How to Get From Dalat to Mui Ne
Bus · Private
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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 155 kilometre (96 miles) distance from Dalat to Mui Ne. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Mui Ne as fast as possible, or enjoy the ride in comfort. We base our information on verified schedules, ticket prices, and on-the-ground insights from recent travellers.
What are the 2 ways to travel from Dalat to Mui Ne?
There are two ways to travel the 155 km distance from Dalat to Mui Ne. You can choose between the bus and private.
The journey takes between 3h 30m–4h and the quickest way is by private (3h 30m). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at 224,000 VND ($8.50).
4h - 5h 30m
224,000 VND ($8.50)
3h 30m - 4h
1,816,000 VND ($69)
Where to stay in Mui Ne?
Still looking for accommodation? Don't forget to check out our favourite places to stay in Mui Ne at the bottom of this page.
Dalat to Mui Ne by Bus
Travelling by bus is an affordable way to get from Dalat to Mui Ne. Ticket prices start from 224,000 VND ($8.50).
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 schedules from Dalat to Mui Ne
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 1,816,000 VND ($69) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about 605,000 VND ($23) per person.
Travel time via private transfer from Dalat to Mui Ne takes around 3h 30m - 4h.
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
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Dalat to Mui Ne. If there's anything else you're wondering about, drop us a comment and we'll do our best to answer you within a few days.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The distance from Dalat to Mui Ne is 155 km.
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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.
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