Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

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Ho Chi Minh City
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Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Destination Reviews

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Ed V
A decent rip albeit it takes a very long time, just over 9 hours. The bus was a VIP bus with sleeper cabins. Departure was on-time, but arrival was late. Probably the most convenient way to travel Da Lat to Saigon.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP Cabin, Trong Minh, Jun 8, 2026
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Adrian B
If you're over 6 ft it probably isn't going to be the most pleasant trip , I'm 6ft 3. I have size 12 feet and they insist you take your shoes off and bag them which is cool but take them off your bed and put them back on as you get off bus as the thongs they provide are about size 6 tops. They do love beeping their air horns for the entire trip ... Guess it's a Vietnam thing for traffic .... But if you're a light sleeper like me it will grate on you ... Was adequate toilet stops for the wife as she lasts about 2 hours before she needs to go .... It was cheap but brutally slow for the 400 odd km from dalat to Saigon .... About 8.5 hours but that's because it's pretty much residential most of way. It served it's purpose as dalat airport out of service at present and I couldn't be bothered doing 4 odd hours back to nah trang airport. Bus driver was a lil cranky on second stop when I hopped out for a gasper when wife in toilet and then proceeded to have mechanic adjust air brakes for another 15 odd mins so not sure why he had sand in his vag
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP 22 Single Cabin, Binh Minh Tai Limousine (Binh Minh Tai Limousine), Jun 5, 2026
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Elvis M
The Driver arrived 20 min ahead of time and got us to HCMC from Dalat. He got us there ahead of schedule fast and safely.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, taxi Comfort 3pax, Mixi Travel, Jun 4, 2026
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Brittany B
Solo American Women. Great modern bus. Big seats and the bus left on time. Toilet on board. Trong Minh is an intercity line. Makes multiple stops and ends on very far west side from HCMC D1. Ending station is 45-50 mins from D1/D2
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP Cabin, Trong Minh, May 26, 2026
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Janis F
Excellent service and a very comfortable car! Highly recommended, especially for longer rides. Ours took nearly five hours, and I am happy we decided to go with Mixi Travel. Thank you, and until the next time.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, taxi SUV 5pax, Mixi Travel, May 13, 2026
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Jason I
This bus is very comfortable, includes a toilet, and there is a stop for food. No matter which company you choose, the actual travel time if you travel in the daytime is 9-10 hours. Traffic going in and out of HCM is horrible during the day. At night it’s closer to 7 hours. So keep that in mind if you have a flight or onward bus to catch.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP Cabin, Trong Minh, May 13, 2026
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Keira S
We arrived 5/6 hours early so was left alone at 2:30am in a new city with no where to stay as I thought we weren’t arriving til 7:30am
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP Cabin 22, Tan Quang Dung Buslines (Nhà xe Tân Quang Dũng Limousine), May 10, 2026
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Taffy S
Minivan to bus terminal was very late. No help at bus terminal
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP 34, An Phu Hoi An Travel, May 9, 2026
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Patrick M
This was the worst overnight experience. They LIE about when you will arrive when booking. The Booking says leave at 22:30 (10:30pm) and arrive at 6am. But when I arrived I was told we would arrive between 4am-5am??? When I showed the agent that we are supposed to arrive at 6am he said that was an estimate???? We Arrived At 3:50am when they were playing music on the bus and tell us to get off!!!! If I knew we were arriving at 4am I would have booked a different bus. Clearly all the taxi drivers knew we were applying at 4am because they were all there. Read the other reviews, 4am arrival is KNOWN not an unexpected estimated time. I had to sit in a McDonalds until 9am when the hotel I had arranged an early arrival for opened. So 2 hours less sleep meant I was EXHAUSTED and then had to find a safe place in a city I was never at before at 4AM!!!
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, Bus VIP 22 Single Cabin, Binh Minh Tai Limousine (Binh Minh Tai Limousine), May 8, 2026
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Tomofumi
The driver had an accident (hit the car stopping at red signal from the back) and he took 1h 40m to settle the issue. The accident itself was minor and it does not take long time for settlement with insurance surveyor. However, he's been negotiating for personal compensation with the driver he hit for more than an hour. During the time we were obliged to wait. He's been communicating by video chat during driving, which is not good. Over all he drives slow but safe, which was not bad. MTM, he did not apologies for having us wait.
Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, taxi SUV 4pax, Mui Ne Private Car, May 5, 2026
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Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper 36
00:00
07:25
$12.37
Bus
Duc Duong Bus
Sleeper 36
00:20
06:35
$12.16
Bus
Phong Phu
Limousine 24 Double
00:45
08:05
$28.49
Bus
Dien Linh Limousine
Limousine 36 Sleeper
01:15
09:20
$9.50
Bus
Futa Bus
VIP Cabin
01:35
09:35
$11.58
  4.1
Bus
Futa Bus
VIP Cabin
02:00
10:00
$11.58
  2.0
Bus
Lac Hong
VIP 9 Express
03:00
09:35
$17.09
  5.0
Bus
Phong Phu
Limousine 24 Double
03:30
10:50
$28.49
Bus
Phuong Trang
Sleeper 34
04:00
12:00
$11.40
  4.5
Bus
Dien Linh Limousine
Limousine 36 Sleeper
04:45
13:50
$9.50
Bus
Lac Hong
VIP 9 Express
05:01
11:36
$17.09
  5.0
Bus
Dien Linh Limousine
Limousine 36 Sleeper
05:25
13:25
$9.50
Bus
Dien Linh Limousine
Limousine 36 Sleeper
05:45
14:20
$12.91
Bus
Lac Hong
VIP 9 Express
06:01
13:36
$17.09
  3.8
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper 33
06:30
14:30
$13.43
Bus
Dien Linh Limousine
Limousine 36 Sleeper
06:46
14:51
$12.91
Bus
Phuong Trang
Sleeper 34
07:05
15:05
$11.40
Bus
VietNam Travel Bus
Sleeper 33
07:30
15:30
$13.43
Bus
Duc Duong Bus
Sleeper 36
07:50
14:05
$12.16
Bus
Dien Linh Limousine
Limousine 36 Sleeper
08:15
15:20
$9.50

