Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

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Ho Chi Minh City
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Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Destination Reviews

GJ
Passenger was on his phone most of the ride. Very rude, would have been nice if passengers were notified to be respectful prior to boarding.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Sleeper 34, Thanh Buoi (Thành Bưởi), Jun 11, 2025
S
Everything went well and on time
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Cabin, Thanh Buoi (Thành Bưởi), Jun 8, 2025
EB
Exceptional service
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP Cabin, Futa Bus, May 27, 2025
LJ
The trip was scheduled to end around 7:10 am. It abruptly ended around 3:30 am in the middle of nowhere and I had no place to go as the city was essentially closed and I didn’t have a hotel booked yet. I felt extremely vulnerable and defenseless in a large city and it was a major disruption for me. I explicitly selected this particular bus time so that I would get into town later. There were many options but the ones arriving at 6am were too early for me. The driver never stopped for a bathroom break. It seemed he was just interested in finishing up his day early as he closed the bus at arrivals and stayed in it and slept while leaving us in the cold. Horrible. Beyond that the bus was older than advertised and its interior was dated and uncomfortable.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, May 27, 2025
DC
The driver was very friendly and professional. The bus picked up each passenger or family from their hotel. This small limousine bus is so much more comfortable than the standard transportation buses which constantly stop at many locations, but don't permit you to use the restroom often for hours and hours. The two families and 1 other gentleman made on my bus were all wonderful, friendly people and so the time passed quickly. It was also nice to have a great and courteous driver. As you read some of these 12Go reviews you will see many people comment of the bus drivers being arrogant, impatient, erratic driving jerks. However my limousine bus experience was exactly the opposite.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP 9 Express, Lac Hong, May 27, 2025
SG
Bus was really clean and comfortable. Driver very friendly and helpful. I’ve travelled with this company numerous times and the staff are always extremely helpful. The only downfall was we arrived 3 hours later than we were supposed to. Any other time we’ve used this company for buses though they’ve been early it might have just been the traffic in Ho Chi Minh.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP Luxury 24, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus), May 21, 2025
AM
Luxurious for a sleeper. most affordable option and CLEAN. 2 rest stops and they communicate that to you before hand. The bus driver I had was kind, responsible and good driver. Air con worked well. Only 4 people were on the bus so very private ride. Also provided a free shuttle car into the actual Saigon city. Would recommend
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Sleeper, Kumho Samco (Kumho Samco), May 10, 2025
SB
The bus was very nice and clean. The personel was also nice. We left on time, but we arrived 3 hours early. Therefore we had to rent a room, to get the rest of our sleep.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus Sleeper 24, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus), May 7, 2025
EP
The only good thing about this bus is the wider bed, but that’s it. For the price it’s not worth it, we left half an hour later and arrived at hour earlier at 4.30am. The seats are the same length and are not adjustable to a seated position . They also blast a really load announcement to tell you theirs a toilet break in the night.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP 24, Dien Linh, May 3, 2025
MB
The Bus was clean, the busdriver was good. Bad was, that the Bus brought us to the arrival Point, which was told us, into the centre of Ho Chi Minh City. Instead they brought us to a logistic point 14km distance from centre. And it was not the best Location to get a grab. The Personal was not helpful…
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP 22, Sapa Discovery Travel, May 2, 2025
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Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
Viet Nam Travel Bus
Express 36
00:00
09:30
€11.86
  5.0
Bus
Duc Duong Bus
Sleeper 36
00:20
06:35
€10.69
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
01:00
09:30
€13.36
  4.8
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
01:30
09:00
€33.40
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
02:00
09:30
€25.01
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
03:00
10:30
€33.40
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
04:00
11:30
€25.01
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
05:00
13:30
€13.36
  4.8
Bus
Viet Nam Travel Bus
Sleeper 34
05:30
15:30
€15.11
  2.7
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
06:00
14:30
€16.70
  4.8
Bus
Lac Hong
VIP 9 Express
06:30
14:05
€15.03
  3.8
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
07:00
15:30
€16.70
  4.8
Bus
Viet Nam Travel Bus
Sleeper 34
07:30
17:30
€15.11
  2.7
Bus
Viet Nam Travel Bus
Express 36
07:50
17:20
€11.86
  5.0
Bus
Lac Hong
VIP 9 Express
08:10
15:45
€15.03
  3.8
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
08:30
16:00
€13.36
Bus
Techbus VN JSC
VIP Sleeper 34
08:50
16:20
€20.06
Bus
Lac Hong
VIP 9 Express
09:10
15:45
€15.03
Bus
An Anh Limousine
VIP 24
09:30
17:00
€13.36
Bus
Sapa Discovery Travel
VIP 22
10:00
18:30
€16.70
  4.8

