THE SHORT VERSION
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat at a glance.
- From
- Ho Chi Minh City Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh
- To
- Da Lat Đà Lạt
- Road distance
- About 287 km
- Straight line
- 228 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 30 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Ho Chi Minh City
Ho Chi Minh City (Saigon) is the hub for the south. Northbound and Mekong Delta buses use different terminals, and tourist buses, including services to Cambodia, often start from company offices in the Pham Ngu Lao backpacker area of District 1.
- 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.
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 Ho Chi Minh City from Da Lat 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 Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat 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 Ho Chi Minh City?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Ho Chi Minh City include Mien Dong Bus Station, Mien Tay Bus Station, Pham Ngu Lao area (District 1), 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 Ho Chi Minh City?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City guide.
Where does the bus from Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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 Ho Chi Minh City 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, Buon Ma Thuot 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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