Nha Trang to Dalat

How to Get From Nha Trang to Dalat

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ElaMaartenWritten by Ela · Reviewed by Maarten

Bus · Limo Van · Private Transfer

Dalat sits 89 kilometres (55 miles) inland from Nha Trang, up in the Central Highlands. Pine forests, flower farms and French-era villas fill the cool hill town. The limo van gets you from Nha Trang to Dalat in 3h - 3h 30m for $10 (265,000 VND). The bus costs the same but can take longer. A private transfer costs a lot more.

DISTANCE

Distance from Nha Trang to Dalat

Nha Trang and Dalat 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 55m and 4h 30m.

~89 km
Straight-line distance
~136 km
Route distance
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3 ways to travel from Nha Trang to Dalat

There are three ways to travel from Nha Trang to Dalat. You can choose between the bus, minivan, and private transport. The journey takes 2h 55m–3h and the quickest way is by private transport. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at $10 (265,000 VND).

Bus42 departuresDuration3h+Pricefrom$10265,000 VND

Nha Trang to Dalat by Bus

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

With ticket prices from $10 (265,000 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 Dalat

3h30mAn Phu TravelSleepingCo.opmart Nha Trang26 Pham Ngu Lao (An Phu Travel03:00$10265,000 VNDTickets
4hViet Nam Travel BusSleepingNha Trang Southern Bus StationDa Lat Bus Station07:3008:3009:0009:3011:0012:00+6$10270,000 VNDTickets
3hiHome TransferLimoNASA Bus StationDalat06:4507:1511:4512:0016:45$11285,000 VNDTickets
3h30mFuta BusVIP CabinNha TrangDa Lat Intercity Bus Station07:3008:3009:3011:0012:0013:00+3$12325,000 VNDTickets
4hViet Nam Travel BusLimousine 9198 Ngo Gia TuDa Lat Bus Station06:0006:3008:0009:0010:0011:00+6$12325,000 VNDTickets
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4h30mViet Nam Travel BusLimousine 9Nha Trang Nothern Bus StationDa Lat Bus Station05:3006:0007:3008:3009:3010:30+6$12325,000 VNDTickets
4hGoEz TravelVIP SleepingNha TrangIntercity Bus Station Da Lat07:3008:3009:0009:3011:0012:00+6$13335,000 VNDTickets
4hViet Nam Travel Bus (Unmapped from TC)SleepingNha Trang Southern Bus StationProvincial Bus Station Da Lat07:2007:2507:3008:2508:3008:50+18$14370,000 VNDTickets
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Limo Van20 departuresDuration3h+Pricefrom$10265,000 VND

Nha Trang to Dalat by Limo Van

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

iHome Transfer, Nasa Travel, Gorotrip Limousine, Khanh Phong, Lac Hong, Catthienhai Travel, GoEz Travel and S Travel are eight trusted companies operating limo vans from Nha Trang to Dalat. Fares start from $10 (265,000 VND) for the journey that takes 3h - 3h 30m.

Which limo van to take?

We recommend travelling with Lac Hong Luxury Minivan because it gets very good reviews. Their drivers are highly-praised for good and safe driving, while their vans are known to be clean and comfortable. Also, they offer free hotel pick-up in Nha Trang.

Lac Hong offers 4 trips daily. And on weekends, tickets sell out fast. So it’s best to book a ticket with Lac Hong at least a week in advance!

We’ve only heard about good experiences with Lac Hong so far and that’s why we recommend booking with Lac Hong if you want to travel by van from Nha Trang to Dalat.

Note: One other popular company operating on this route is Catthienhai Travel. However, we have received several complaints about this company and that is why we DO NOT recommend booking with Catthienhai Travel.

Departure and arrival station

Limo vans operating on this route depart from various stations in Nha Trang city centre. Their last stop is often their own headquarters in Da Lat.

Limo van schedules from Nha Trang to Dalat

3h - 3h 30m$10 (265,000 VND)
3hiHome TransferLuxuryNASA Bus StationDalat06:4507:1508:0011:4512:0013:00+2$10265,000 VNDTickets
3hNasa TravelTouristE-Coffee 131 Hoang Hoa ThamAn Tien Cafe07:1508:0012:0013:0016:4517:30$11295,000 VNDTickets
3hNasa TravelLimoE-Coffee 131 Hoang Hoa ThamAn Tien Cafe07:1512:0016:45$12320,000 VNDTickets
3hiHome TransferLuxuryE-Coffee 131 Hoang Hoa ThamAn Tien Cafe06:4507:1508:0011:4512:0013:00+2$12325,000 VNDTickets
3hGorotrip LimousineTouristNha TrangDalat06:45$13330,000 VNDTickets
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3hiHome TransferLimoE-Coffee 131 Hoang Hoa ThamAn Tien Cafe06:4507:1511:4512:0016:45$13330,000 VNDTickets
3hLac HongLimoNha Trang CenterDa Lat Office12:0016:00$13335,000 VNDTickets
3hKhanh PhongLimoNha Trang Booking OfficeDa Lat Bus Station07:3008:3009:3009:4011:0013:00+2$13335,000 VNDTickets
3h20mKhanh PhongLimoNha Trang Booking OfficeDa Lat Booking Office07:3008:3009:3009:4011:0013:00+2$13335,000 VNDTickets
3h30mCatthienhai TravelVIP44-28 Nguyen Binh KhiemK2 Coffee & Home06:30$13340,000 VNDTickets
3hGorotrip LimousineLimoNha TrangDalat08:1512:4514:00$15395,000 VNDTickets
3h30mGoEz TravelVIP LimoNha Trang37 Nguyen Van Cu07:3008:3009:3011:0013:0014:00+1$16420,000 VNDTickets
3h30mS TravelLimoMuong Thanh Hotel37 Nguyen Van Cu07:3008:3009:3009:4011:0013:00+2$18475,000 VNDTickets
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Private Transfer4 departuresDuration2h 55m+Pricefrom$581,520,000 VND

Nha Trang to Dalat by Private Transfer

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

Rates start from $58 (1,520,000 VND) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about $19 (500,000 VND) per person.

Nha Trang
iHome Transfer
Standard Car 3 PAX
$58 (1,520,000 VND)
$19 (500,000 VND) per person
iHome Transfer
SUV Car 5 PAX
$58 (1,520,000 VND)
$12 (305,000 VND) per person
iHome Transfer
Standard Minivan 11 PAX
$86 (2,280,000 VND)
$7.90 (206,000 VND) per person
Mui Ne Private Car
Standard Car 3 PAX
$58 (1,520,000 VND)
$19 (500,000 VND) per person
Mui Ne Private Car
SUV Car 5 PAX
$60 (1,580,000 VND)
$12 (315,000 VND) per person
Mui Ne Go
Standard Car 3 PAX
$74 (1,940,000 VND)
$25 (650,000 VND) per person
Mui Ne Go
SUV Car 5 PAX
$81 (2,120,000 VND)
$16 (425,000 VND) per person
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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

That's the full picture for getting from Nha Trang to Dalat, roughly 89 kilometres (55 miles) apart. In all, there are 3 ways to make the trip. The cheapest fare is $10 (265,000 VND). The quickest trip takes 2h 55m.

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 Nha Trang to Dalat?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Nha Trang to Dalat?

Journey times from Nha Trang to Dalat overlap: bus 3h - 4h 30m, limo van 3h - 3h 30m, private transfer 2h 55m - 4h. Depending on the departure, no single option is always the fastest.

What is the cheapest way to get from Nha Trang to Dalat?

The cheapest way to get from Nha Trang to Dalat is by bus with ticket costs starting from 265,000 VND.

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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