Vang Vieng to Vientiane
You’ll find practical information on schedules and prices for several transport options between Vang Vieng and Vientiane, including train, van, bus, combined or charter.
Travel options for Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Move from Vang Vieng to Vientiane by train in 52 minutes for the quickest journey, or take a combined for 236216 LAK to save on costs.
Combined from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Combined services connect Vang Vieng and Vientiane, departing from Vang Vieng Transfer or Vang Vieng Railway Station and arriving at multiple stations, including Soutchai Mini Bus Station, Vientiane, Vientiane Railway Station, Vientiane Transfer, Vientiane Night Market and others. Expect a journey of about 1 hour 29 minutes, with tickets priced at 236,216 LAK. Check available options and secure your seat reserve now.
Prices: 236,216 LAK
Duration: 1h 29m – 4h ⏱
Train from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Board a train at Vang Vieng Railway Station for a journey from Vang Vieng to Vientiane. The ride usually takes around 52 minutes, arriving at Vientiane Railway Station, with tickets starting from 267,930 LAK. Be sure to reserve your seat in advance.
Prices: 267,930 LAK
Duration: 52m – 1h 19m ⏱
Van from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
For a direct van service between Vang Vieng and Vientiane, pick-ups take place at multiple stations, including Exploring Laos Office, Vang Vieng, Vang Vieng Transfer, Vang Vieng Bus Terminal, Sarah Transport, Vang Vieng and others and the route finishes at multiple stations, including Vientiane, Memory Hotel, Vientiane, Vientiane Northern Bus Stop, Vientiane Town and others. The journey usually takes around 1 hour 45 minutes with fares starting at 289,333 LAK. You can check availability and reserve seats through the van options.
Prices: 289,333 LAK
Duration: 1h 45m – 5h 30m ⏱
Bus from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Begin your journey from Vang Vieng by boarding a bus at Vang Vieng Trendy Hotel, with departures typically running between 09:00 and 15:45 so you can pick a convenient time. The ride lasts around 14 hours 15 minutes and will drop you off at Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel, providing a comfortable and dependable way to reach Vientiane. Bus ticket prices start at 306,206 LAK, and you can reserve your ticket in advance to ensure a seamless trip.
Prices: 306,206 LAK
Duration: 14h 15m ⏱
Charter from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Make your way from Vang Vieng to Vientiane with a private transfer, picked up and dropped off at the locations you select. Expect the journey to last 1 hour 30 minutes, with fares starting at 748,804 LAK. Reserve your ride now and plan your trip your way.
Prices: 748,804 LAK
Duration: 1h 30m – 3h 30m ⏱
Combined Routes & Schedules from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Travelers moving between Vang Vieng and Vientiane have a variety of stations and stops to choose from for both departures and arrivals. Depending on the combination selected, journeys usually last about 1h 29m to 4h. Operations run throughout the day, from 08:00 to 20:16, with prices starting at 236,216 to 1,048,325 LAK. Checking the complete timetable for Vang Vieng and Vientiane helps you understand all available stops, compare durations, and plan a route that works best for your timing.
Cheapest Combined Vang Vieng to Vientiane
236216 LAK, from Vang Vieng Transfer to Soutchai Mini Bus Station, Vientiane, departure at some times, duration 2hFastest Combined Vang Vieng to Vientiane
862194 LAK, from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Vientiane Transfer, departure at 15:41, duration 1h 29mCombined Timetable: Vang Vieng Railway Station → Vientiane Transfer
- 13:49 15:40 1h 51m 748804 LAK
- 15:41 17:10 1h 29m 862194 LAK
- 18:43 20:40 1h 57m 695318 LAK
- 20:16 22:00 1h 44m 748804 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Soutchai Mini Bus Station, Vientiane
- 08:30 10:30 2h 236216 LAK
- 11:30 13:30 2h 236216 LAK
- 13:30 15:30 2h 236216 LAK
- 15:30 17:30 2h 236216 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Vientiane Night Market
- 08:00 10:30 2h 30m 280397 LAK
- 11:00 13:30 2h 30m 280397 LAK
- 13:00 15:30 2h 30m 280397 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Vientiane Northern Bus Stop
- 09:00 13:00 4h 384080 LAK
- 12:00 16:00 4h 384080 LAK
- 13:00 17:00 4h 384080 LAK
- 14:00 18:00 4h 384080 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Vientiane Railway Station
- 12:30 14:26 1h 56m 588346 LAK
- 12:50 14:45 1h 55m 588346 LAK
- 13:38 15:33 1h 55m 419737 LAK
- 14:30 16:14 1h 44m 738106 LAK
- 14:40 16:34 1h 54m 701736 LAK
- 17:40 19:57 2h 17m 534860 LAK
- 18:02 20:49 2h 47m 419737 LAK
- 19:06 21:02 1h 56m 419737 LAK
- 19:20 21:08 1h 48m 834381 LAK
- 20:07 22:03 1h 56m 588346 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Vientiane Transfer
- 13:38 16:28 2h 50m 1048325 LAK
- 14:40 17:10 2h 30m 915680 LAK
Train Routes & Schedules from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Board the train at Vang Vieng Railway Station and settle in for a ride to Vientiane Railway Station. The journey along the tracks usually takes about 1h to 1h 19m, with services running from 13:32 until 20:24 and tickets starting from 267,930 to 611,289 LAK. Check the timetable from Vang Vieng to Vientiane to choose the departure that fits your schedule and secure your seat for a smooth trip.