Can you drink tap water Ho Chi Minh City?

Tap water in Ho Chi Minh City is not considered safe for drinking directly. Local authorities generally recommend using bottled water for drinking and cooking. If you need to use tap water, it is advisable to boil it first or use a reliable filtration system.

Bottled water is widely available at convenience stores and supermarkets, typically costing around 10,000 to 20,000 VND ($0.40 to $0.80) per bottle.

What is the famous product of Ho Chi Minh City?

Ho Chi Minh City is renowned for its traditional handicrafts, particularly lacquerware and ceramics. These products make for popular souvenirs and gifts, showcasing intricate designs and vibrant colors. The city is also famous for its coffee, particularly Vietnamese drip coffee made with robusta beans.

Shopping at local markets like Ben Thanh Market offers a variety of these items. Visitors can experience the rich cultural heritage through these crafts and the local coffee culture.

How many days in Ho Chi Minh City is enough?

Spending 3 to 4 days in Ho Chi Minh City is generally sufficient to explore the main attractions and get a feel for the local culture. This timeframe allows you to visit key sites like the War Remnants Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, and the Cu Chi Tunnels. Additionally, you can experience the bustling atmosphere of Ben Thanh Market and enjoy a food tour to sample local Vietnamese cuisine.

For transportation, taxis and ride-hailing services like Grab are convenient, with fares typically starting around 15,000 VND ($0.60). Public buses are also available for economical travel.

Accommodation ranges widely, with budget options starting at 300,000 VND ($12) per night. Tap water is not recommended for drinking; bottled water is easily accessible and affordable.

How to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

Travelling between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 332.36 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 14.74.

How long does it take to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 9 hours to travel between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City. Flight will bring you to your destination in 50m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 9h to reach Ho Chi Minh City.

How much does it cost to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City?

Travelling between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City can be as cheap as USD 14.74 if you opt for a FUTA Bus Lines bus and as expensive as USD 332.36 if you buy a Cat Thien Hai Travel taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City ?

  • 270 from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City starting from 00:00 Da Lat Bus Station until 23:58 11 KQH Hoang Dieu
  • 75 from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City starting from 00:00 Da Lat until 00:00 Da Lat

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 69.61.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City

Bamboo Airways, Bamboo Airways, Pacific Airlines, VietJet Air (Công ty Cổ phần Hàng không VietJet), VietJet Air, VietJet Air, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City

An Anh Limousine, An Phu Hoi An Travel, Binh Minh Tai Limousine, FUTA Bus Lines, iHome Transfer, LH Minh Tri Limousine, Tan Quang Dung Buslines (Nhà xe Tân Quang Dũng Limousine), Thanh Buoi (Thành Bưởi), Tien Oanh Express, Trong Minh, Tu Tien Express, VietNam Travel Bus (Việt Nam Travel Bus)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Da Lat and Ho Chi Minh City

ADT Limousine, Bao Chung Travel, Cat Thien Hai Travel, Chou Travel, G5Car Limousine, Mixi Travel, Mui Ne Go Travel (Cong ty TNHH Mui Ne Go), Mui Ne Private Car, Mui Ne Sky Travel, OUROS Travel, Saigon DMC (Công Ty TNHH Saigon Dmc), Taxigo vn, Trong Tai Travel

What is the most popular transport to get from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 91% opted for a bus
  • 8% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

Facts about the transport from Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City

Cheapest Transport$15
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure11:58 PM
Departures per day345
Distance450 kilometers
Transport CompaniesADT Limousine, An Anh Limousine, An Phu Hoi An Travel, Bamboo Airways, Bamboo Airways, Bao Chung Travel, Binh Minh Tai Limousine, Cat Thien Hai Travel, Chou Travel, Dichung, FUTA Bus Lines, G5Car Limousine, iHome Transfer, LH Minh Tri Limousine, Mixi Travel, Mui Ne Go Travel, Mui Ne Private Car, Mui Ne Sky Travel, OUROS Travel, Pacific Airlines, Saigon DMC, Tan Quang Dung Buslines, Taxigo vn, Thanh Buoi, Tien Oanh Express, Trong Minh, Trong Tai Travel, Tu Tien Express, VietJet Air, Vietnam Airlines, VietNam Travel Bus