THE SHORT VERSION
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City at a glance.
- From
- Da Lat Đà Lạt
- To
- Ho Chi Minh City Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
- Road distance
- About 287 km
- Straight line
- 228 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Da Lat
Da Lat in the Central Highlands is reached only by road or air, so buses are the main way in. The inter-provincial bus station is about 2 km south of the centre, and some companies drop at their own offices in town.
- 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.
Arriving in Ho Chi Minh City
If you arrive at a terminal on the edge of the city, it can take a long time to reach District 1 in traffic. Use a metered taxi or ride-hailing app rather than accepting an unmetered offer at the bus door.
- Mien Dong Bus Station · Bến xe Miền Đông
Eastern terminals for routes to the north and the coast. There is an older station in Binh Thanh and the larger New Mien Dong (Bến xe Miền Đông mới) further out. - Mien Tay Bus Station · Bến xe Miền Tây
South-west of the centre. The main terminal for the Mekong Delta, such as Can Tho, Chau Doc and Ha Tien. - Pham Ngu Lao area (District 1) · Phạm Ngũ Lão
Offices of many tourist and cross-border bus companies, near the main backpacker district.
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.
- “Saigon”, “Ho Chi Minh” and “Ho Chi Minh City” all refer to the same city on booking sites.
- New Mien Dong and Mien Tay are on opposite sides of the city, so check your terminal before setting off.
- Some operators run free shuttles from their terminals. Ask when you book.
KEEP GOING
From Ho Chi Minh City, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Ho Chi Minh City
More buses from Da Lat
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Da Lat from Ho Chi Minh City by road?+
About 287 km by road (228 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 30 min 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 Da Lat?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Da Lat include Da Lat Inter-provincial Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat guide.
Where does the bus from Da Lat arrive in Ho Chi Minh City?+
It depends on the operator. In Ho Chi Minh City, services use Mien Dong Bus Station, Mien Tay Bus Station, Pham Ngu Lao area (District 1). If you arrive at a terminal on the edge of the city, it can take a long time to reach District 1 in traffic. Use a metered taxi or ride-hailing app rather than accepting an unmetered offer at the bus door.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ho Chi Minh City?+
If you arrive at a terminal on the edge of the city, it can take a long time to reach District 1 in traffic. Use a metered taxi or ride-hailing app rather than accepting an unmetered offer at the bus door.
What kind of bus runs from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City?+
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 Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City by bus?+
Direct buses from Ho Chi Minh City include Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN), Bien Hoa, My Tho, Bavet, Ben Tre and more. See all connections on our Ho Chi Minh City 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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