Taking a night bus from Nha Trang to Da Lat is a choice many travelers make to save a night's accommodation while arriving in Da Lat early in the morning. But traveling overnight over the Khanh Le Pass also requires a few tips to make the trip smooth and safe.
Pros and cons of the night bus
- Pros: save daytime hours, save a night at a hotel, and the roads are quieter at night so it can sometimes be faster.
- Cons: hard to sleep deeply on the winding pass, you may have to wait for check-in when arriving early, and it's colder than during the day.
Choosing your seat & bus type
- Sleeper bus: choose the lower deck, in the middle of the bus for fewer bumps and a smoother ride around bends.
- Prone to motion sickness: prioritize lying/sitting near the front of the bus, with your head facing forward.
- If you want privacy and speed, consider a limousine running in the early evening instead of a late-night bus.
Preventing motion sickness & staying safe
- Take motion sickness medicine 30 minutes beforehand, eat lightly, and avoid greasy food.
- Bring warm clothes, a scarf, earplugs — Da Lat is very cold in the early morning.
- Choose a reputable bus company with drivers familiar with the pass; keep your belongings tidy and keep valuables close to you.
- Save the bus company's hotline number to contact when needed.
On Go365 VietNam, you can choose evening/night trips on the Nha Trang – Da Lat route by bus type and suitable time, view pickup points, pay in VND via 9pay, and get 24/7 support if you need to change your schedule.