THE SHORT VERSION
Buon Ma Thuot to Da Lat at a glance.
- From
- Buon Ma Thuot Buôn Ma Thuột
- To
- Da Lat Đà Lạt
- Road distance
- About 206 km
- Straight line
- 96 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h buses take longer
- Return route
- Da Lat to Buon Ma Thuot →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Buon Ma Thuot
Buon Ma Thuot is the largest city in the Central Highlands and the heart of Vietnam's coffee country. Buses link it with Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Da Lat, Da Nang and the highland cities of Pleiku and Kon Tum.
- Dak Lak Central Bus Station · Bến xe Trung tâm Đắk Lắk
About 3 km from the centre. The main long-distance terminal. - Southern Bus Station · Bến xe phía Nam Buôn Ma Thuột
Services towards the south and Ho Chi Minh City.
Arriving in Da Lat
Da Lat is hilly, so a taxi or ride-hail from the station is easier than walking with luggage. Lien Khuong Airport is about 30 km south.
- Da Lat Inter-provincial Bus Station · Bến xe Liên tỉnh Đà Lạt
On Tô Hiến Thành street, south of the centre. Services to Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Mui Ne, Da Nang and more.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Mountain roads into Da Lat are winding. Larger buses and seats near the front can be more comfortable.
- Nights in Da Lat are cool, so keep a layer handy for early arrivals.
KEEP GOING
From Da Lat, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Buon Ma Thuot from Da Lat by road?+
About 206 km by road (96 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Buon Ma Thuot to Da Lat take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Buon Ma Thuot?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Buon Ma Thuot include Dak Lak Central Bus Station, Southern Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Da Lat to Buon Ma Thuot?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Da Lat to Buon Ma Thuot guide.
Where does the bus from Buon Ma Thuot arrive in Da Lat?+
It depends on the operator. In Da Lat, services use Da Lat Inter-provincial Bus Station. Da Lat is hilly, so a taxi or ride-hail from the station is easier than walking with luggage. Lien Khuong Airport is about 30 km south.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Da Lat?+
Da Lat is hilly, so a taxi or ride-hail from the station is easier than walking with luggage. Lien Khuong Airport is about 30 km south.
What kind of bus runs from Buon Ma Thuot to Da Lat?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Buon Ma Thuot to Da Lat bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Da Lat by bus?+
Direct buses from Da Lat include Nha Trang, Cam Ranh, Phan Thiet, Mui Ne, Ho Chi Minh City and more. See all connections on our Da Lat bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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