Cheapest Train Vang Vieng to Vientiane
267930 LAK, from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, departure at some times, duration 1hFastest Train Vang Vieng to Vientiane
521575 LAK, from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, departure at some times, duration 1hTrain Timetable: Vang Vieng Railway Station → Vientiane Railway Station
- 13:32 14:25 53m 521575 LAK
- 13:38 14:31 53m 267930 LAK
- 15:52 16:44 52m 611289 LAK
- 18:02 19:21 1h 19m 438897 LAK
- 19:06 19:59 53m 611289 LAK
- 19:35 20:28 53m 419737 LAK
- 19:40 20:33 53m 521575 LAK
- 20:07 21:07 1h 267930 LAK
- 20:16 21:09 53m 534860 LAK
- 20:24 21:24 1h 521575 LAK
Van Routes & Schedules from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Shared minivans connecting Vang Vieng and Vientiane make traveling simple, with multiple boarding and drop-off points along the route. Trips usually take approximately 1h 45m to 5h 30m, with services running from 06:00 to 19:00. Fares begin at 289,333 to 1,968,471 LAK, and checking the full timetable lets you plan which stops to use, compare travel times and pick the ideal departure for your journey.
Cheapest Van Vang Vieng to Vientiane
289333 LAK, from Vang Vieng Transfer to Vientiane Town, departure at some times, duration 2hFastest Van Vang Vieng to Vientiane
381227 LAK, from Sarah Transport, Vang Vieng to Wattay International Airport, Vientiane, departure at some times, duration 1h 45mVan Timetable: Exploring Laos Office, Vang Vieng → Vientiane
- 06:00 08:30 2h 30m 1968471 LAK
- 19:00 21:30 2h 30m 1968471 LAK
Van Timetable: Sarah Transport, Vang Vieng → Vientiane Town
- 09:00 11:00 2h 336389 LAK
- 12:00 14:00 2h 336389 LAK
- 14:00 16:00 2h 336389 LAK
Van Timetable: Sarah Transport, Vang Vieng → Wattay International Airport, Vientiane
- 09:00 10:45 1h 45m 381227 LAK
- 12:00 13:45 1h 45m 381227 LAK
- 14:00 16:00 2h 381227 LAK
Van Timetable: Vang Vieng Bus Terminal → Vientiane Northern Bus Stop
- 11:30 17:00 5h 30m 314463 LAK
Van Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Memory Hotel, Vientiane
- 09:00 11:30 2h 30m 410098 LAK
- 12:00 14:30 2h 30m 410098 LAK
- 14:00 16:30 2h 30m 410098 LAK
- 16:00 18:30 2h 30m 464777 LAK
Van Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Vientiane Town
- 09:00 11:00 2h 289333 LAK
- 12:00 14:00 2h 289333 LAK
- 14:00 16:00 2h 289333 LAK
- 16:00 18:00 2h 289333 LAK
Bus Routes & Schedules from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Hop on the bus at Vang Vieng Trendy Hotel and enjoy the ride to Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel, which usually takes about 14h 15m. Services run from 09:00 until 15:45, and tickets start from 306,206 LAK. Take a look at the daily timetable from Vang Vieng to Vientiane so you can pick a departure that works for you and reserve your seat in advance.
Cheapest & Fastest Bus Vang Vieng to Vientiane
306206 LAK, from Vang Vieng Trendy Hotel to Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel, departure at some times, duration 14h 15mBus Timetable: Vang Vieng Trendy Hotel → Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel
- 09:00 23:15 14h 15m 306206 LAK
- 12:00 02:15 14h 15m 306206 LAK
- 14:00 04:15 14h 15m 306206 LAK
- 15:45 06:00 14h 15m 306206 LAK
Charter Routes & Schedules from Vang Vieng to Vientiane
- Hop into an on-demand private car at Vang Vieng Transfer for a ride to Vientiane Transfer, lasting around 1h 30m to 3h. Several departures operate daily, and ticket prices begin at 748,804 to 4,811,818 LAK.
