1. Bus – Saigon to Da Lat
2. Flight – Saigon to Da Lat
3. Taxi – Saigon to Da Lat
4. Train + Bus to Da Lat
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From Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat you can get by bus, van, taxi/car or plane.
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- The distance from Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) to Da Lat spans approximately 300 km by land. The most efficient and expedient way to reach Da Lat City from Ho Chi Minh City is by taking a direct flight to Lien Khuong International Airport (located about 30 km from Da Lat) from Tan Son Nhat Airport. Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat typically take about approximately 1 hour. Alternatively, travelers can opt for tourist buses or minivans for the journey from Saigon to Da Lat. While this option is budget-friendly, the travel time by bus ranges from 7 to 9 hours. For utmost comfort, consider traveling by private taxi or car, with a travel time of about 6 hours.
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- Another option is to travel by train to Nha Trang (135 km from Da Lat) and then proceed to Da Lat via bus, taxi, or motorbike rental. Luxurious modern limousines and vans from Saigon to Da Lat offer premium comfort at affordable prices. From Da Lat, travelers can further explore Nha Trang by bus. Secure your bus e-tickets or direct flights from Saigon to Da Lat conveniently online.
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- Da Lat (Đà Lạt) – a highly sought-after destination in central Vietnam, continues to garner increasing popularity. Nestled in Lam Dong Province, Da Lat lies just 135 km from Nha Trang, a beloved coastal city. Perched at an elevation of 1500 meters above sea level, Da Lat boasts a pleasant climate, making it an ideal retreat from the sweltering beaches of southern Vietnam. Accessible by bus/van or motorbike from Nha Trang, Da Lat is renowned for its natural beauty, including enchanting waterfalls and thriving fruit and vegetable production. Notably, Da Lat is not served by train, necessitating travel via bus, minivan, private car/taxi, or plane (with available direct flights). From Da Lat, travelers can also journey to Ho Chi Minh City or Phan Thiet and Mui Ne in southern Vietnam.
| Transfer Mode – Saigon to Da Lat: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Tourist Bus / Van | 7-9 hours | $8-20/pp |
| Private Car / Taxi with a driver | 4-6 hours | $135-285/car |
| Motorbike | 6-8 hours | $8-15 / 1 day |
| Direct Flight | 1 hour | $25-70/pp |
How do I get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
1. BUS from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
The used low-cost option of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat is a trip by tourist sleeper bus, of which there are many that travel in both directions. Traveling by bus is suitable for solo travelers, but also if you are traveling in a group of several people. You can use very modern to luxurious or even slightly older sleeper buses on the route, the more luxurious, of course, the higher the ticket price to Da Lat.
Travel time by sleeper bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat is approximately 7-9 hours and bus tickets range between $10-18/person, making buses the cheapest way to travel between these cities. There are many different private companies that go to Da Lat, such as Phuong Trang (Futabus), Techbus VN, Duc Duong, Viet Nam Travel Bus, Kumho Samco, Thanh Buoi, Hanh Café, Thinh Phat, Minh Tri, Phong Phu and others.
Most of them will offer you new, well-maintained or luxurious sleeper buses with beds, or minibuses with comfortable reclining seats, which will ensure acceptable comfort for all travelers. The bus schedule from Saigon to Da Lat is extensive and you can easily search and buy your bus tickets ahead of time on the online platforms listed below.
Always read additional information and useful instructions on transfers and bus tickets, instructions on where the buses depart from and where they arrive in Da Lat. Buses depart from different places in Saigon and also arrive at different places in Da Lat, there is not just one arrival station, there are many more. Buses to Da Lat also make various stops along the way, it is necessary to take this into account.
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2. VAN / MINIBUS from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
Another ground variant of transportation from Saigon to Da Lat is a smaller and more comfortable minibus or minivan. A minibus or minivan is a popular form of transportation in Vietnam, it is suitable for smaller groups of travelers as well as for solo travelers and is not too expensive. It can also be more convenient for those who are not comfortable with sleeper buses, where some sleeping beds for taller people can be small.
These minibuses or minivans are usually a bit faster, but it depends on the specific company and type of vehicle. There are slightly fewer minibuses on offer from Saigon to Da Lat. Travel time by minivan or minibus from Saigon to Da Lat is about 6.5-8 hours and tickets cost on average $15-20 per person.
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Some of the private companies that offer minibuses from Saigon to Da Lat are Lac Hong, Minh Tri, Thinh Phat, Hoang Vu Limousine, 35 Limo. You can also use these minibuses when transferring back from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City or you can use them for a transfer to Nha Trang. You can search and book minibus tickets from Saigon to Da Lat online in advance and again read all important information related to transfer and tickets.
3. FLIGHT from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
There is also a direct air connection from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat and it is definitely the most convenient and fastest option of transportation between these cities. In addition, Vietnamese airlines are very well rated and there are also low-cost flights. For those who don’t care about the budget on the trip, this option is the best choice when transferring to Da Lat. Direct flights are operated from Tan Son Nhat Airport in Saigon to Lien Khuong Airport, which is approximately 30 km south of Da Lat city (You can check Vietnam Airport Map).
