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Da Lat has long been known for quick weekend getaways to escape from Ho Chi Minh’s summer heat, and take loads of romantic Instagram-worthy shots. If you’re looking for somewhere near the city, yet new to explore, Da Lat is for you. This is our guide on how to travel from Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat.
Distance from Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat: 320 kilometers
See more in this Da Lat Travel Guide
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Time: 7 - 10 hours
Price (motorbike rental): VND 120,000 - VND 300,000/bike/day (excluding gas)
Route: City center - Suoi Tien theme park - BigC Dong Nai - Dau Giay post office - Thong Nhat district (Dong Nai province) - Bao Loc city - Lien Khuong intersection - (following Lien Khuong highway) Da Lat City
Driving motorbike from Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat can be challenging due to the long distance and the mountain passes. Nevertheless, most of the time you’ll be traveling on National Route 20, which is broad, well-constructed, and has lots of trees along the way which will help you relax during the long ride.
To rent motorbikes in Ho Chi Minh, you’ll need a copy of your passport and contact details. See trustworthy Motorbike Rental Places in Ho Chi Minh and precautions on Driving in Vietnam for First-time Passengers.
You’ll get to witness the untouched beauty of Bao Loc Mountain Pass by motorbike
Time: 6 - 8 hours
Price: VND 250,000 - VND 350,000/bus ticket; VND 400,000/limo ticket
Suggested bus brands from Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat: Phuong Trang, Thanh Buoi, The SinhTourist, 3S Limo, etc.
Youngsters love this option because it’s both easy and their pockets, and on their backs. Just hop on a late-night bus, sleep for 8 hours, and voila - you’re in Da Lat first thing in the morning! You can either choose a sleeper bus, which gives you the same experience as staying in a capsule hotel or be more bougie with a limo bus!
Besides Thanh Buoi, Phuong Trang is a trusted brand of transportation to Da Lat
3S Limo cars are new and well-equipped
Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat by Plane
Time: 50 minutes (excluding time at the airports)
Price: VND 500,000 - VND 1,500,000/ticket (depending on the airlines)
Some say that the best way to go from Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat is by airplane because it’ll save you a lot of time and offer more safety. Though you’re paying more, you actually save half of the traveling time. Moreover, there are 20 flights daily (24 during the holidays), so you’ll have plenty of options to choose from.
Some airlines to consider are Vietnam Airlines (highest quality, fewer delays), Vietjet Air and Jetstar Pacific (budget).
Da Lat airport arrival information:
Distance from Lien Khuong Airport to Da Lat city center: 28 kilometers.
To travel from the airport to downtown, tourists can take a taxi (VND 250,000 - VND 300,000) from brands like Mai Linh or opt for the airport bus (VND 40,000).
Google Maps location:
Tan Son Nhat Domestic Airport in Ho Chi Minh
Lien Khuong Airport in Da Lat takes after the shape of a blooming Mexican sunflower
All plane/bus/limo ticket bookings can be done easily on the form below:
Because there’s no train connecting Ho Chi Minh to Da Lat, the top choices are traveling by motorbike, by bus, and by plane. Feel free to comment down below if you have any questions or give this article your ratings if you’ve found it useful!
If you’re planning to spend multiple days in Vietnam, how about Vietnam’s coastal exploration in Mui Ne, Da Lat, and Nha Trang? Check out our Multi-day Coastal Adventures for more details.
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