Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng
| Cheapest Transport | €19 |
| Fastest Transport | 10h |
| Earliest Departure | 7:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 7:00 AM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 500 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | LaoLuang Travel |
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng
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Luang Prabang to Pak Beng Destination Reviews
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Linards Bus was 2 h late
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Van Minivan, Luang Prabang Holiday Travel, Feb 23, 2026
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Pascal We decide to take car and loose our 40$ to go at Luang Prabang bécasse the boat was too full and we considere it’s too dangerous
200 person it’s too much
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Ferry Standard Class, Luang Prabang Holiday Travel, Feb 17, 2026
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Christina A cheap way to get to the waterfall in an air-conditioned small bus - BUT they pack you in. Some of us were sitting on plastic stools and others had to stand for the one-hour journey, so arrive early if you want a proper seat!
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Bus Minibus, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Feb 15, 2026
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Mathilde RWe don't left in time but we arrived on time , not crowded...
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Ferry Standard Class, Luang Prabang Holiday Travel, Feb 15, 2026
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Julie SGood drive, on time, one pause between Nong Khiaw and Luang Prabang. Definitly better than the public minibus.
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Feb 3, 2026
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Dominic DOver 3 hours late. Not the minivan in the photo, no air conditioning, and so much dust when we boarded that our clothes and bags were dirty before we even started our trip. Seriously, that heap of junk was a real hazard. The other minibuses had the comfort I'd hoped for. The driver even stopped in a town to pick up a friend. Of all our experiences with the 12GO platform, this is the worst!!! Truly very disappointing...
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Van Minivan, Laos Group Tour, Feb 2, 2026
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Kevin Poor organisation
Bus planned at 8am but the company contacted me the day before to give me the meeting point which was wrong and ended in missing my shuttle. On the way back, no clear sign and no clear indication by the company via WhatsApp that just said “please ask the staff”. I tried to call and had no answer resulting in stress for everyone.
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Bus Minibus, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Jan 14, 2026
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Callista TWay cheaper if you just go to the bus station in real life!
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Bus Minibus, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Jan 1, 2026
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Asier LIt arrived more than an hour late, and I lost the next transport. There wasn't any issue in the road, the driver made too nany stops, they had to update the arrival time
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Dec 22, 2025
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Laima AIt did not leave on time. It left at 11.30am instead of 11am and it took longer than 4 hours
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Nov 25, 2025
Luang Prabang to Pak Beng Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Van | LaoLuang Travel | Shuttle + Boat | 07:00 | 17:00 | €15.65 | |
Van | LaoLuang Travel | Shuttle + Private Boat VIP | 07:00 | 16:00 | €183.44 |
How to get from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng
When you want to get from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:
- Ferry
- Van
If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Ferry+van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Ferry+van ticket.
The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Ferry+Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 18.70. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a ferry+van as a ferry+van ticket costs as low as EUR 18.70.
How far is Luang Prabang from Pak Beng?
If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng. Your trip will be a total of 311 miles (500 km). The flying distance is 311 miles (500 km).
How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng?
The travel time from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 10 to 10 hours.
How much does it cost to get from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng?
The cost of the trip from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is LaoLuang Travel (ບໍລິສັດທ່ອງທ່ຽວລາວຫຼວງ): travelling by ferry+van expect to pay as low as EUR 18.70 for your ticket.
However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry+Van - a one-way Ferry+Van ticket can cost as much as EUR 18.70.
Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng:
- Ferry+Van price: EUR 18.70. From Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang starting from 07:00 Luang Prabang until 07:00 Luang Prabang
How many trips per day are there between Luang Prabang and Pak Beng?
Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.
- 1 by Ferry+Van from Luang Prabang to Luang Prabang starting from 07:00 Luang Prabang until 07:00 Luang Prabang
The most popular transport from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng
How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng? 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:
- 100% chosen Ferry+Van
Transportation from Luang Prabang to Pak Beng
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Ferries€ 18.70
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Vans€ 18.70
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