How to get from Nha Trang to Dalat
What are the 3 ways to travel from Nha Trang to DaLat?
There are 3 ways to travel the 135 kilometre (84 miles) distance from Nha Trang to DaLat. You can choose between the bus, Limo van and private transfer. The journey takes 2 hours 55 minutes to 4 hours 30 minutes and the quickest way is by private transfer. If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at 262,000 VND ($10).
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 262,000 VND ($10), 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 Nha Trang Central Bus Station, which you can find 7 km west of the city centre.
They park at Dalat Interprovincial Bus Terminal, some 3 km southeast of the town centre.
Bus schedules from Nha Trang to Da Lat
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 262,000 VND ($10) for the journey that takes 3 hours to 3 hours 30 minutes.
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
Lac Hong offers free hotel pick-up in Nha Trang and parks at its office in Dalat, 2km west of Xuan Huong Lake in the city centre. You can walk or take a short taxi ride to your hotel.
Cuc Tung departs from Nha Trang Central Bus Station, 7 km west of the main beach. It arrives at Dalat Interprovincial Bus Station, which you can find 2km south of Xuan Huong Lake.
Limo van schedules from Nha Trang to Dalat
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 1,506,000 VND ($58) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about 502,000 VND ($19.20) per person.
Private Transfer options from Nha Trang to Dalat
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Nha Trang to DaLat. 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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Frequently Asked Questions about Nha Trang to DaLat
What is the distance from Nha Trang to DaLat?
The distance from Nha Trang to DaLat is 135 kilometre (84 miles).
What is the fastest way to get from Nha Trang to DaLat?
The fastest way to get from Nha Trang to DaLat is by private transfer and takes 2 hours 55 minutes.
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 262,000 VND ($10).
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