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Da Lat sits on a cool, pine-covered plateau; Mui Ne lies on the coast among red and white sand dunes. The road between them drops from the Central Highlands to the South China Sea through winding passes and coffee plantations, and the air gets warmer and saltier with every bend. You can book your seat on GoAsia.cc before you leave.
Da Lat to Mui Ne by Bus
In August 2023 Phuong Trang (FUTA Bus Lines) opened a limousine sleeper service with 34 berths between Da Lat's intercity bus station and Phan Thiet, with a stop at its Mui Ne office. The two cities are about 160 km apart, and the company collects and drops off passengers within 8 to 10 km of its offices.[1] On booking platforms, bus tickets cost from about $11 to $17 (November 2026), and the journey takes from about 3 hours 10 minutes, longer with stops or traffic. Services run from early morning to mid-afternoon as sleeper buses, VIP buses and limousine vans.[2]
Most buses drop passengers at the operator's office or at points along the main strip in Mui Ne, so check where yours stops.
Da Lat to Mui Ne by Private Transfer
A private transfer suits families and small groups, because the cost is shared. On booking platforms, private transfers start at about $54 and reach about $161 for large vans (November 2026). The drive takes from about 3 hours, longer with traffic or weather. Vehicles range from economy cars to 16-seat vans and 9 to 11-seat limousine vans.[2] A private driver can stop at the viewpoints above the valley on the way down.
Comparing Your Options
| Mode | Price (USD) | Duration | Comfort |
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| Bus (sleeper, VIP, limousine van) | $11 - $17[2] | From 3h 10m | Medium |
| Private transfer | $54 - $161[2] | From 3h | High |
Tips for Traveling from Da Lat to Mui Ne
- Prepare for the curves: The road descends through the mountains. If you are prone to motion sickness, take medication before departure or choose a seat in the middle of the bus.
- Book in advance: Weekends and public holidays are busy, so book early on GoAsia.cc.
- Keep your camera ready: The first hour of the drive has wide views over the highlands. In a private car, ask your driver for a safe place to pull over.
- Arrival in Mui Ne: Mui Ne is spread out along a single long road. Check where your bus drops off, or give your private driver your hotel address to avoid a long walk with luggage.
- Pack a light jacket: Mui Ne is hot, but air conditioning on Vietnamese buses is strong.
Timetable
| Bus Da Lat - Mui Ne $ 10.62–16.75 3h 10m – 5h 30m | |
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| Taxi Da Lat - Mui Ne $ 53.30–160.74 3h – 4h 30m | |
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| Bus Da Lat - Binh Thuan $ 10.62–11.57 3h 30m – 4h 10m | |
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| Taxi Da Lat - Binh Thuan $ 85.87–144.57 3h 15m | |
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| Bus Da Lat - Phan Thiet $ 10.70–13.68 4h – 4h 45m | |
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| Taxi Da Lat - Phan Thiet $ 74.21–142.06 3h 20m | |
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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 Mui Ne, including current prices and schedules.
The bus is the cheapest option, with tickets from about $11. Sleeper buses, VIP buses and limousine vans all run this route.
A private transfer is the fastest option, from about 3 hours. Buses take from about 3 hours 10 minutes and make more stops.
Allow from about 3 hours by private car and from about 3 hours 10 minutes by bus. Traffic, weather and stops can add time.
Yes. Phuong Trang runs limousine sleeper buses from Da Lat's intercity bus station to Phan Thiet and Mui Ne, and other operators offer sleeper buses and limousine vans.
The road is paved and well used, but it is mountainous with many sharp turns. Travel in daylight if you can, to enjoy the scenery and feel at ease on the passes.
A private transfer takes you door to door. Phuong Trang drops passengers within 8 to 10 km of its offices; with other buses, confirm the drop-off point when you book.
Sources and background
Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.
- [1] Phuong Trang - FUTA Bus Lines: FUTA Bus Lines: new route Da Lat bus station to Bac Phan Thiet bus station. Retrieved November 3, 2026.
- [2] 12Go: 12Go timetable: Da Lat to Mui Ne. 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.