Vientiane to Udon Thani
This page lists schedules and prices for the main transport options available between Vientiane and Udon Thani, including combined, charter, bus or train.
Travel options for Vientiane to Udon Thani
Travel from Vientiane to Udon Thani with a bus for 160462 LAK to save, or reach Udon Thani faster by charter in 1h y 20 minutes.
Bus from Vientiane to Udon Thani
Traveling from Vientiane to Udon Thani by bus, with departures from Khua Din Bus Station, Vientiane or TBS Bus Station, Vientiane, allows you to choose a schedule that fits your plans. The journey takes around 2 hours, arriving at Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1 or Udon Thani Bus Station 2, with fares starting from 160,462 LAK. Compare schedules and make sure to book your tickets in advance for a comfortable and reliable trip.
Prices: 160,462 LAK
Duration: 2h – 3h ⏱
Combined from Vientiane to Udon Thani
Combined services connect Vientiane and Udon Thani, departing from VTE Vientiane Airport or Vientiane Transfer and arriving at UTH Udon Thani Airport, Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1 or Udon Thani 1. Expect a journey of about 3 hours 45 minutes, with tickets priced at 195,322 LAK. Check available options and secure your seat reserve now.
Prices: 195,322 LAK
Duration: 3h 45m – 8h 5m ⏱
Train from Vientiane to Udon Thani
Catch a train at Khamsavath Railway station, Vientiane for a scenic trip connecting Vientiane with Udon Thani. Expect the journey to take approximately 2 hours 32 minutes, with fares from 678,033 LAK and arrive at Udon Thani. Make sure to get your ticket early.
Prices: 678,033 LAK
Duration: 2h 32m ⏱
Charter from Vientiane to Udon Thani
From the bustling streets of Vientiane to the heart of Udon Thani, a private transfer ensures you travel comfortably and on your own schedule. Expect the trip to last around 1 hour 20 minutes with fares beginning at 2,611,110 LAK. Book your ride here and enjoy the freedom of a direct, hassle-free journey.
Prices: 2,611,110 LAK
Duration: 1h 20m – 3h 30m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Udon Thani
- Board the bus at Khua Din Bus Station, Vientiane bound for Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1. The trip takes roughly 3h. Departures run from 07:30 until 16:30, and fares begin at 226,519 LAK.
- Board the bus at TBS Bus Station, Vientiane bound for Udon Thani Bus Station 2. The trip takes roughly 2h. Departures run from 08:00 until 17:00, and fares begin at 160,462 LAK.
Cheapest & Fastest Bus Vientiane to Udon Thani
160462 LAK, from TBS Bus Station, Vientiane to Udon Thani Bus Station 2, departure at some times, duration 2hBus Timetable: Khua Din Bus Station, Vientiane → Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1
- 07:30 10:30 3h 226519 LAK
- 09:30 12:30 3h 226519 LAK
- 11:30 14:30 3h 226519 LAK
- 13:30 16:30 3h 226519 LAK
- 14:30 17:30 3h 226519 LAK
- 16:30 19:30 3h 226519 LAK
Bus Timetable: TBS Bus Station, Vientiane → Udon Thani Bus Station 2
- 08:00 10:00 2h 160462 LAK
- 10:00 12:00 2h 160462 LAK
- 12:00 14:00 2h 160462 LAK
- 14:00 16:00 2h 160462 LAK
- 15:00 17:00 2h 160462 LAK
- 17:00 19:00 2h 160462 LAK
Combined Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Udon Thani
- Start a journey across different vehicles from VTE Vientiane Airport and reach UTH Udon Thani Airport in approximately 5h to 8h 5m. Services operate from 08:05 until 13:50 with fares beginning at 4,222,576 to 5,064,511 LAK.
- Embark on a combined vehicle transfer from Vientiane Transfer and reach Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1 in roughly 4h. Departures run from 06:00 until 15:00, and tickets begin at 230,514 LAK.
- From Vientiane Transfer, set off on a multi-leg journey toward Udon Thani 1, spending around 3h 45m traveling. Services operate from 07:15 until 16:15 with fares starting at 195,322 LAK.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Vientiane to Udon Thani
195322 LAK, from Vientiane Transfer to Udon Thani 1, departure at some times, duration 3h 45mCombined Timetable: Vientiane Transfer → Udon Thani 1
- 07:15 11:00 3h 45m 195322 LAK
- 09:15 13:00 3h 45m 195322 LAK
- 11:15 15:00 3h 45m 195322 LAK
- 13:15 17:00 3h 45m 195322 LAK
- 14:15 18:00 3h 45m 195322 LAK
- 16:15 20:00 3h 45m 195322 LAK
Combined Timetable: Vientiane Transfer → Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1
- 06:00 10:00 4h 230514 LAK
- 08:00 12:00 4h 230514 LAK
- 10:00 14:00 4h 230514 LAK
- 12:00 16:00 4h 230514 LAK
- 13:00 17:00 4h 230514 LAK
- 15:00 19:00 4h 230514 LAK
Combined Timetable: VTE Vientiane Airport → UTH Udon Thani Airport
- 08:05 16:10 8h 5m 4222576 LAK
- 13:50 18:50 5h 5064511 LAK
Train Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Udon Thani
Begin at Khamsavath Railway station, Vientiane, which serves as the single departure point for the train connection between Vientiane and Udon Thani. Trains operate at 18:25, and the journey usually takes around 2h 32m. Train ticket prices start from 678,033 LAK, with arrival at Udon Thani at the end of the route. Refer to the train timetable for Vientiane to Udon Thani to see which services run during the day and choose the option that best fits your plans.
