Vientiane to Oudomxay

Vientiane to Oudomxay

Vientiane
Oudomxay
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Vientiane to Oudomxay Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Train
Laos Railway by Family Service
Second Class Seat
06:00
10:41
$33.64
Train
Laos Railway by Family Service
Second Class Seat
06:30
10:41
$33.64
Train
Laos Railway by Family Service
Second Class Seat
07:00
12:39
$22.93
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
08:00
10:41
$30.93
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Hard Seat
08:25
12:23
$21.18
Flight
Lao Skyway
Economy
09:20
10:10
$37.82
Train
Laos Railway by Family Service
Second Class Seat
11:30
16:03
$30.58
Train
Laos Railway by Family Service
Second Class Seat
12:00
16:33
$30.58
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
13:00
16:07
$26.67
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
13:30
16:41
$26.67

How to get from Vientiane to Oudomxay

When you want to get from Vientiane to Oudomxay, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 61.46. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train+van as a train+van ticket costs as low as USD 39.77.

How far is Vientiane from Oudomxay?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vientiane to Oudomxay. Your trip will be a total of 176 miles (283 km). The flying distance is 441 miles (709 km).

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Oudomxay?

The travel time from Vientiane to Oudomxay can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Oudomxay?

The cost of the trip from Vientiane to Oudomxay varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Laos Railway by Family Service: travelling by train+van expect to pay as low as USD 39.77 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train+Van - a one-way Train+Van ticket can cost as much as USD 61.46.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Vientiane to Oudomxay:

  • taxi+Train price: USD 27.10 - USD 61.43. From Vientiane to Oudomxay starting from 06:00 Vientiane Transfer until 12:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Train tickets - USD 30.53 to USD 58.05;
  • Plane tickets - USD 33.43 to USD 42.34;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 39.15. From Vientiane to Oudomxay starting from 08:00 Vientiane Railway Station until 08:00 Vientiane Railway Station
  • Train+Van price: USD 39.77 - USD 61.46. From Vientiane to Oudomxay starting from 06:30 Vientiane Transfer until 06:30 Vientiane Transfer

How many trips per day are there between Vientiane and Oudomxay?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • 2 by Train+Van from Vientiane to Oudomxay starting from 06:30 Vientiane Transfer until 06:30 Vientiane Transfer

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Oudomxay. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 33.43.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Vientiane to Oudomxay

Lao Skyway, Lao Skyway

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Vientiane to Oudomxay

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Vientiane to Oudomxay? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 82% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 10% chosen taxi+Train
  • 4% users took a plane.
  • 3% chosen Bus+Train
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Vientiane to Oudomxay

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Oudomxay

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure12:00 PM
Departures per day2
Distance283 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLao Skyway, Lao Skyway, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by RG Adventure