Best taxi app to use in Nha Trang, Vietnam

The Maxim app works in Nha Trang. If you download it before your trip, it will work as soon as you arrive in Vietnam — no settings changes needed. In the App Store, search for 'Maxim' as the icon or listing may look different than expected.

In Nha Trang you can hail a taxi on the street by raising your hand — this works. However, using an app (Grab, Maxim) is generally cheaper and safer since the fare is fixed upfront.

At Cam Ranh Airport, app-based taxis (Grab) are permitted — drivers using ride-hailing apps are allowed to pick up passengers there. As an alternative, you can also pre-book a transfer through third-party booking services.

Grab is the go-to ride-hailing app in Nha Trang — prices are fixed upfront and driver availability is good. inDriver is an alternative where you can negotiate the fare directly with the driver.

From Cam Ranh Airport to Da Lat, you can use Grab or book a private transfer. The distance is around 130–140 km and the drive takes approximately 3–3.5 hours through mountain roads.

For a day trip from Nha Trang by taxi with a group, Da Lat is a popular choice — a scenic mountain city about 3–4 hours away. You can book a minivan through Grab or arrange an all-day taxi directly with a local driver.