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From the pine forests and cool air of the Central Highlands down to the turquoise water of Cam Ranh: the drive is part of the trip. Mountain passes open up wide views over the valleys before the land flattens into salt pans and shrimp farms on the coast. Cam Ranh suits you if you want quiet beaches, resorts and an easy run to the international airport rather than the crowds of Nha Trang.
Da Lat to Cam Ranh by Private Transfer
A private car gives you door-to-door service from Da Lat, which is a plus with families, groups and heavy luggage. On booking platforms, prices run from about $40 for a small sedan to about $160 for a large van (November 2026), and the drive takes from about 2 hours 25 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. Vehicles range from 2 to 3-seat sedans and 4 to 5-seat SUVs to 9 to 10-seat limousine vans and 13-seat minibuses.[1]
Da Lat to Cam Ranh by Van
A shared 9-seat van costs about $18 on booking platforms (November 2026) and takes from about 4 hours 30 minutes. Luggage space is tighter than in a private car, so it suits light travellers.[1]
Da Lat to Nha Trang (Alternative Route)
If you want a night in Nha Trang first, shared vans from Da Lat cost about $18 and take from about 4 hours 50 minutes. Private transfers cost about $103 to $184 and take from about 2 hours 55 minutes (November 2026).[1] For the airport or a resort on the Cam Ranh peninsula, the direct routes above are the more logical choice.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration |
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| Private transfer | $40 to $160[1] | From about 2h 25min |
| Shared van | $18[1] | From about 4h 30min |
| Private transfer to Nha Trang | $103 to $184[1] | From about 2h 55min |
| Shared van to Nha Trang | $18[1] | From about 4h 50min |
Tips for Traveling from Da Lat to Cam Ranh
- Book ahead: Vans and cars fill up at weekends and in the holiday seasons.
- Motion sickness: The descent from Da Lat has many hairpin bends. If you are prone to it, take medication beforehand and choose a larger vehicle.
- Flights: If you are heading to the airport, allow at least an extra hour for mountain mist or traffic.
- Travel by day: The descent from the highlands is the best part of the drive for views.
Timetable
| Taxi Da Lat - Cam Ranh $ 40.26–159.65 2h 25m – 3h 30m | |
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| Van Da Lat - Cam Ranh $ 17.95 4h 30m | |
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| Taxi Da Lat - Nha Trang $ 102.74–183.81 2h 55m | |
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| Van Da Lat - Nha Trang $ 17.95 4h 50m | |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Da Lat to Cam Ranh, including current prices and schedules.
The shared van, at about $18 per person on booking platforms (November 2026).
A private transfer, which takes from about 2 hours 25 minutes and goes door to door without the extra stops of a shared van.
From about 2 hours 25 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes by private car and from about 4 hours 30 minutes by shared van.
Yes. You can set the airport as your drop-off point when you book a private transfer.
Space in a 9-seat van is limited. If you travel with a lot of gear, a private SUV or larger van is a better choice.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Da Lat to Cam Ranh. Retrieved November 3, 2026.
Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.