Can you drink tap water Ho Chi Minh City?

Tap water in Ho Chi Minh City is not considered safe for drinking directly. Local authorities generally recommend using bottled water for drinking and cooking. If you need to use tap water, it is advisable to boil it first or use a reliable filtration system.

Bottled water is widely available at convenience stores and supermarkets, typically costing around 10,000 to 20,000 VND ($0.40 to $0.80) per bottle.

What is the famous product of Ho Chi Minh City?

Ho Chi Minh City is renowned for its traditional handicrafts, particularly lacquerware and ceramics. These products make for popular souvenirs and gifts, showcasing intricate designs and vibrant colors. The city is also famous for its coffee, particularly Vietnamese drip coffee made with robusta beans.

Shopping at local markets like Ben Thanh Market offers a variety of these items. Visitors can experience the rich cultural heritage through these crafts and the local coffee culture.

How many days in Ho Chi Minh City is enough?

Spending 3 to 4 days in Ho Chi Minh City is generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and get a feel for the local culture. This timeframe allows you to visit key sites like the War Remnants Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, and the Cu Chi Tunnels. Additionally, you can experience the bustling atmosphere of Ben Thanh Market and enjoy a food tour to sample local Vietnamese cuisine.

For transportation, taxis and ride-hailing services like Grab are convenient, with fares typically starting around 15,000 VND ($0.60). Public buses are also available for economical travel.

Accommodation ranges widely, with budget options starting at 300,000 VND ($12) per night. Tap water is not recommended for drinking; bottled water is easily accessible and affordable.

Transportation from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

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

Cheapest Transport€12
Fastest Transport55m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:59 PM
Departures per day567
Distance780 kilometers
Transport CompaniesADT Limousine, An Anh Limousine, An Phu Hoi An Travel, Bamboo Airways, Bamboo Airways, Ben Tre Limousine, Dan Anh, Dichung, Dien Linh, Futa Bus, G5Car Limousine, GoEz Travel, Grouptour, Hong Huy, Kumho Samco, Kumho Samco, Lac Hong, Mixi Travel, Mui Ne Go Travel, Mui Ne Private Car, Mui Ne Sky Travel, Nha Uyen Limousine, OUROS Travel, Phong Phu, Phuong Trang, Saigon DMC, Sapa Discovery Travel, Taxigo vn, Trong Minh, VietJet Air, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Airlines, Vietnam Transfers, VietNam Travel Bus

How to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

When you want to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, 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 Flight 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 EUR 275.86. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 11.69.

How far is Da Lat from Ho Chi Minh City?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City. Your trip will be a total of 485 miles (780 km). The flying distance is 485 miles (780 km).

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

The travel time from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 24 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Kumho Samco: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 11.69 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 EUR 275.86.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 11.69 to EUR 194.82;
  • Bus+taxi price: EUR 19.80. From Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City starting from 15:00 Da Lat Bus Station until 15:00 Da Lat Bus Station
  • Plane tickets - EUR 37.61 to EUR 241.37;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 84.54 to EUR 275.86.

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

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 23:59. There are 487 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City depart during the day - there are approximately 31 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City. 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 EUR 37.61.

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 Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

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

Buses

Taking a bus from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City. 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 EUR 84.54.

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 Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City? 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:

  • 82% decided to go for a bus.
  • 13% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 4% users took a plane.
  • 1% Other