1. Bus – Hue to Da Lat
2. Train+Bus – Hue to Da Lat
3. Flight – Hue to Da Lat
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From Hue to Da Lat you can travel by tourist bus, train + bus or plane.
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- Travel distance from Hue to Da Lat is about 750-800 km by land. You can travel by sleeper intercity bus from Hue to Da Lat. But to travel by sleeper bus from Hue to Da Lat takes up to 16 hours. It is the most cheapest option of transfer – bus ticket from Hue to Da Lat costs about $15-18/pp, but it is not so comfortable option for this long journey. There are also a few direct flights from Hue to Da Lat (Phu Bai Airport to Lien Khuong Airport), but the flight schedule is limited, about 3-5 flights per week (it can change in the future). Direct flight from Hue to Da Lat takes about 1 hour 15 minutes and it costs about $70-150/pp.
- There is also a possibility to travel by train of Vietnam Railway from Hue to Nha Trang (about 600 km) and in Nha Trang you can take a direct tourist bus/minivan or private taxi to Da Lat. Travel by train+bus to Da Lat from Hue via Nha Trang can take up to 17-18 hours. Search and book your bus/train tickets or flights from Hue to Da Lat online. From Da Lat you can travel by tourist bus to Phan Thiet/Mui Ne or you can travel by bus to Buon Ma Thuot.
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- Da Lat (Đà Lạt) – located on the Langbiang Plateau in the southern part of the Central Highlands region, the capital city of Lam Dong Province. It was established as a hill resort in the early 20th century by French colonials who were attracted to its cool, spring-like weather, pine-covered hills, evergreen forests, waterfalls, tea plantations and lakes. Many reminders of the city’s colonial period can be found in myriad European style villas and building all around.
- Da Lat is accesible by bus or plane, or by your own motorbike/car. Da Lat offers a very good climate, if you want to escape from the hot weather at the beach area of Nha Trang, you should definitely try to visit this place. There are 3 options how you can get to Da Lat from Hue in Thua Thien – take a flight, travel by bus or train+bus via Nha Trang. The best and fastest way is to take a direct flight, sometimes it is also a cheap option of transport. Before you arrive to Da Lat in southern Vietnam you can also visit Da Nang in central Vietnam.
| Transfer Mode – Hue to Da Lat: | Travel Time | Cost Range |
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| Sleeper Intercity Bus | 16-19 hours | $15-$18/pp |
| Train + Bus via Nha Trang | 17-18 hours | $25+ |
| Direct Flight + Flights with transfer in Saigon | 1 hour 15 minutes or 6-10 hours via Saigon | $70-$150/pp |
How do I get from Hue to Da Lat?
1. SLEEPER BUS from Hue to Da Lat
One of the low-cost transfer options from Hue to Da Lat is a trip by intercity long-distance sleeper bus. Expect a very long journey and it is rather better to consider in advance whether to choose this mode of transport. The travel time by sleeper intercity bus to Da Lat from Nha Trang can take up to around 16-19 hours, this time can vary a little.
It is also good to know that these sleeper intercity buses in Vietnam are sometimes late and the exact departure and arrival times may not be strictly observed. On this route to Da Lat, you can use the bus services of Phuong Trang (Futabus), Queen Cafe or Grouptour, which offer you classic Vietnamese sleeper buses. E.g. Futabus is a proven and well rated company with good prices for such transfers.
The buses also make other stops along the way. Buses also depart from various locations in Hue and may arrive at various locations in Da Lat, you will always see this information when ordering tickets online. You can easily search and buy bus tickets from Hue to Da Lat online well in advance.
It is also recommended to arrive at the departure point at least 30 minutes before the departure of the bus. Also, always carefully read all transfer conditions and ticket instructions and follow all information from the company that you see when ordering tickets. A bus transfer is a popular transport option mainly among solo low-cost travelers, but for long distances this option can be very tiring and inconvenient.
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2. TRAIN + BUS from Hue to Da Lat
If you would like to use the train for the transfer from Hue to Da Lat, you can, but only from Hue to Nha Trang and then you have to continue, for example, by bus to Da Lat. There is no direct railway to Da Lat, so most visitors go to Da Lat by bus or minivan from Nha Trang. This option therefore has 2 steps and may be suitable for those who also want to visit the popular beach town of Nha Trang, which is about 140 km from Da Lat.
