Nha Trang to Da Lat

How to Get From Nha Trang to Da Lat

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ElaMaartenWritten by Ela · Reviewed by Maarten ·

Bus · Limo Van · Private Transfer

In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 89 kilometres (55 miles) distance from Nha Trang to Da Lat. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Da Lat 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.

DISTANCE

Distance from Nha Trang to Da Lat

Nha Trang and Da Lat are about 89 km (55 miles) apart, and the journey itself covers around 136 km by road. Depending on the option, the trip takes between 2h 20m and 7h 40m.

~89 km
Straight-line distance
~136 km
Route distance
Map of Nha Trang – Da Lat

3 ways to travel from Nha Trang to Da Lat

There are three ways to travel from Nha Trang to Da Lat. You can choose between the bus, limo van, and private transfer. The journey takes 2h 20m – 7h 40m and the quickest way is by bus. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at $8.30 (212,000 VND).

Busfrom$8.302h 20m – 7h 40m20 options to bookBus2h 20m–7h 40m$8.30Cheapest

Nha Trang to Da Lat by Bus

Travelling by bus from Nha Trang to Da Lat takes 1 hour longer compared to taking a minivan.

With ticket prices from $8.30 (212,000 VND), the bus is only slightly cheaper. We don’t think the savings is worth the comfort and speed you’ll otherwise get with a minivan ride.

But if you still want to take the bus, several companies operate on this route every day.

Departure and arrival station

Buses depart from various locations in the city, including Nha Trang Southern Bus Station (13 km from the city) and Nha Trang Northern Bus Station (6 km from the city).

They park at Dalat Interprovincial Bus Terminal, some 3 km southeast of the town centre.

Bus schedule from Nha Trang to Da Lat

Catthienhai Travel · VIP$8.30
3h
Twosome Coffee → 189 Nguyen Cong Tru
09:3011:3012:30
Tickets
Futa Bus · Standardfrom$11
3h 30m – 4h 30m
2 pickup points → Da Lat Bus Station
00:3001:4702:17
Tickets
GoEz Travel · VIP Sleeping$12
4h
Nha Trang New Southern Bus Station → Intercity Bus Station Da Lat
08:1509:1511:00
Tickets

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Stations

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Limo Vanfrom$103h – 4h7 options to bookLimo Van3h–4h$10

Nha Trang to Da Lat by Limo Van

We recommend travelling by limo van from Nha Trang to Da Lat. Limo van tickets are slightly more expensive than the bus. But in return, you get a luxurious ride in a van with great seats.

GoEz Travel, iHome Transfer, S Travel and VietNam Travel Bus are four trusted companies operating limo vans from Nha Trang to Da Lat. Fares start from $10 (265,000 VND) for the journey that takes 3-4h.

Departure and arrival stations

Some minivan companies offer free hotel pickup and drop-off. However, most limo vans operating on this route depart from various stations in Nha Trang city centre. Their last stop is often at An Tien Cafe or their own headquarters in Da Lat.

Limo van schedules from Nha Trang to Dalat

3h – 4h · $10 (265,000 VND)
iHome Transfer · Tourist$10
3h
2 pickup points → An Tien Cafe
08:0013:00
Tickets
iHome Transfer · Limo$12
3h
2 pickup points → An Tien Cafe
06:4507:1508:00
Tickets
S Travel · Limo$13
3h 30m
Muong Thanh Hotel → LAPIT Da Lat
07:3008:3009:30
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Private Transferfrom$13per car3h – 4h12 options to bookPrivate Transfer3h–4h$13per car

Nha Trang to Da Lat by Private Transfer

It is also possible to get your own private transfer from Nha Trang to Da Lat.

Rates start from $13 (325,000 VND) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about $4.20 (108,000 VND) per person.

iHome Transfer · Electric$13
3h 30mper car
Nha Trang - Any hotel → Da Lat - Any hotel
Any time you choose
Tickets
iHome Transfer · Standard Car 3 PAX$49
3hper car
iHome Nha Trang → Intercity Bus Station Da Lat
Any time you choose
Tickets
iHome Transfer · SUV Car 5 PAX$58
3hper car
iHome Nha Trang → Intercity Bus Station Da Lat
Any time you choose
Tickets

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Reach out to our Community

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MaartenGeckoRoutes team

Hello Claudia! Many thanks for sharing your experience and I'm sorry to hear that. Like we stated in the text, we already received a complaint about Catthienhai before and that's why we recommended to book with another company. However, after reading your experience we decided to change the text from a gentle warning to an explicit recommendation of not to book with them. Unfortunately, it happens from time to time that travellers need to wait more than 1 hour on the pick-up, but waiting 2 hours is unacceptable. Especially in combination with your other complaints. Regarding BookAway, I'm sorry to hear about the disappointing communication with them. I personally had very good experience with BookAway and I know they are determined to deliver the best customer service. In the past, they already removed companies from their platform after receiving too many complaints and I'm sure they take this case serious as well. I just sent them a personal email to make sure this case will get the deserved attention. Again, thanks for sharing your experience and I hope you still have a wonderful trip despite the inconvenience of this bus trip. Safe Travels! Maarten

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Rounding it up

We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Nha Trang to Da Lat. 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the distance from Nha Trang to Da Lat?

The distance from Nha Trang to Da Lat is 89 kilometres (55 miles).

What is the fastest way to get from Nha Trang to Da Lat?

Journey times from Nha Trang to Da Lat overlap: bus 2h 20m - 7h 40m, limo van 3-4h, private transfer 3-4h. Depending on the departure, no single option is always the fastest.

What is the cheapest way to get from Nha Trang to Da Lat?

The cheapest way to get from Nha Trang to Da Lat is by bus with ticket costs starting from 212,000 VND.

CHANGELOG

Route Update History

  • Updated bus prices.
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About the Authors

Ela
Ela

Senior Travel Writer

Ela is a storyteller, content producer, solo traveller and a mermaid-in-training. When she's not in front of her laptop, you will find her barefoot and living her best tan on some island in the Philippines. Or exploring the depths of its seas as a budding freediver. An island girl at heart, she'll be happy anywhere there is sea, sand, sun and coffee.

Maarten
MaartenReviewer

Founder & Trip Planning Expert

Based in Bali, Maarten's passion for travel is undeniable. In 2016, he decided to quit his job as a stock analyst and started doing what he always dreamed of: travelling through South East Asia and helping other people plan their trips. When he is not working on Gecko Routes, you'll find him surfing in the ocean or exploring the best gems of Indonesia.

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