How to Get from Da Nang to Dalat?

Dalat is one of Vietnam's most famous tourist cities, known by many names such as the city of flowers, land of love, and dream city;... With an altitude of 1,500 meters above sea level and pleasant cool weather, "the City of Flowers" is the ideal destination for all tourists. Dalat city is located more than 650 km south of Da Nang city. If you are looking for the best way to travel from Da Nang to Da Lat, here are options for you.

1. From Da Nang to Dalat by flight.
2. From Da Nang to Dalat by train
3. From Da Nang to Dalat by bus
4. From Da Nang to Dalat by motorbike
5. From Da Nang to Dalat by private car

1. From Da Nang to Dalat by flight

Flying is the quickest and most convenient way to travel from Da Nang to Dalat. Currently, 3 airlines operate this route: Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air and Bamboo Airways. Each airline operates one daily flight, making three flights from Da Nang to Dalat. The departure time is not specified.

Departure at Da Nang International Airport.
Arrival at Lien Khuong airport.
Travel time: 1 hour
Advantages: fast, safe, and convenient.
Disadvantages: There are not many choices as there are only 3 flights in the morning. Tourists have to take a taxi from Lien Khuong Airport to Dalat City; the taxi fare is about 300.000 VND, and the bus ticket is 40.000 VND.

danang to dalat by flight

>>> Reference to book the air ticket from Da Nang to Dalat on the official website of airlines
Vietnam Airlines: https://www.vietnamairlines.com/vn/en/home
Vietjet Air: https://www.vietjetair.com/en/ (Tickets are temporarily sold out)
Bamboo Airways: https://www.bambooairways.com/gb/en

2. From Da Nang to Dalat by train

The train is a safe means of transportation. It is for those who like to enjoy the beautiful scenery of nature along the way. However, there is no railway passing through Dalat. So tourists must stop at Thap Cham station (Phan Rang city) or Nha Trang station and then take a bus or taxi to Dalat.

Train timetable from Da Nang to Thap Cham:
SE21: Depart at: 8.15 AM – Arrive at 8.54 PM
SE5: Depart at: 8.50 AM – Arrive at 10.15 PM
SE3: Depart at: 11.29 AM – Arrive at 11.17 PM
SE11: Depart at: 3.08 PM – Arrive at 3.48 AM
SE7: Depart at: 11.25 PM – Arrive at 11.21 AM

Train timetable from Da Nang to Nha Trang:
SE21: Depart at: 8.15 AM – Arrive at 7.10 PM
SE5: Depart at: 8.50 AM – Arrive at 8.20 PM
SE3: Depart at: 11.29 AM – Arrive at 9.34 PM
SE1: Depart at: 12.47 PM – Arrive at 10.37 PM
SE11: Depart at: 3.08 PM – Arrive at 1.23 AM
SE7: Depart at: 11.25 PM – Arrive at 9.38 AM

danang to dalat by train
Price:

Da Nang to Nha Trang: 375.000 – 568.000 VND depending on train type and ticket class.
Da Nang to Phan Rang: 391.000 – 530.000 VND depending on train type and ticket class.
Advantages: Safe, enjoy the sightseeing and locals along the way.
Disadvantages: Trains in Vietnam are different from trains in Western countries. They are noisy and shaking, which can affect sleep and experience.
There are not many trains to choose for this route. You have to take a taxi or bus from Nha Trang (bus ticket is about 190.000 – 250.000 VND) or Thap Cham railway station to Dalat (bus ticket is about 110.000 - 300.000 VND)

>>> Book train ticket directly at railway station or online at the official website of Vietnam: dsvn.vn

3. From Da Nang to Dalat by bus

Many local people choose the bus for the transfer from Da Nang to Dalat because of the cheap cost and convenience.

Departure point: Da Nang bus station center. Some bus companies will pick you up at the Da Nang center.
Travel time: 13 – 14 hours.
Price ticket: 400.000 – 700.000 VND.
Advantages: cheaper ticket than other transportation. Enjoy the landscapes along the road.
Disadvantages: Travel takes a long time, and the service quality is not good.

danang to dalat by bus

Bus company for reference:

Phuong Trang bus
Departure time: 1.30 PM, 4.30 PM, 5.15 PM
Ticket price: 285.000 VND
Tel: 19006067
Thanh Thuy bus
Departure time: 3:01 PM, 4:00 PM, 5:00 PM
Ticket price: 400.000 VND
Tel: 0633 823 151 – 0979 795 555

4. From Da Nang to Dalat by motorbike

Those interested in adventure can take a motorbike from Da Nang to Dalat. However, the long distance will be a big challenge if you choose this vehicle.

Motorbike for rent: 120.000 – 300.000 VND/day. Depends on the type of motorbike, not including gasoline
Travel time: 14 – 16 hours
Advantages: Proactive in time, save cost, could stop anytime, anywhere to relax and photos
Disadvantages: Traveling long distances on a motorcycle is unsafe, especially on winding roads.

Some advice for a motorbike trip from Da Nang to Dalat
+ Check the motorbike carefully before renting.
+ Take a raincoat in case it is raining.
+ Full-fill gasoline before departure.
+ Should take short breaks properly as the long road. It will be better to travel in 4 days from Da Nang to Dalat.

Some Motorbike rental shops for reference:

Binh Minh motorbike rental
Add: 36 Ta My Duat, Son Tra, Da Nang
Tel: 0986 862 986
Web: dichvuthuexedanang.com
Bao An motorbike rental
Add: 14 Nguyen Thien Ke, Son Tra, Da Nang
Tel: 0773399919
Website: thuexemaybaoan.com

5. From Da Nang to Dalat by private car

In addition to the mentioned vehicles, a private car is also a good choice for the journey from Da Nang to Dalat.

danang to dalat by private car

Travel time: 12 – 13 hours
Price: Around 7.000.000 VND (sedan, SUV car)
Advantages: private space, free to stop to relax and enjoy the landscapes, friendly driver
Disadvantages: long distance, long travel time, maybe tired, price is higher than other transportations