Cheapest & Fastest Train Vientiane to Udon Thani
678033 LAK, from Khamsavath Railway station, Vientiane to Udon Thani, departure at 18:25, duration 2h 32mTrain Timetable: Khamsavath Railway station, Vientiane → Udon Thani
- 18:25 20:57 2h 32m 678033 LAK
Charter Routes & Schedules from Vientiane to Udon Thani
- From Thanaleng Border Laos side, enjoy a luxury taxi transfer to Udon Thani Transfer, taking roughly 1h 20m. Options to depart throughout the day are available with fares starting at 2,628,038 LAK.
- Board an exclusive on-demand car at Vientiane Transfer, covering the distance to Udon Thani Transfer in roughly 3h 30m. With several departures operating daily, tickets cost from 7,283,912 LAK.
- Hop into an on-demand private car at Vientiane Railway Station for a ride to Udon Thani Transfer, lasting around 2h. Several departures operate daily, and ticket prices begin at 2,611,110 LAK.
Cheapest Charter Vientiane to Udon Thani
2611110 LAK, from Vientiane Railway Station to Udon Thani Transfer, departure at --:--, duration 2hFastest Charter Vientiane to Udon Thani
2628038 LAK, from Thanaleng Border Laos side to Udon Thani Transfer, departure at --:--, duration 1h 20mCharter Timetable: Thanaleng Border Laos side → Udon Thani Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 1h 20m 2628038 LAK
Charter Timetable: Vientiane Railway Station → Udon Thani Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 2h 2611110 LAK
Charter Timetable: Vientiane Transfer → Udon Thani Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 30m 7283912 LAK
Frequently Asked Questions Vientiane to Udon Thani
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vientiane to Udon Thani.
How long does the Vientiane to Udon Thani route usually take?
The trip from Vientiane to Udon Thani takes about 2 hours to 8 hours 5 minutes, depending on the service and the exact departure and arrival points. Border transfer options are much quicker than airport-to-airport trips.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Vientiane to Udon Thani?
The cheapest option on the Vientiane to Udon Thani route is the bus, with fares starting at 160462 LAK. Bus tickets are also much lower than train or charter prices on this route.
Which option is the fastest for Vientiane to Udon Thani?
The fastest listed option is charter, with the quickest trip taking about 1 hour 20 minutes from Thanaleng Border Laos side to Udon Thani Transfer. Among regular services, the train takes about 2 hours 32 minutes.
How much does it cost to go from Vientiane to Udon Thani overall?
Prices for Vientiane to Udon Thani range from 160462 LAK on the bus to 7283912 LAK for charter. Train travel is fixed at 678033 LAK, while combined services run from 195322 LAK to 5064511 LAK.
Where do buses leave and arrive on the Vientiane to Udon Thani route?
Buses depart from Khua Din Bus Station or TBS Bus Station in Vientiane. They arrive at Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1 or Udon Thani Bus Station 2, depending on the service.
What are the train stations for Vientiane to Udon Thani?
The train on the Vientiane to Udon Thani route departs from Khamsavath Railway station in Vientiane and arrives at Udon Thani. It is a single listed rail service with one departure time.
Are there airport-based options for Vientiane to Udon Thani?
Yes, combined services include VTE Vientiane Airport and UTH Udon Thani Airport. That airport-to-airport pairing takes about 5 hours to 8 hours 5 minutes, which is longer than the faster land connections.
How often do services run from Vientiane to Udon Thani?
The route has 14 combined trips and 12 bus trips listed, plus one train service and 3 charter services. Exact frequency is not shown, but departures are spread across the day rather than running continuously.
What are the first and last departures from Vientiane to Udon Thani?
For combined services, the first departure is at 06:00 and the last is at 16:15. Buses run from 07:30 to 17:00, while the train has a single departure at 18:25.
How long does the bus from Vientiane to Udon Thani take?
Bus travel takes about 2 to 3 hours on the Vientiane to Udon Thani route. The exact time depends on whether the bus goes from Khua Din Bus Station to Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1 or from TBS Bus Station to Bus Station 2.
How long is the train journey from Vientiane to Udon Thani, and what does it cost?
The train takes about 2 hours 32 minutes and costs 678033 LAK. It departs from Khamsavath Railway station in Vientiane and arrives at Udon Thani, with only one scheduled departure at 18:25.
If I want to book Vientiane to Udon Thani tickets, where should I look?
For Vientiane to Udon Thani reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It lists the available services, including bus, train, combined transfers, and charter options, with the route details in one place.
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