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Dalat sits high in Vietnam's Central Highlands, 438 kilometres (272 miles) south of Hoi An. The French built it as a hill station to escape the coastal heat, and the cool air, pine woods and flower farms are still the draw. Flying is the quickest way to get from Hoi An to Dalat, taking 3h. Overland, the bus is the cheapest option at $21 (547,000 VND), though it makes a long day of it.
Distance from Hoi An to Dalat
Hoi An and Dalat are about 438 km (272 miles) apart, and the journey itself covers around 627 km by road. The quickest way to get from Hoi An to Dalat is by taking the flight, which takes around 3h.
3 ways to travel from Hoi An to Dalat
There are three ways to travel from Hoi An to Dalat. You can choose between the bus, flight, and train. The journey takes 3h–17h and the quickest way is by flight. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at $21 (547,000 VND).
incl. transfers — see itinerary
- Hoi An→Da Nang Airport1h
- Da Nang→Lien Khuong Airport1h
- Lien Khuong Airport→Dalat1h
3 legs — see itinerary
- Hoi An→Da Nang Railway Station1h
- Da Nang→Nha Trang12h
- Nha Trang→Dalat4h
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1Hoi An to Dalat by Bus
We don’t recommend taking a bus from Hoi An to Dalat. The bus journey from Hoi An to Dalat takes around 13h 30m - 17h.
Still want to take the bus? You have two options. Read on for a step-by-step guide.
Personal Experience: When we travelled this route ourselves, we booked a bus that left at 19:00 from Hoi An and was supposed to arrive around 10:00 in Dalat. Somehow, the bus driver managed to arrive 3 hours earlier (at 7:00) in Dalat. Luckily, we arrived all well and safe, but bear in mind that this is definitely not the safest option. For this reason, we recommend travelling by plane or train instead. The reason we travelled by bus was that it was ‘Tet Holiday’ and all train tickets and flights to Dalat were fully booked.
Direct Bus from Hoi An to Dalat
Bus tickets are available on Bookaway.
Indirect Bus via Da Nang
Booking Tip
Futa Bus departs from Da Nang Central Bus Station and arrives at Dalat Interprovincial Bus Station, 3 km southeast of Dalat city centre.
Thanh Thuy departs from Nguyen Tri Phuong across the Park Lake in Da Nang city centre. It arrives at its terminal along Nguyen Tu Luc Street, 5 km north of Dalat centre.
Step 1: Hoi An to Da Nang by Taxi
From Hoi An, you can take a taxi for 1 hour to Da Nang Central Bus Station. Rates start from $17 (440,000 VND) when you book your ride online through BookAway.
Travelling light? You can also take a motorbike taxi from Hoi An to Da Nang Bus Station. Fares start from $5.70 (150,000 VND).
Different bus companies have varying bus stations in Da Nang. Know which terminal you’re headed for before departing from Hoi An.
IMPORTANT: Previously, there were cheap public buses operating direct trips from Hoi An to Da Nang Bus Station. But the last time we checked (November 2024), these were no longer available.
Step 2: Da Nang to Dalat by Bus
From Da Nang, it’s a 12h 30m - 16h bus ride to Dalat. Buses in Vietnam are practical for short trips, but for this long journey, it might be quite exhausting. The bus makes a few stops along the way, though, for toilet and food breaks.
You can choose from 2 companies: Futa Bus and Thanh Thuy. Futa Bus offers the cheapest fares at $20 (516,000 VND). But we think you’ll be more comfortable with Thanh Thuy’s VIP cabin bus, which gets good reviews for this route.
Bus tickets are available on Bookaway.
Booking Tip
Futa Bus departs from Da Nang Central Bus Station and arrives at Dalat Interprovincial Bus Station, 3 km southeast of Dalat city centre.
Thanh Thuy departs from Nguyen Tri Phuong across the Park Lake in Da Nang city centre. It arrives at its terminal along Nguyen Tu Luc Street, 5 km north of Dalat centre.
Hoi An to Dalat by Flight
We recommend taking a flight from Hoi An to Dalat when travelling off-peak season and airfares are not that expensive.
Hoi An does not have its own airport, but you can take a flight from Da Nang, 30 km north of the Old Town. Including airport transfers, this flight journey from Hoi An to Dalat takes only 3h — much faster than any of the other options for this route.
TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.
Step 1: Hoi An to Da Nang Airport by Shuttle Bus
Travelling solo? If yes, you can take a shuttle bus from Hoi An centre to Da Nang Airport. Ticket prices start from $5.90 (155,000 VND).
