South Vietnam
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat Private Car
Door-to-door private car between Ho Chi Minh City and Da Lat. 290 km, approximately 6h 00m — no shared passengers, no hidden charges. Fixed price from $125 per vehicle. You choose the departure time. Book the Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat transfer or the return Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City transfer at the same price.
Distance
290 km
Drive Time
6h 00m
Price from
$125 per vehicle
Group Size
1–16 passengers
TRANSFERS DONE
1000+ Vietnam-wide
Vehicle Selection
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat and Return — Choose Your Vehicle
All prices are per vehicle, not per person — fuel, tolls, and your English-speaking driver are included. One fixed price covers your entire group. Select a vehicle to see the price, then book online by card or message us on WhatsApp.
Confirm Your Ho Chi Minh City – Da Lat Transfer Booking
Select a vehicle to see the price. Add to cart to go to checkout.
5% discount on the return trip.
What’s included
- Private vehicle — your group only
- Flexible departure time
- English-speaking driver
- Door-to-door pickup & drop-off
- Air conditioning throughout
- Tolls & fuel — no surcharges
- 24/7 WhatsApp support line
Not included
- Driver gratuity (appreciated, never required)
- Meals, drinks, entrance fees
- Extended stops over 30 minutes (arrange at booking)
- Extended sightseeing stops (we confirm any cost before you agree)
Which Option Suits Your Ho Chi Minh City Da Lat Transfer
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat — Private Car vs Bus vs Train
For a group of 4, the private car works out at $31.25 per person — comparable to a sleeper bus or overnight train when you account for door-to-door pickup, flexible timing, and no connections.
This service
Private Car
$31.25 / person
Group of 4 · $125 total per vehicle · one way
- Pickup from your hotel or any address
- You choose departure time
- Door-to-door, no stations or transfers
- Both directions, same fixed price
Alternative 1
Sleeper Bus
$14 – $25 / person
Per person · one way
- Mien Dong New Bus Station
- Departures operate every 30 to 60 minutes throughout the day and night.
- Highway 20 corridor.
⚠ Shared sleeper cabins offer limited privacy and require fixed departure times from crowded city terminals.
Alternative 2
Domestic Flight
$45 – $95 / person
Per person · one way
- Tan Son Nhat Domestic Terminal
- Multiple daily flights are available from early morning until late evening.
- Direct air route.
⚠ The airport is 30 kilometres from the city centre and requires early check-in for a short flight.
Which option suits your trip
Find the Right Vehicle for Your Ho Chi Minh City Da Lat Transfer
Profile
Individual travellers and couples
Couples visiting the Valley of Love appreciate the privacy and comfort of a sedan for this long mountain journey. It provides a quiet environment for resting before arriving at high-altitude hotels in the centre of town.→ 4-seat Sedan · from $125
Profile
Families with extra luggage
Small families carrying golf clubs for rounds at the Palace Golf Club find the SUV luggage space essential. The higher ground clearance offers a smoother ride over the uneven sections of the mountain roads during the climb.→ 7-seat SUV · from $140
Profile
Large groups or families
Groups attending retreats near Tuyen Lam Lake benefit from the shared space and elevated views of the pine forests. The minibus accommodates multiple suitcases easily while keeping the entire party together for the mountain climb.→ 9/11/16-seat Van · from $200
From the operators
What our drivers know about this route
Road Decision
We use the Ho Chi Minh City – Long Thanh – Dau Giay expressway to bypass the industrial traffic in Bien Hoa. From Dau Giay, we join Highway 20, which is the primary artery into the Central Highlands. We avoid older provincial roads because Highway 20 offers more reliable rest facilities and better surfacing. The choice between Prenn Pass or Mimosa Pass depends on current traffic reports at the time of arrival.Operational Reality
Heavy truck traffic carrying vegetables from the highlands often slows down the climb through Bao Loc Pass. Weekend congestion is common as city residents head to the mountains, specifically on Friday afternoons and Sunday evenings. Fog frequently reduces visibility on the final approach to the plateau during early morning or late night trips.Seasonal Notes
The best months are November to March when the weather is dry and the wild sunflowers are in bloom. May to October is the rainy season, which can lead to slower travel times on mountain passes due to heavy mist.Pickup & Drop-off Specifics
We provide door-to-door service to hotels within the city centre of both locations. Some villas in Da Lat are located on narrow, steep alleys that larger vans cannot enter. In these cases, we drop passengers at the closest accessible point, usually within a short walk of the entrance.Route Facts
Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat — Route Details and Distance
| Distance | 290 km |
| Total drive time | 6h 00m |
| Road Leg(s) | Leg 1: Ho Chi Minh City – Long Thanh – Dau Giay Expressway (~55 km · ~1 hr). Leg 2: Highway 20 – Dau Giay to Bao Loc (~125 km · ~2.5 hrs). Leg 3: Highway 20 – Bao Loc to Da Lat (~110 km · ~2.5 hrs). |
| Elevation gain | The route climbs from sea level to 1500 metres, involving steep mountain passes and winding roads through the Central Highlands. |
| Recommended departure | 06:00 to 07:00 to avoid the peak outbound traffic in Ho Chi Minh City and clear the mountain passes before the afternoon rains. |
| Standard rest stop | Dau Giay, Madagui, Bao Loc |
| Both directions covered | Yes — Ho Chi Minh City → Da Lat and return, same fixed price |
| Round trip available | Yes — message us for combined rate |
| Pickup point | Your hotel or any Ho Chi Minh City or Da Lat address |
Road update: As of April 2026, the new Xuan Huong elevated bridge on Mimosa Pass has just opened to restore full traffic flow. Highway 20 is in good condition, though construction continues on the Dau Giay to Tan Phu expressway section. Travel times are stable but remain subject to mountain pass weather and weekend volume.
What to expect
Step by step — both directions
Ho Chi Minh City → Da Lat
Da Lat → Ho Chi Minh City
What you’re booking
Vehicles for the Ho Chi Minh City Da Lat Private Car Transfer
4-Seat Sedan
The right fit for 1–3 passengers travelling light or for trips around Da Lat.
7-Seat SUV
Depart Ho Chi Minh City with more boot space — suits families and groups with full luggage.
16-Seat Minibus
Keeps groups of up to 16 together in one vehicle from Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat.
9-Seat VIP Limousine
A 290 km ride to Da Lat feels like a breeze with leather captain seats and extra legroom.
Passenger feedback
What passengers say about this route
★★★★★
Hiroshi, Japan
Ho Chi Minh City → Da Lat
Sedan · 2025-11
★★★★★
Jen, China
Da Lat → Ho Chi Minh City
SUV · 2026-02
★★★★★
Ha-eun, South Korea
Ho Chi Minh City → Da Lat
Van · 2025-09
0 reviews for Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat Private Car
Only logged in customers who have purchased this product may leave a review.
No surprises at pickup
Booking policies
Night Departure
No surcharge
No surcharge for night departures. The confirmed price at booking applies regardless of departure time.
Cancellation Policy
Full refund
48+ hours before departure
50% refund
24–48 hours before departure
No refund
< 24 hours before departure
Full refund
If we cancel — no exceptions
Weather & Road Delays
If conditions are severe before departure, we contact you with the situation and options. No penalty for rescheduling at our request. We do not depart into unsafe conditions.
Common questions
Frequently Asked Questions — Ho Chi Minh City to Da Lat and Da Lat to Ho Chi Minh City Private Car
Current conditions