Vientiane to Hanoi
Whether you’re planning ahead or comparing last-minute options, this page covers all transport services between Vientiane and Hanoi, including departure times, travel lengths and fares.
Travel options for Vientiane to Hanoi
Starting at Vientiane, travel affordably by a bus for 857046 LAK, and reach Hanoi faster by combined in 30 minutes.
Bus from Vientiane to Hanoi
Board a bus in Vientiane at Vientiane Southern Bus Station, with the first departure at 08:00, for a journey to Hanoi that typically lasts around 20 hours. Along the way, you'll enjoy a reliable and comfortable ride, arriving at multiple stations, including Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station, 247 Dong Tau, Hanoi, Nuoc Ngam Bus Stop, Hanoi, Nuoc Ngam Bus Station, Hanoi and others with fares starting from 857,046 LAK. Make sure to secure your ticket ahead of time to ensure a relaxed and worry-free journey.
Prices: 857,046 LAK
Duration: 20h – 23h ⏱
Combined from Vientiane to Hanoi
To travel from Vientiane to Hanoi using combined transport, start at multiple stations, including VTE Vientiane Airport, Vientiane Railway Station, Vientiane Transfer, Vientiane Southern Bus Station and others and reach multiple stations, including HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport, My Dinh Bus Station, Hanoi, Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station, Tbus Hanoi Office and others. Expect the trip to take approximately 30 minutes with fares starting at 1,176,699 LAK. Reserve your seat in advance plan your route.
Prices: 1,176,699 LAK
Duration: 30m – 22h ⏱
Flight from Vientiane to Hanoi
Experience a fast and reliable journey from Vientiane to Hanoi by taking a flight from VTE Vientiane Airport and landing at HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport. Flights covering 1 hour, with prices starting at 4,352,143 LAK. Don’t miss out, reserve your ticket here for an efficient trip.
Prices: 4,352,143 LAK
Duration: 1h – 1h 15m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Hanoi
- Board the bus at Vientiane Southern Bus Station bound for Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station. The trip takes roughly 22h 30m to 23h. Departures run from 17:00 until 18:00, and fares begin at 1,123,312 to 1,213,985 LAK.
- Traveling from Vientiane Southern Bus Station, you’ll be on the bus for roughly 20h before arriving at 247 Dong Tau, Hanoi. Services operate at 08:00, and fares start from 1,460,306 LAK.
- Travel from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Nuoc Ngam Bus Stop, Hanoi by bus, a journey that lasts about 23h. Departures occur at 16:30 with fares starting at 1,497,750 LAK.
- Nuoc Ngam Bus Station, Hanoi are accessible via buses departing Vientiane Southern Bus Station, taking roughly 23h on the road. Ticket prices begin at 857,046 to 1,741,134 LAK, and services run from 17:30 until 18:00.
Cheapest Bus Vientiane to Hanoi
857046 LAK, from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Nuoc Ngam Bus Station, Hanoi, departure at 17:45, duration 23hFastest Bus Vientiane to Hanoi
1460306 LAK, from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to 247 Dong Tau, Hanoi, departure at 08:00, duration 20hBus Timetable: Vientiane Southern Bus Station → 247 Dong Tau, Hanoi
- 08:00 04:00 20h 1460306 LAK
Bus Timetable: Vientiane Southern Bus Station → Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station
- 17:00 15:30 22h 30m 1213985 LAK
- 18:00 17:00 23h 1123312 LAK
Bus Timetable: Vientiane Southern Bus Station → Nuoc Ngam Bus Station, Hanoi
- 17:30 16:30 23h 1741134 LAK
- 17:45 16:45 23h 857046 LAK
- 18:00 18:00 1683979 LAK
Bus Timetable: Vientiane Southern Bus Station → Nuoc Ngam Bus Stop, Hanoi
- 16:30 15:30 23h 1497750 LAK
Combined Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Hanoi
Traveling between Vientiane and Hanoi can involve multiple modes of transport, with several boarding and drop-off points to choose from. Depending on which combination of stations or stops you select, the journey usually takes around 2h to 22h. Services run throughout the day from 07:30 to 16:30, and fares start at 1,176,699 to 12,126,255 LAK. Checking the full timetable for Vientiane and Hanoi allows you to compare all station options, routes and departure times so you can plan the combination that best fits your schedule.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Vientiane to Hanoi
1176699 LAK, from Vientiane Transfer to Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station, departure at 16:00, duration 2hCombined Timetable: Vientiane Railway Station → My Dinh Bus Station, Hanoi
- 07:30 05:30 22h 2078128 LAK
- 08:00 06:00 22h 2078128 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vientiane Southern Bus Station → My Dinh Office, Hanoi
- 16:30 17:00 30m 1560156 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vientiane Southern Bus Station → Tbus Hanoi Office
- 16:30 17:00 30m 1560156 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vientiane Transfer → Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station
- 16:00 18:00 2h 1176699 LAK
Combined Timetable: VTE Vientiane Airport → HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport
- 08:05 20:20 12h 15m 6058741 LAK
- 11:20 18:35 7h 15m 12126255 LAK
- 13:50 20:20 6h 30m 7086955 LAK
Flight Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Hanoi
Take off from VTE Vientiane Airport on the only direct flight from Vientiane to Hanoi. Departures run from 14:30 until 20:20, and the airborne journey lasts roughly 1h to 1h 15m until you land at HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport. Fares begin at 4,352,143 to 4,396,447 LAK, and reviewing the full timetable for the Vientiane–Hanoi route helps you pick the departure that works best and reserve your seat in advance.