If you’re in a group, it will be better to take a taxi with fares from $12 (320,000 VND).
Pre-book your ride online through BookAway or visit our page on Da Nang Airport for more details
Step 2: Da Nang to Lien Khuong Airport by Flight
There are 2-3 flights available daily from Da Nang to Da Lat (Lien Khuong Airport). These are operated by Vietjet Air, Bamboo Airways and Vietnam Airlines. Flight time is around 1 hour.
Airfares start from $22 (580,000 VND). But if you’re travelling during peak season (June to September), rates could go beyond $42 (1,110,000 VND).
If possible, always book your flight in advance to get the best rates.
Step 3: Lien Khuong Airport to Dalat by Bus/Taxi
From Lien Khuong Airport, you will find Dalat city centre 30 km north. There are 2 ways to get there: a 1-hour taxi and a 1 hour bus.
Taxi rates start from $11 (290,000 VND). You can get a taxi at the airport, but we recommend pre-booking your ride via BookAway. This way, you can expect a spacious car with a professional driver waiting for you at the airport as soon as you arrive.
A cheaper alternative would be to take the airport bus, which has two drop-off points in Dalat city centre: Ngoc Phat Hotel near Xuan Huong Lake and Le Thi Hong Gam Street near Dalat Market. A bus ticket costs $1.50 (40,000 VND).
Visit our page on Dalat Airport for more details.
Flight tickets are available on Skyscanner.
Hoi An to Dalat by Train
Both Hoi An and Dalat do not have a working railway station. Although Dalat has a beautiful train station of its own, it only serves as a tourist attraction.
This means that when taking the train from Hoi An to Dalat, you actually only travel by rail from Da Nang to Nha Trang.
This train journey looks like this: from Hoi An, you can get to Da Nang via 1-hour bus or taxi; transfer to a 10-hour train to Nha Trang; and then hop on a 4-hour bus to Dalat.
Step 1: Hoi An to Da Nang Railway Station by Minivan
To get to Da Nang Railway Station from Hoi An, you can take either a minivan or a taxi. Rates start from $5.90 (155,000 VND) and $17 (440,000 VND), respectively. Pre-book your ride online through BookAway so that you can expect a ride on your desired day and time.
Minivans are available daily from 06:00-20:00. Take the minivan that will arrive at the station closest to your train’s departure time. There are a few cafes and restaurants near the railway station in case you have to wait awhile.
See our page on Da Nang Railway Station for more details.
IMPORTANT: There used to be cheap local buses available from Hoi An to Da Nang. But the last time we checked (November 2024), these were no longer operating.
Step 2: Da Nang to Nha Trang by Train
When taking a train from Da Nang, we recommend getting off at Nha Trang, 130 km northeast of Dalat. It’s not the nearest working train station to Dalat, but it’s the most convenient transfer point for this route. We tell you why in the next section.
There are several trains operating daily from Da Nang to Nha Trang. But because this is a journey that takes 12h, it’s best to take the only overnight train so that you don’t waste a day on travelling. You can save one night on hotel costs, too!
You can get a second-class seat for around $24 (624,000 VND). But for this long journey, we recommend booking a 4-sleeper cabin for more comfort.
If you don’t mind sharing a train room with 5 other people, you can also get a cheaper 6-berth cabin with rates from $23 (592,000 VND).
Train tickets are available on Bookaway.
Step 3: Nha Trang to Dalat by Bus
If you take the overnight train, you have the option to spend a few hours in Nha Trang before continuing on your journey to Dalat.
From Nha Trang Railway Station, it’s just a 20-minute walk or 5-minute taxi ride to the beach. This will be a good time to stretch your legs after the train ride. You can even get brunch in the city or take a dip at the beach for a few hours.Keep in mind that the last bus/limo van bound for Dalat departs at 17:00. We recommend booking your tickets in advance so that you can also confirm the last trip for the day. The bus journey from Nha Trang to Dalat takes around 4 hours.
See our page for Nha Trang to Dalat to see the bus schedule and more details.
Rounding it up
That's the full picture for getting from Hoi An to Dalat, roughly 438 kilometres (272 miles) apart. In all, there are 3 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $21 (547,000 VND). The quickest trip takes 3h.
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 Hoi An to Dalat?
The distance from Hoi An to Dalat is 438 kilometres (272 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Hoi An to Dalat?
The fastest way to get from Hoi An to Dalat is by flight and takes 3h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Hoi An to Dalat?
The cheapest way to get from Hoi An to Dalat is by bus with ticket costs starting from 547,000 VND.
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