What to expect when visiting 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.
2 ways to get from Da Lat to Mui Ne
There are 2 ways to travel the distance of 155 kilometers (96 miles) from Da Lat to Mui Ne by bus (4 hours to 5 hours 30 minutes) and Taxi (3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours). The journey duration ranges between 3 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes and the quickest way is by taxi . The lowest priced tickets start from 211,000 VND ($8.50) for the bus.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.
Da Lat to Mui Ne by Bus
Travelling by bus is an affordable way to get from Da Lat to Mui Ne. Ticket prices start from 211,000 VND ($8.50).
The bus journey takes 4 hours to 5 hours 30 minutes, 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.
Da Lat to Mui Ne by Taxi
Do you want your own private ride? You can also get a private transfer from Da Lat 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 1,713,000 VND ($69) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about 571,000 VND ($23) per person.
Travel time via private transfer from Da Lat to Mui Ne takes around 3 hours 30 minutes to 4 hours.
Taxi options from Dalat to Mui Ne
Best places to stay in Mui Ne
Le Huynh Mui Ne Hotel - Budget Friendly
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 - Mid Range
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 - Treating Yourself
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
Frequently Asked Questions about Da Lat to Mui Ne
What is the distance from Da Lat to Mui Ne?
The distance from Da Lat to Mui Ne is 155 kilometers (96 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Da Lat to Mui Ne?
The fastest way to get from Da Lat to Mui Ne is by taxi and takes 3 hours 30 minutes.
What is the cheapest way to get from Da Lat to Mui Ne?
The cheapest way to get from Da Lat to Mui Ne is by bus with ticket costs starting from 211,000 VND ($8.50).
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Da Lat 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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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.
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.
