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Mui Ne is a beach town on Vietnam's south-east coast, 109 kilometres (68 miles) from Dalat. It's known for its red and white sand dunes and for kitesurfing. The cheapest way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne is the bus at $8.50 (224,000 VND), and the ride takes 4h - 5h 30m. A taxi is the quickest way at $69 (1,816,000 VND), if you'd rather not wait around.
Distance from Dalat to Mui Ne
Dalat and Mui Ne are about 109 km (68 miles) apart, and the journey itself covers around 164 km by road. The quickest way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne is by taking the taxi, which takes around 3h 30m - 4h.
2 ways to travel from Dalat to Mui Ne
There are two ways to travel from Dalat to Mui Ne. The journey takes 3h 30m–4h and the quickest way is by private transport. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at $8.50 (224,000 VND).
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Dalat to Mui Ne by Bus
Travelling by bus is an affordable way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne. Ticket prices start from $8.50 (224,000 VND).
The bus journey takes 4h - 5h 30m, depending on which bus you take. We highly advise that you pay attention to the bus company’s departure and arrival points and map out their distance from your hotels in Dalat and Mui Ne.
Otherwise, you might have to spend a fortune and extra time on finding your way to/from bus stations.
Departure station
We recommend travelling with An Phu Travel, which departs at its office in Pham Ngu Lao, located in Dalat city centre.
Thanh Lich departs from its bus terminal located some 2 km north of Dalat city centre.
Bus schedule from Dalat to Mui Ne
Bus tickets are available on Bookaway.
Trips are limited so it’s best to book your tickets online beforehand through BookAway.
Arrival station
An Phu Travel parks at An Phu Tourist Office in Phan Thiet city centre, 6 km from Mui Ne Beach.
Thanh Lich drops off passengers at its office in Phan Thiet, 10 km west of the city centre. As you can see, even though Than Lich has a shorter travel time, your journey might actually take longer because of the distance of its bus stations from the city centres.
To get to your hotel from the bus stops, you can take a taxi or find the main road and hail public bus #1.
Dalat to Mui Ne by Taxi
Do you want your own private ride? You can also get a private transfer from Dalat to Mui Ne.
We recommend booking your ride with BookAway, which offers nice cars (definitely better than regular taxis) that come with trusted drivers.
Rates start from $69 (1,816,000 VND) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about $23 (605,000 VND) per person.
Travel time via private transfer from Dalat to Mui Ne takes around 3h 30m - 4h.
Taxi tickets are available on Bookaway.
Our favourite places to stay in Mui Ne
Here are our favourite places to stay in Mui Ne for every budget.
Le Huynh Mui Ne Hotel
Le Huynh Hotel is directly located on the main street of Mui Ne. You’ll reach restaurants, bars, and the beach within walking distance. The spacious rooms are clean and the staff is always happy to answer your questions - what else to ask for?
Standard King Room from $16
MAY Bungalow
The comfortable and clean rooms at MAY Bungalow come with air conditioning and a patio.
The place is located right next to the foodcourt and close to the beach, but also has a swimming pool if you feel like staying in!
Double rooms from $25
Bamboo Village Beach Resort & Spa
Looking for a tropical getaway on Phan Thiet Beach? Bamboo Village Beach Resort & Spa is surrounded by gardens and greenery. Rooms feature stylish wooden & bamboo furnishings and the resort offers plenty of facilities. Guests can chill out at the pool, spend some quiet time at the library, or exercise at the yoga room and fitness centre.
Deluxe garden view room storm from $85 incl. breakfast
ABOUT YOUR DESTINATION
Why Visit Mui Ne?
Mui Ne is a coastal town and traditional fishing village on Vietnam’s southeast coast. It is famous for its red and white sand dunes, spread out just beside soft sand beaches and lush trees.
Wind conditions are perfect on this side of the country, so kitesurfing is popular from October to April in Mui Ne. Other exciting activities include sailing, windsurfing, sandboarding, and quad biking on the sand dunes.
Rounding it up
That's the Full picture for getting from Dalat to Mui Ne, roughly 109 kilometres (68 miles) apart. In all, there are 2 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $8.50 (224,000 VND). The quickest trip takes 3h 30m.
Prices and timetables change, so it's worth a quick check before you travel. Have a question, or travelled this route recently? Ask the community below and we'll do our best to help.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the distance from Dalat to Mui Ne?
The distance from Dalat to Mui Ne is 109 kilometres (68 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne?
The fastest way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne is by private transport and takes 3h 30m - 4h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne?
The cheapest way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne is by bus with ticket costs starting from 224,000 VND.
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