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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Da Lat to Bintulu
Vietnam
Malaysia
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 682 miles (1099 km) |
Key Takeaways
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus from Da Lat to Bintulu Cross-Border Travel Information
| Category | Information |
|---|---|
| General Information | Bus travel from Da Lat (Vietnam) to Bintulu (Malaysia) is not direct; multiple transfers and border crossings are required, typically via Cambodia and then into Malaysia. |
| Visa Required | ✅ |
| Visa Requirement Details | Required for most nationalities (Vietnamese need Malaysian visa, most others need Cambodian transit/visa). |
| E-Visa | ✅ |
| E-Visa Details | For both Cambodia and Malaysia (for many nationalities). |
| E-Visa Price | Cambodia e-visa: ~$36 USD; Malaysia e-visa: ~$45–50 USD. |
| E-Visa Validity | Cambodia: 30 days; Malaysia: 30 days single entry. |
| E-Visa Process | Apply online before travel, print approval letter(s). |
| E-Visa Link | [https://www.evisa.gov.kh (Cambodia), https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/evisa.jsp (Malaysia)](https://www.evisa.gov.kh (Cambodia), https://malaysiavisa.imi.gov.my/evisa/evisa.jsp (Malaysia)) |
| Visa On Arrival (At The Border) | True at major borders for Cambodia; False for Malaysia overland entry from Thailand/Cambodia/Singapore. |
| Visa On Arrival (At The Border) Details | Cambodia VOA available at main land borders; Malaysia does NOT offer VOA at land borders except for some Chinese/Indian nationals at airports only. |
| Visa On Arrival Validity | Cambodia: 30 days; Malaysia: NA by land crossing. |
| Visa On Arrival Price | Cambodia $30 USD official fee (+$5–10 unofficial); Malaysia NA by land crossing. |
| Visa On Arrival Document Needed | Passport, photo, completed form, cash in USD for Cambodia. No VOA option by land into Malaysia except rare cases as above. |
| Visa Validity | Cambodia 30 days; NA for Malaysian VOA by bus route. |
| Where To Get On Arrival Visa | At Cambodian immigration office on border. No Malaysian VOA facility on this route by bus/land crossing from Vietnam/Cambodia/Thailand/Singapore except airports as above. |
| Border Crossing Time | 1–3 hours per border depending on queues and season. Multiple crossings needed if transiting via Phnom Penh or Ho Chi Minh City to Kuala Lumpur then Bintulu flight/bus transfer. |
| Passport Validity | Passport must be valid at least 6 months beyond date of entry into each country crossed (Vietnam/Cambodia/Malaysia). |
| Immigration Process | Exit Vietnam → Enter Cambodia → Exit Cambodia → Enter Thailand or directly to KL/Bintulu via air/bus/train after further transfer(s); each step requires separate immigration process with possible luggage checks between buses/coaches/trains/flights as needed along the way. |
| Luggage Check Or Custom Inspection | ✅ |
| Luggage Check Or Custom Inspection Details | Random checks possible but not common in Cambodia/Malaysia. Luggage may be scanned or visually checked especially when entering/leaving each country during overland journey segments. |
| Popular Borders Crossing By Bus | Moc Bai/Bavet (Vietnam-Cambodia), Poipet/Aranyaprathet (Cambodia-Thailand), Bukit Kayu Hitam/Dannok or Padang Besar/Sadao (Thailand-Malaysia) are popular overland crossings used en route if traveling entirely by bus/coaches/trains with transfers required in Phnom Penh/HCMC/KL etc.; no direct Da Lat-Bintulu coach exists so expect multiple changes along the way including possible flights within SE Asia region to reach Bintulu efficiently from KL/Kuching/Miri etc., after reaching West/East Malaysia respectively depending on chosen path/transfers/border points used en route from Vietnam through Cambodia/Thailand/Malaysia mainland/Borneo Sarawak state where Bintulu is located |
| Bus Companies | Phuong Trang/Futa Buslines, Mekong Express Limousine Bus, Giant Ibis Transport, Sorya Bus Company operate segments between Da Lat-HCMC-Phnom Penh-Siem Reap-Poipet-Aranyaprathet-Bangkok-KL etc.; long-haul buses in East/West Malaysia include Transnasional/Ekspres Mutiara/Biaramas Express serving Sarawak towns like Bintulu after arrival in Kuching/Miri/Kota Kinabalu etc., but no single company covers entire Da Lat-Bintulu journey without changeovers/flights involved |