From Lien Khuong Airport, you can use shuttle buses, private taxis or other shared cars for transport to the city, and to Tan Son Nhat Airport again the same methods of transport and some public buses. Direct flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat cost an average of $35-85/per person, in some periods the flights can be cheaper and sometimes more expensive, for example in the peak of the tourist season and travel time is about 1 hour.
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Most of these flights operated by Vietnam Airlines, VietJetAir and even Hanh Air Systems are Economy class and therefore the flights are relatively affordable. The cheapest flights to Da Lat are usually offered by VietJet Air, a well-known and well-rated Vietnamese company. Again, you can easily search for flights from Saigon to Da Lat online in advance and book online. From Lien Khuong Airport you can also travel by plane to Hanoi.
4. TAXI / CAR from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
Transportation by private taxi / car with driver is the most expensive but convenient option for transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat City. This is definitely not a suitable transport option for low-cost travelers and will probably be preferred by those who are not on a budget and want to be assured of a quick transfer to their destination in Da Lat.
Some private transport companies such as Ouros Travel, Mui Ne Sky Travel, Saigon DMC or Dichung Taxi operate on the route and they offer very modern and comfortable, fast cars, SUVs, Jeeps or minivans for groups of several people and with a driver. Transportation from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat by private taxi/car takes approximately 6-7 hours and the price for a whole car is approximately $115-270, prices vary according to the type of car and also how many they can carry.
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In a group of several people, you can calculate the price for the car per individual passenger, and sometimes it can be quite worthwhile. Some cars also go directly from Tan Son Nhat Airport in Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, e.g. cars from Ouros Travel or Saigon DMC. Most of these private taxi companies are well rated and transfers are hassle-free. Before ordering your car, read all transfer instructions to avoid possible inconveniences or misunderstandings.
5. TRAIN + BUS from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat
A) TRAIN (or BUS) from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang
There is no railway to Da Lat, but it is possible to travel by train from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang and from Nha Trang use various bus routes or private cars to Da Lat. It is a suitable option rather for those who also want to visit the beach and popular place of Nha Trang and then go to Da Lat from a cooler climate.
Nha Trang is located approximately 135 km from Da Lat city and there is no railway between these cities. The train journey from Saigon to Nha Trang takes approximately 7.5-9 hours and train tickets range from $10-70/person, depending on the type of train you take. The cheapest are the seats in the regular train, the more expensive are the sleeper beds and the most expensive are the tourist sleeper trains from Violette Train, Saigon Golden Train or Halo Express.
The sleeper berths in these trains cost on average $50-70/person, but they will offer better comfort and service than regular trains of Vietnam Railways. Tourist sleeper trains are arranged in regular trains and are marked with inscriptions or the logo of the given company.
Trains run during the day, but also at night, and everyone is sure to choose a suitable connection. Trains depart from Saigon Railway Station and arrive at Nha Trang Railway Station. Search and book train tickets to Nha Trang online in advance and read all ticket and transfer instructions.
B) Bus / Minivan / Car from Nha Trang to Da Lat
After arriving in Nha Trang, it is probably better to stay in the city for 2 days, explore it, and then go to Da Lat by bus or private car. Various buses, minibuses, private minivans and cars travel from Nha Trang to Da Lat. The most used and low-cost transport option from Nha Trang to Da Lat is the bus.
The bus ride from Nha Trang to Da Lat takes about 4-5 hours and bus tickets cost between $7-15/person, some private minivans or minibuses may be more expensive, but they will offer better comfort and services. Some of the companies that operate bus services from Nha Trang to Da Lat are Phuong Trang (Futabus), iHome Transfer, Viet Nam Travel Bus, Techbus VN or Duc Duong Bus and offer modern sleeper buses or smaller minibuses.
These buses depart from various locations in Nha Trang and arrive at various locations in Da Lat, you will always see this information when ordering rides on online platforms. It is always better to arrive at the departure point early, at least 30-60 minutes is recommended. This route is also one of the interesting routes that go from the coast of Nha Trang to the mountain area near the city of Da Lat.
6. Travel by motorbike from Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat
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- travel by motorbike from Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat takes about 7-8 hours
- this way of transportation is only for experienced motorbike drivers
- you can rent a motorbike in Ho Chi Minh City – Saigon scooter rental or Tigitmotorbikes
- rent a motorbike costs about $10-30/per day (depends on the type of motorbike
- You can also search a motorbike or bicycle in Vietnam with Bikesbooking ➜
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❓ FAQ – Travel route from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat:
1. How to book tickets + flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
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- You can book bus tickets + flights or taxi from Saigon to Da Lat online on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can search and book another tickets and routes, Da Lat to Hanoi…
2. What is the travel time from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
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- Travel by plane (direct flight) from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat takes about 1 hour.
- Travel by train/bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat (via Nha Trang) takes about 10-13 hours.
- Travel by bus/minivan from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat takes about 7-9 hours.
- Travel by private taxi/car from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat takes about 6 hours.
3. What is the travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
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- Travel distance from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat is about 330 km by bus/minivan and about 300 km by plane.
