How to Get From Nha Trang to Mui Ne
Train + Bus · Bus · Private Transfer
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In this in-depth route guide, you'll find the best ways to travel the 220 kilometre (137 miles) distance from Nha Trang to Mui Ne. By the end of this guide, you'll know exactly how to get there — whether you want to travel on a budget, reach Mui Ne 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 Nha Trang to Mui Ne?
There are three ways to travel the 220 km distance from Nha Trang to Mui Ne. You can choose between the train, bus, and private.
The journey takes between 4h–5h 33m and the quickest way is by private (4h). If you're on a budget, the cheapest option is by bus with tickets starting at 247,000 VND ($9.40).
5h 33m - 6h 25m
253,000 VND ($9.60)
4h 05m - 6h 05m
247,000 VND ($9.40)
4 hours
1,816,000 VND ($69)
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.
Already in Mui Ne?
Onward from Mui Ne
Once you're in Mui Ne, here's where to next — 5 researched onward routes to pick from.
Nha Trang to Mui Ne by Train + Bus
Step 1: Nha Trang to Binh Thuan by Train
There are 6 trains operating daily from Nha Trang to Binh Thuan. Travel time is 4h 03m - 4h 55m and ticket prices start from 216,000 VND ($8.20).
Trains depart from Nha Trang Train Station, some 2 km west of Nha Trang Beach. You are to get off at Binh Thuan Railway Station, which is still 40 km away from Mui Ne Beach.
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Booking Tip
We recommend booking your tickets online through BookAway. Their site is intuitive, provides a clear picture of what you can expect, and offers great customer service. If you're eyeing the best deals, you might occasionally find slightly cheaper tickets on Baolau.
The abovementioned schedules are the only ones we recommend when taking the train from Nha Trang to Mui Ne via Binh Thuan Railway Station. There are 4 other trains available, but they arrive in the middle of the night in Mui Ne.
If you arrive at night, you might have a hard time getting a ride to the city centre. And if you manage to get a taxi, you might have to pay an exorbitant amount for it.
Step 2: Binh Thuan to Mui Ne by Bus or Taxi
From Binh Thuan Railway Station, you can take a bus or taxi to get to Mui Ne.
For the bus, take Bus #9, which is available daily from 05:30 to 18:00. The closest bus stop from Binh Thuan is at T-Junction, about a 5-minute walk. A bus ticket costs 35,000 VND ($1.30) and the journey takes around 1.5 hours.
Alternatively, you can take a 1-hour taxi with rates from 500,000 VND ($19).
Check out our page on Mui Ne Railway Station for more details.
Nha Trang to Mui Ne by Bus
When travelling by bus, you have an option to take one that goes directly from Nha Trang to Mui Ne. These buses are operated by Hanh Cafe and Tam Hanh Travel.
Other operators for this route are An Phu Travel and Kumho Samco, but they only take you from Nha Trang to Phan Thiet.
Fares for the direct buses start from 247,000 VND ($9.40) and travel time is around 4h 05m - 6h 05m.
Bus schedule from Nha Trang to Mui Ne
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Booking Tip
Buses depart from varying points in Nha Trang. Some in the city centre like An Phu and Tam Hanh Travel. As for Hanh Cafe and Kumho Samco, you can reach their terminals via taxi because they’re a bit outside the city centre.
In Mui Ne, only Hanh Cafe and Tam Hanh arrive in the city centre. Kumho Samco parks at North Phan Thiet Bus Station and An Phu Travel arrives at its own headquarters in Phan Thiet — both are about 25 km west of Mui Ne Beach.
The Sinh Tourist also operates on this route, but the last time we checked (December 2022), their tickets cannot be reserved beforehand. You can only purchase tickets directly at The Sinh Tourist office in Nha Trang city centre.
Optional: Phan Thiet to Mui Ne by Bus or Taxi
If you travel with Kumho Samco and An Phu Travel, your bus will only take you up to Phan Tiet. From here, it’s a 1-hour bus or 45-minute taxi to Mui Ne centre.
A bus ticket costs only 35,000 VND ($1.30). Find the nearest bus stop for Bus #9, which is available from 05:30-18:00.
If you’re arriving in Phan Thiet beyond the public bus operating hours, your only option is to take a taxi to Mui Ne. Rates start from 350,000 VND ($13).
Nha Trang to Mui Ne by Private Transfer
When travelling in a group, you can also consider taking a private transfer from Nha Trang to Mui Ne. Rates start from 1,816,000 VND ($69) for a 3-seater private transfer. Divide the cost and that’s just about 605,000 VND ($23) per person.
With a private ride, you can get a door-to-door transfer and you can also complete the journey faster. Travel time is around 4 hours.
We recommend booking your ride through BookAway, which offers comfortable cars with trusted drivers.
Our favourite places to stay in Mui Ne
Here are our favourite places to stay in Mui Ne for every budget.
Le Huynh Mui Ne Hotel
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
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
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
Rounding it up
We hope this guide was helpful in planning how to get from Nha Trang 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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Frequently Asked Questions
The distance from Nha Trang to Mui Ne is 220 km.
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Why Visit 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.
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