- From Vang Vieng Transfer, take a direct private taxi to Vientiane Airport, covering the route in roughly 1h 45m. Departures are scheduled regularly, and tickets start at 3,205,983 LAK.
- Hop into a private driver service at Vang Vieng Transfer and reach Thanaleng Border Laos side after roughly 3h 30m. With frequent departures available, tickets start at 4,932,113 LAK.
- Take a VIP car transfer at Vang Vieng Hotel Transfer heading toward Vientiane Transfer, with the journey lasting roughly 2h. With flexible departures available, you can secure tickets starting from 2,465,959 LAK.
Cheapest Charter Vang Vieng to Vientiane
748804 LAK, from Vang Vieng Transfer to Vientiane Transfer, departure at 17:40, duration 3hFastest Charter Vang Vieng to Vientiane
4811818 LAK, from Vang Vieng Transfer to Vientiane Transfer, departure at --:--, duration 1h 30mCharter Timetable: Vang Vieng Hotel Transfer → Vientiane Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 2465959 LAK
Charter Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Thanaleng Border Laos side
- --:-- --:-- 3h 30m 4932113 LAK
Charter Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Vientiane Airport
- --:-- --:-- 1h 45m 3205983 LAK
Charter Timetable: Vang Vieng Transfer → Vientiane Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 1h 30m 4811818 LAK
- 12:50 15:40 2h 50m 802290 LAK
- 17:40 20:40 3h 748804 LAK
- 19:20 22:00 2h 40m 802290 LAK
Frequently Asked Questions Vang Vieng to Vientiane
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vang Vieng to Vientiane.
How long does the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route usually take?
Travel time on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route varies a lot by transport type. The fastest listed option takes about 1 hour 29 minutes, while the slowest takes about 14 hours 15 minutes. Different pickup and drop-off points also affect the total time.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Vang Vieng to Vientiane?
The cheapest listed option on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route is the combined service at 236216 LAK. Among the main transport types, the train starts at 267930 LAK, which is lower than the van and bus prices shown here.
How much does the Vang Vieng to Vientiane trip cost overall?
Prices on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route range from 236216 LAK to 4932113 LAK depending on the service. The lower end is for combined transport, while charter is the most expensive option listed.
Which option is the fastest for Vang Vieng to Vientiane?
The fastest listed option for Vang Vieng to Vientiane is the combined service from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Vientiane Transfer, at about 1 hour 29 minutes. Train services are also quick, taking about 1 hour to 1 hour 19 minutes.
Where do the Vang Vieng to Vientiane services depart from and arrive?
Departure and arrival points vary on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route. Trains use Vang Vieng Railway Station and Vientiane Railway Station. Vans and combined services use several transfer points, bus terminals, hotels, and city stops in Vientiane.
How often do Vang Vieng to Vientiane departures run, and what are the first and last times?
The route has departures spread through the day, but no fixed frequency is listed. The earliest departure shown is 06:00 for vans, and the latest is 20:24 for trains. Combined services run from 08:00 to 20:16.
What are the train details for Vang Vieng to Vientiane?
Trains on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route cost 267930 LAK to 611289 LAK and take about 1 hour to 1 hour 19 minutes. They run from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, with departures from 13:32 to 20:24.
What should I know about van travel on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route?
Van fares on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route range from 289333 LAK to 1968471 LAK. Travel time varies from about 1 hour 45 minutes to 5 hours 30 minutes. Vans depart from several points in Vang Vieng and arrive at multiple locations in Vientiane.
Is there a bus option for Vang Vieng to Vientiane, and what is it like?
Yes, there is a bus service on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route. It costs 306206 LAK and takes about 14 hours 15 minutes. The listed departure is Vang Vieng Trendy Hotel, and the arrival is Vientiane Garden Boutique Hotel.
What are the combined transport options on Vang Vieng to Vientiane?
Combined services on the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route cost 236216 LAK to 1048325 LAK and take about 1 hour 29 minutes to 4 hours. They depart from Vang Vieng Transfer or Vang Vieng Railway Station and arrive at several Vientiane stops.
Are charter services available for Vang Vieng to Vientiane, and what do they cover?
Charter services are listed for the Vang Vieng to Vientiane route. They cost 748804 LAK to 4932113 LAK and take about 1 hour 30 minutes to 3 hours 30 minutes. Departures are from Vang Vieng Transfer or Vang Vieng Hotel Transfer.
If I want to book Vang Vieng to Vientiane tickets, where should I look?
For Vang Vieng to Vientiane reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the booking reference to use. It is the simplest place to check the available services, departure points, and times before choosing a train, van, bus, or combined option.
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