabin 24, Long Van Limousine, Jan 31, 2026
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Graham STrust them. They know what they’re doing and they will send the tickets almost last minute but you will get them
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, Jan 29, 2026
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Stephen CBus itself was excellent. And free drop off from station to accommodation in Da Lat. bus staion
However, 12Go confirmation said Ben xe Mien Dong not Ben xe Mien Dong MOI, the NEW bus station, which is where the bus left from. We went to the OLD bus station, as per the confirmation. Luckily the bus line runs a shuttle and they rescheduled us as we missed our booked bus by going to the wrong station. Make sure you confirm with the bus line which station you need.
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, Jan 25, 2026
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Danielle JReally enjoyable and very comfortable. Slippers to wear at toilet/food stops were a nice touch. Highly recommend this way to travel long distance.
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, Jan 19, 2026
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Futa Bus | VIP Cabin | 00:00 | 08:00 | $16.79 | |
Dien Linh Limousine | Limousine 36 Sleeper | 00:16 | 06:31 | $13.14 | |
VietNam Travel Bus | Sleeper 33 | 00:35 | 08:30 | $13.26 | |
Dien Linh Limousine | Limousine 36 Sleeper | 00:54 | 07:38 | $11.20 | |
Dien Linh Limousine | Limousine 36 Sleeper | 01:10 | 07:54 | $13.14 | |
Futa Bus | VIP Cabin | 01:30 | 09:30 | $16.79 | |
VietNam Travel Bus | Sleeper 33 | 01:50 | 09:45 | $13.26 | |
VietNam Travel Bus | Sleeper 33 | 02:30 | 10:25 | $13.26 | |
VietNam Travel Bus | Sleeper 33 | 02:50 | 10:45 | $13.26 | |
VietNam Travel Bus | VIP Luxury 24 | 03:30 | 09:55 | $18.49 | |
Lac Hong | VIP 9 Express | 03:46 | 11:51 | $17.38 | |
Lac Hong | VIP 9 Express | 04:02 | 11:52 | $17.38 | |
An Anh Limousine | VIP 24 | 04:20 | 13:10 | $28.94 | |
Lac Hong | VIP 9 Express | 04:45 | 12:50 | $17.38 | |
Tuan Tu Express | Limousine 24 Double | 05:01 | 13:21 | $30.90 | |
An Anh Limousine | VIP 24 | 05:20 | 14:10 | $25.07 | |
An Anh Limousine | VIP 24 | 05:45 | 14:40 | $28.94 | |
Lac Hong | VIP 9 Express | 06:01 | 13:51 | $17.38 | |
Viet Nam Travel Bus | VIP Bus | 06:20 | 15:20 | $24.86 | |
Duc Duong Bus | Sleeper 36 | 06:45 | 14:30 | $13.91 |
How to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat by Bus
Taking a bus to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
Traveling by bus, the distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat by Bus?
The estimate travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat is about 6h 30m. Note that traveling by bus is slower compared to driving your own car or getting a taxi. Depending on the departure time congestion between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Lat 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat by Bus?
The ticket price from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat 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.
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat timetable
To help you plan your trip, here is the Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat timetable of bus departure and arrival times.
Best Rated Companies for this Route
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Transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
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Buses$ 16.97
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Flights$ 11.01
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Taxis$ 11.01
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Vans are not available