So the first step is a train transfer from Hue to Nha Trang, which takes approximately 12-14 hours. As it is a long railway route, it is better to choose a sleeping berth on the train. However, these regular trains also offer seats, which are always the cheapest option on the train. Train tickets from Hue to Nha Trang cost between $17-40/pp and the tourist sleeper train Violette Train is about $60-65/pp.
The Violette tourist sleeper train is included in the regular trains and is the most comfortable and the most expensive train on this route. This Tourist Violette Train offers only sleeping berths to tourists and is very popular among foreign tourists for its comfort and services.
Vietnam Railways trains depart from Hue Railway Station and arrive at Nha Trang Railway Station, a short distance from the city center, see also Vietnam railway map. There are about 6-8 trains between these cities every day, so hopefully you can choose your suitable connection. Train tickets to Nha Trang from Hue are easy to find and buy online in advance.
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The second step is to travel by bus, minivan or private taxi/car from Nha Trang to Da Lat. This is a very popular travel route and the travel time by bus or minivan is approximately 4-5 hours and the transfer costs between $7-22/pp. Prices depend on the type of bus, more modern and smaller minivans are usually a bit more expensive than classic big buses with seats or sleeping beds.
There are very many buses and minivans, the timetable is very comprehensive and the buses depart from various stops in Nha Trang city and also arrive at various stops in Da Lat.
A lot of different companies operate on this route, some of the more famous ones are, for example, Phuong Trang (Futabus), iHome Transfer, Viet Nam Travel Bus, Techbus VN, Duc Duong Bus or Hanh Café.
An alternative is also the possibility of booking a private taxi or car, but this is of course a more expensive transport option than traveling by bus. Again, you can easily buy tickets to Da Lat online in advance.
3. FLIGHTS from Hue to Da Lat
The fastest, most comfortable, but at the same time more expensive transfer option from Hue to Da Lat in central Vietnam is a direct flight. However, these direct flights are very limited and there are only a few per week. After that, it is still possible to use flights with a transfer in Ho Chi Minh City, but they take a little longer.
The direct flight time from Hue to Da Lat is approximately 1 hour 15 minutes, and flights with a transfer in Ho Chi Minh City take approximately 6-8 hours. However, the flight time with a transfer may vary, depending on how long you will be waiting for the connecting flight in Ho Chi Minh City.
For direct flights from Hue to Da Lat, you can use the largest and proven company Vietnam Airlines, for other flights with a transfer you can use VietJet Air, Bamboo Airways, Hanh Air Systems or Vietravel Airlines. Flights are operated from Phu Bai Airport to Lien Khuong Airport, which is about 30 km from Da Lat city, see the airport map of Vietnam.
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Direct flights from Hue to Da Lat cost around $100/pp, on the other hand, some flights connecting in Ho Chi Minh City can cost a total of $70-150/pp. You can easily search and buy tickets from Hue to Da Lat online even in advance, which is recommended.
Air transfer, mainly direct flights, are the best option for transportation between these remote locations. It is, of course, the most expensive transport option, but it will save you several hours of travel time. However, the schedule of direct flights is very limited, so you only have to use connecting flights.
❓ FAQ + Tips – Travel route from Hue to Da Lat:
1. How to book and buy tickets/flights from Hue to Da Lat?
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- You can book e-tickets from Hue to Da Lat online on Baolau ➜ or 12go.asia ➜.
- You can change your route, e.g. Hue > Nha Trang, Nha Trang > Da Lat…
2. What is the travel time from Hue to Da Lat?
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- Travel by sleeper intercity bus from Hue to Da Lat takes about 16-19 hours.
- Travel by train + bus from Hue to Da Lat (via Nha Trang) takes about 17-18 hours.
- Travel by plane from Hue to Da Lat takes about 1 hour 15 minutes (direct flight) and about 6-8 hours for flights via Saigon.
3. What is the travel time from Hue to Da Lat?
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- To get by sleeper intercity bus from Hue to Da Lat costs about $15-18/pp.
- To get by train + bus from Hue to Da Lat (via Nha Trang) costs about $25+/pp.
- To get by plane from Hue to Da Lat costs about $70-150/pp (direct flight).
