THE SHORT VERSION
Buon Ma Thuot to Nha Trang at a glance.
- From
- Buon Ma Thuot Buôn Ma Thuột
- Road distance
- About 197 km
- Straight line
- 145 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~3 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Nha Trang to Buon Ma Thuot →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Buon Ma Thuot
Buon Ma Thuot is the largest city in the Central Highlands and the heart of Vietnam's coffee country. Buses link it with Ho Chi Minh City, Nha Trang, Da Lat, Da Nang and the highland cities of Pleiku and Kon Tum.
- Dak Lak Central Bus Station · Bến xe Trung tâm Đắk Lắk
About 3 km from the centre. The main long-distance terminal. - Southern Bus Station · Bến xe phía Nam Buôn Ma Thuột
Services towards the south and Ho Chi Minh City.
Arriving in Nha Trang
From the stations, take a metered taxi, ride-hail or a city bus to the beach area. Some operators run their own free shuttles from the station.
- Southern (Central) Bus Station · Bến xe phía Nam Nha Trang
West of the centre on 23 Tháng 10 road. Many long-distance and Da Lat services. - Northern Bus Station · Bến xe phía Bắc Nha Trang
Services heading north along the coast.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Cam Ranh Airport is about 35 km south. Some buses go there directly.
- The Nha Trang–Da Lat road climbs steeply. If you're prone to motion sickness, a seat near the front helps.
KEEP GOING
From Nha Trang, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Buon Ma Thuot from Nha Trang by road?+
About 197 km by road (145 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Buon Ma Thuot to Nha Trang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 3 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Buon Ma Thuot?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Buon Ma Thuot include Dak Lak Central Bus Station, Southern Bus Station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Nha Trang to Buon Ma Thuot?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Nha Trang to Buon Ma Thuot guide.
Where does the bus from Buon Ma Thuot arrive in Nha Trang?+
It depends on the operator. In Nha Trang, services use Southern (Central) Bus Station, Northern Bus Station. From the stations, take a metered taxi, ride-hail or a city bus to the beach area. Some operators run their own free shuttles from the station.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Nha Trang?+
From the stations, take a metered taxi, ride-hail or a city bus to the beach area. Some operators run their own free shuttles from the station.
What kind of bus runs from Buon Ma Thuot to Nha Trang?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Buon Ma Thuot to Nha Trang bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Nha Trang by bus?+
Direct buses from Nha Trang include Da Lat, Quy Nhon, Mui Ne, Phan Thiet, Quang Ngai and more. See all connections on our Nha Trang bus page.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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