| Money Needed Dollars? Local Money | US Dollars preferred at Cambodian borders; Ringgit needed inside Malaysia/Sarawak state including Bintulu leg of trip. Thai Baht accepted near Thai-Cambodian border but poor rates apply there too if using that segment en route to West/East Malaysian cities/towns before final transfer toward Sarawak/Borneo side where local currency essential upon arrival/departure points onward toward Bintulu destination itself |
| Fees | ✅ |
| Fees Details | Official visa fees apply per country crossed ($30+USD per Cambodian visa + $45+USD per Malaysian e-visa + any extra processing/"express" charges unofficially requested at some borders) |
| Direct Bus After Transfer | FALSE – No direct bus service all the way through without changing vehicles/countries/modes of transport several times along the journey due to geography/logistics/regulations involved across three countries' territories plus sea crossing/ferry/internal flight possibly required between Peninsular/East Malaysian regions before reaching Sarawak's Bintulu town itself eventually after all necessary transfers completed successfully en route overall! |
| Other Mode Of Transport To The Final Destination | TRUE – Flights available HCMC/KL-Kuching-Miri-Bintulu or train/bus combinations via Bangkok-KL-JB-Sibu-Miri-Kuching etc., but always involves multiple modes/transfers due to lack of continuous road linkages across South China Sea separating Peninsular/East Malaysian states! |
| Food At Border | ✅ |
| Atm At Border | ✅ |
| Atm Details | ATMs available near major border towns/crossings and inside larger cities/stations/hubs along the way but unreliable outside urban areas so carry enough cash/USD/RM/local currency equivalents throughout trip especially when transiting rural/intercity stretches between main stops! |
| Toilets At Border | ✅ |
| Toilets At Border Details | Basic toilets available but cleanliness varies widely – bring tissue/sanitizer just in case! |
| Common Scams | Overcharging visa fees/bribes (express" processing scam), fake "health check"/temperature scan charges ($1–2), touts offering unnecessary services/paperwork help/"VIP" queue skipping fees." |
| Tips For Smooth Trip | Bring small denomination US dollars/RM/local money. Have printed copies of all visas/tickets. Keep valuables with you during cross-border walks. Double-check onward connections after every immigration stop. Be patient/friendly yet firm about official prices/rules. |
| Border Opening Hours | 7 AM – 10 PM typical opening hours for major SE Asian land borders. |
| Border Opening Hours/ Details | Arrive early morning/midday if possible—late arrivals risk overnight delays/no onward transport until next day. |
| Travel Insurrance | Strongly recommended due to multi-country itinerary & potential delays/theft risks during long journeys. |
| Vaccination Certificates | Not typically required unless coming from yellow fever endemic area—check latest requirements pre-trip esp. post-pandemic updates! |
| Dress Appropriately | Dress modestly/conservatively esp. when dealing with officials—avoid tank tops/sleeveless shirts/miniskirts during formal interactions even though casual wear fine elsewhere generally speaking! |
| Photos And Phones | No photography allowed inside immigration/customs offices—guards may confiscate phone/camera or fine you if caught taking pictures/videos there! |
| Emergency Contact | Save embassy numbers & your bus company contacts locally/in cloud/email before departure—in case of emergency/lost documents/delayed connections anywhere en route! |
FAQs: Bus from Da Lat to Bintulu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Da Lat to Bintulu by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Bintulu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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No, the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu.
No, luggage for the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Da Lat to Bintulu.
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