Cheapest Flight Vientiane to Hanoi
4352143 LAK, from VTE Vientiane Airport to HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport, departure at 20:20, duration 1h 15mFastest Flight Vientiane to Hanoi
4396447 LAK, from VTE Vientiane Airport to HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport, departure at 14:30, duration 1hFlight Timetable: VTE Vientiane Airport → HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport
- 14:30 15:30 1h 4396447 LAK
- 20:20 21:35 1h 15m 4352143 LAK
Frequently Asked Questions Vientiane to Hanoi
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vientiane to Hanoi.
How long does the Vientiane to Hanoi route usually take overall?
The Vientiane to Hanoi route takes anywhere from about 2 hours to around 23 hours, depending on the transport and connection. Flight times are the shortest, while bus services are much longer. Combined options also vary because they include different transfer points and travel modes.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Vientiane to Hanoi?
The cheapest listed option on the Vientiane to Hanoi route is the bus, at about 857046 LAK to 1741134 LAK. It departs from Vientiane Southern Bus Station and arrives at several Hanoi stops, including Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station and Nuoc Ngam Bus Station.
Which Vientiane to Hanoi option is the fastest?
The fastest option on the Vientiane to Hanoi route is the flight, which takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. Flights run from VTE Vientiane Airport to HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport. A combined transfer option can also be as short as about 2 hours.
How much should I expect to pay for Vientiane to Hanoi?
Prices on the Vientiane to Hanoi route range from about 857046 LAK for the bus to roughly 4396447 LAK for flights. Combined tickets can fall between about 1176699 LAK and 12126255 LAK, depending on the service and routing.
Where do Vientiane to Hanoi buses leave from and arrive?
Buses on the Vientiane to Hanoi route depart from Vientiane Southern Bus Station. They arrive at Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station, 247 Dong Tau, Hanoi, Nuoc Ngam Bus Stop, Hanoi, or Nuoc Ngam Bus Station, Hanoi. The exact drop-off point depends on the service.
What are the flight details for Vientiane to Hanoi?
Flights on the Vientiane to Hanoi route run from VTE Vientiane Airport to HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport. The trip takes about 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes. The listed departure times are 14:30 and 20:20.
Are there any combined travel options for Vientiane to Hanoi, and how do they differ?
Yes, combined options on the Vientiane to Hanoi route include departures from VTE Vientiane Airport, Vientiane Railway Station, Vientiane Transfer, and Vientiane Southern Bus Station. Arrivals include HAN Hanoi Noi Bai Airport, My Dinh Bus Station, Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station, Tbus Hanoi Office, and My Dinh Office, Hanoi. Durations vary widely.
When is the first and last departure on the Vientiane to Hanoi route?
The earliest listed departure for Vientiane to Hanoi is 07:30, and the latest is 20:20. Combined services start as early as 07:30 and end at 16:30, while buses run from 08:00 to 18:00 and flights from 14:30 to 20:20.
How often do services run from Vientiane to Hanoi?
No fixed frequency is listed for the Vientiane to Hanoi route. Instead, the schedule shows specific departure times for buses, flights, and combined services. That means availability is better checked by departure time rather than by a regular interval.
How long does the Vientiane to Hanoi bus take compared with the other options?
The bus is the slowest option on the Vientiane to Hanoi route, taking about 20 to 23 hours. It is much longer than the flight, and also longer than the shortest combined services. Travel time varies by service and arrival point.
Which Vientiane to Hanoi route has the longest listed travel time?
The longest listed trip on the Vientiane to Hanoi route is the combined service from Vientiane Railway Station to My Dinh Bus Station, Hanoi, which takes about 22 hours. The bus can also take close to 23 hours on some services.
If I want to book Vientiane to Hanoi tickets, where should I look?
For Vientiane to Hanoi tickets, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It lists the available departures, prices, and stations for the route, including buses, flights, and combined options. That makes it easier to compare the current services in one place.
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