4. How much does it cost to get from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
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- Transfer by plane (direct flight) from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat costs about $25-70/pp.
- Transfer by train/bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat (over Nha Trang) costs about $20+/pp
- Transfer by bus/minivan from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat costs about $8-20/pp.
- Transfer by private taxi/car from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat costs about $135-285/car.
5. How to book a tour / activity or tickets for attractions in Da Lat?
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- You can book trail/bicycle or exploring tour to Da Lat on KLOOK ➜.
6. Does Da Lat have an airport?
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- Yes, Da Lat has an airport – Lien Khuong International Airport, about 30 km south of Da Lat town. From Da Lat you can take a flight to various cities of Vietnam, eg. from Da Lat to Hanoi. From Da Lat town you can take a shuttle bus or taxi to the airport (about 45 minutes).
7. How to travel from Lien Khuong Airport to Da Lat city center?
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- From Lien Khuong International Airport to Da Lat city center you can travel by local bus, shuttle bus or you can use private taxi. Travel by bus costs about $2-2.50, travel by taxi costs about $10-15.
8. What is the best way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
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- The best way of transport from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat is definitely to use a direct flight, only about 1 hour and sometimes flights are very cheap. Another option is to travel by luxury comfortable van or minibus.
9. Is there a direct train connection from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?
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- No, there is no direct train connection from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat, the only way how to get there is to travel by bus/van, plane, motorbike. If you want to travel by train, you have to take a train to Nha Trang and from Nha Trang you can take a bus to Da Lat, read > How to get from Nha Trang to Da Lat?
10. What is the best time to visit Da Lat?
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- Da Lat has two distinctive seasons each year but visitors come all the year. The dry season in Da Lat – takes place between November and March, rainy weather in Da Lat lasts from April to October. Temperatures are highest in May (30°C – 32°C) and lowest in January (20°C – 23°C).
- The best time to visit Da Lat is between December and March – you can see its famous flower gardens in full bloom. Temperatures at this time of the year are ideal for outdoor activities.
11. Where to travel and go from Da Lat?
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- From Da Lat you can travel to Nha Trang – the most visited place in southern Vietnam. It is only about 140 km and you can travel by bus/van or private vehicle. Check it > Da Lat to Nha Trang – Bus Schedule. You can also travel by plane or bus+train from Da Lat to Hanoi. You can also travel by bus or motorbike to Buon Ma Thuot.
🚍 Bus from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat – Schedule / Timetable / Bus Tickets:
| Bus Schedule – Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat: | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Da Lat |
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| Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 01:00 | 09:00 |
| Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 02:00 | 10:00 |
| Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 05:00 | 13:00 |
| Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 06:00 | 14:00 |
| Futabus (Phuong Trang) | 07:00 | 15:00 |
| Minh Tri Limousine | 08:00 | 15:30 |
| Minh Tri Limousine | 11:00 | 18:30 |
| Minh Tri Limousine | 20:00 | 03:30 |
| The Sinh Tourist | 22:00 | 05:00 |
| Hoang Vu Limousine | 09:00 | 16:00 |
| Hoang Vu Limousine | 23:00 | 06:00 |
| Hoang Vu Limousine | 23:59 | 06:59 |
| Lac Hong Limousine | 08:00 | 15:00 |
| Lac Hong Limousine | 22:00 | 03:00 |
| Thanh Buoi | 00:00 | 06:30 |
| Thanh Buoi | 05:00 | 11:30 |
| Thanh Buoi | 07:00 | 13:30 |
| Thanh Buoi | 12:00 | 18:30 |
| Thanh Buoi | 13:00 | 19:30 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 00:00 | 08:00 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 01:00 | 09:00 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 02:00 | 10:00 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 03:00 | 11:00 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 04:00 | 12:00 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 05:00 | 13:00 |
| Vietnam Travel Bus | 06:00 | 14:00 |
| Duc Duong | 00:00 | 06:40 |
| Duc Duong | 01:00 | 08:55 |
| Duc Duong | 06:45 | 14:30 |
| Duc Duong | 09:45 | 17:30 |
| Duc Duong | 11:30 | 19:45 |
| Lac Hong | 05:00 | 11:50 |
| Lac Hong | 12:00 | 18:50 |
| Lac Hong | 17:00 | 23:50 |
| Lac Hong | 23:00 | 05:50 |
| Grouptour | 21:30 | 04:10 |
| Kumho Samco | 22:00 | 04:30 |
✈️ Flights from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat – Schedule / Timetable / Airlines:
| Flight Schedule – Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat | Departs in Ho Chi Minh | Arrival in Da Lat | Price |
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| VietJet Air | 17:25 | 18:20 | From $35.00 |
| Vietnam Airlines | 16:55 | 17:45 | From $40.00 |
| Vietnam Airlines | 17:45 | 18:35 | From $40.00 |
| Vietnam Airlines | 18:15 | 19:20 | From $40.00 |
| Vietnam Airlines | 07:05 | 07:55 | From $45.00 |
| Vietnam Airlines | 10:55 | 11:45 | From $45.00 |
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