How to Get From Hoi An to Da Lat
Bus · Train · Flight
%2Cpin-s-b%2B8B4513(108.44053309526333%2C11.932597234127499)%2F108.38654090334333%2C13.908570978482082%2C5%2F560x280%402x%3Faccess_token%3Dpk.eyJ1IjoiZ2Vja29yb3V0ZXMiLCJhIjoiY2plc2p0NmQ4MHh1cDJ4bXI3aWlraGh3YyJ9.ftb9bE1kUJiddMRbmZblQQ&w=3840&q=75)
In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 635 kilometre (395 miles) distance from Hoi An 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.
What are the 3 ways to travel from Hoi An to Da Lat?
There are three ways to travel the 635 km distance from Hoi An to Da Lat. You can choose between the bus, train, and flight.
The journey takes between 3h–13h 30m and the quickest way is by flight (3h). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at 547,000 VND ($21).
13h 30m - 17h
547,000 VND ($21)
17h
1,021,000 VND ($39)
3h
775,000 VND ($30)
Or, before you go
More routes from Hoi An
Still planning your way to Da Lat? Explore other routes from Hoi An — 11 researched options.
Hoi An to Da Lat by Bus
We don’t recommend taking a bus from Hoi An to Da Lat. The bus journey from Hoi An to Da Lat 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
Ready to book your bus?
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 440,000 VND ($17) 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 150,000 VND ($5.70).
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 516,000 VND ($20). But we think you’ll be more comfortable with Thanh Thuy’s VIP cabin bus, which gets good reviews for this route.
Ready to book your bus?
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 Da Lat 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 Da Lat, 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 155,000 VND ($5.90) and 440,000 VND ($17), 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 624,000 VND ($24). 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 592,000 VND ($23).
Ready to book your train?
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.Hoi An to Da Lat by Flight
We recommend taking a flight from Hoi An to Da Lat 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 Da Lat takes only 3h — much faster than any of the other options for this route.
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 155,000 VND ($5.90).
If you’re in a group, it will be better to take a taxi with fares from 320,000 VND ($12).
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 580,000 VND ($22). But if you’re travelling during peak season (June to September), rates could go beyond 1,110,000 VND ($42).
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 290,000 VND ($11). 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 40,000 VND ($1.50).
Visit our page on Dalat Airport for more details.
TIP: If you decide to travel by plane, please consider including a carbon compensation fee to reduce your impact on the environment.
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Hoi An 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.
PS: If you've recently travelled this route, share your experience with fellow travellers and help us improve this post. Thanks for helping out our travel community!
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance from Hoi An to Da Lat is 635 km.
How We Research
Every route on Gecko Routes is independently researched and regularly verified.
500+
ROUTES RESEARCHED
Every route is personally travelled and documented by our team, covering Southeast Asia's most popular and off-the-beaten-path connections.
Monthly
UPDATES
Routes are reviewed on a regular cycle to catch schedule changes, new operators, and price updates. Every guide shows when it was last verified.
Verified
BY TRAVELLERS
Tips and corrections from our community of travellers help keep routes accurate between team visits. Your experience makes this guide better for everyone.
About the Authors
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.
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.
Affiliate Disclosure
Some links on this page are affiliate links. If you book through them, we earn a small commission at no extra cost to you. This helps us keep Gecko Routes free and up to date.
Reader Comments
4 commentsLeave a Comment