4. What is the travel distance from Hue to Da Lat?
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- Travel distance from Hue to Da Lat is about 750 km by train+bus/bus or about 650 by plane.
5. What is the best way of transport from Hue to Da Lat?
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- The best and fastest way how to get to Da Lat from Hue is to travel by plane. There are direct flights between these cities and you will save a lot of time, direct flight takes only about 1 hour.
6. What is the cheapest way of transfer to Da Lat from Hue?
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- The cheapest way how to get to Da Lat from Hue is to travel by tourist sleeper bus, but it takes a lot of time.
7. Is there a railway from Nha Trang to Da Lat?
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- No, there is no railway between Nha Trang and Da Lat. If you want to travel by train, you have to take a train from Hue to Nha Trang and from Nha Trang to Da Lat you have to travel by tourist bus or van, private minivan, private car or taxi. Nha Trang is about 135 km from Da Lat.
8. Where to travel from Da Lat?
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- From Da Lat you can take a bus to Phan Thiet (Mui Ne) and continue to travel in southern Vietnam. Or you can travel by tourist bus/plane to Ho Chi Minh City – the most important transport hub in the south.
9. What is the best time to visit Da Lat?
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- The best time to visit Da Lat, a mountainous town in the Central Highlands region of Vietnam, is during the dry season which runs from December to March. During this period, the weather is cool and pleasant, with clear blue skies and low humidity. This is also the peak tourist season, so be prepared for higher prices and bigger crowds.
10. How to move and explore Da Lat?
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- Walking: Da Lat is a relatively small town, and one of the best ways to explore it is by walking. Motorbike rental: Renting a motorbike is a popular way to explore Da Lat and its surrounding areas. Taxi or Grab: Taxis and Grab (ride-hailing service) are widely available in Da Lat. They are a convenient way to get around the town and its surrounding areas, especially if you are traveling in a group or with luggage. Private tours: You can also hire a private tour guide to take you around Da Lat and its surroundings. Public transportation: Da Lat has a public bus system.
11. Which beaches can you visit in central Vietnam?
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- Central Vietnam is known for its stunning coastline and beautiful beaches. The best places for visit these beaches are in Cam Ranh coast, Nha Trang, Quy Nhon or Hue. Read this article: The Best Beaches in Central Vietnam.
12. How to travel solo in Vietnam?
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- Discover the wonders of solo travel in Vietnam as you explore ancient temples, cruise through scenic landscapes or karst sceneries, hike various national parks and ethnic villages and connect with the warm-hearted locals, creating a personalized journey of cultural immersion and breathtaking experiences.
13. What are the most interesting things or facts about Vietnam?
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- Vietnam, a country with a captivating allure, is celebrated for its breathtaking landscapes, including the mesmerizing limestone karsts of Halong Bay, the terraced rice fields of Sapa, and the bustling waterways of the Mekong Delta. Its rich history unfolds through ancient temples in Hanoi, the imperial city of Hue, and the Cu Chi Tunnels, providing a glimpse into Vietnam’s resilience during wartime. The country’s vibrant culture, delicious cuisine, and warm hospitality further enhance the allure of this Southeast Asian gem. Read this: 15 Interesting Things of Vietnam.
14. What to expect from Vietnam Culture?
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- Expect a vibrant cultural tapestry in Vietnam, characterized by traditional values, a strong sense of community, and a deep-rooted respect for family. You’ll encounter a fusion of French, Chinese, and indigenous influences in art, architecture, and cuisine. Traditional water puppetry, folk music, and dance performances showcase the country’s artistic flair. The importance of rituals and festivals in daily life adds a colorful dimension, while the warmth and friendliness of the Vietnamese people make for a welcoming and enriching cultural experience.
15. What is the weather in Vietnam and what to expect?
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- Weather in Vietnam varies with a tropical climate featuring distinct wet and dry seasons. In the north, the dry season (October to April) brings cooler temperatures, while the wet season (May to September) is marked by higher humidity and heavy rainfall. Central Vietnam experiences a dry period (January to August) with lower humidity and a wet season (September to December) characterized by increased rainfall. In southern Vietnam, the dry season (December to April) offers warm temperatures, while the wet season (May to November) brings higher humidity and occasional heavy rainfall. For accurate information, check local forecasts.
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