Luang Prabang to Phonsavan

Luang Prabang to Phonsavan

Luang Prabang
Phonsavan
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Luang Prabang to Phonsavan Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Luang Prabang Travel
Tuk Tuk + Van
06:30
16:30
€12.98
Van
Luang Prabang Holiday Travel
Minivan
07:30
15:30
€13.37
Van
Luang Prabang Holiday Travel
Minivan
08:00
16:00
€13.37
Van
Laos Group Tour
Minivan
08:00
17:00
€13.85
Van
Aqua De Bamboo
Shuttle Minivan
08:00
15:00
€15.23
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
09:55
09:35
€67.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
12:30
14:25
€90.50
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
16:40
14:25
€91.00
Bus
Laos Group Tour
Sleeper
17:30
02:00
€15.58

Transportation from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan

Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan

Cheapest Transport€14
Fastest Transport7h
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure5:30 PM
Departures per day5
Distance350 kilometers
Transport CompaniesHahn Air Systems, Laos Group Tour, Luang Prabang Holiday Travel, Naluang, Vieng Chaleune

How to get from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van

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

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 19.69. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as EUR 13.13.

How far is Luang Prabang from Phonsavan?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan. Your trip will be a total of 218 miles (350 km). The flying distance is 218 miles (350 km).

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan?

The travel time from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 7 to 27 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan?

The cost of the trip from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ): travelling by van expect to pay as low as EUR 13.13 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as EUR 19.69.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan:

  • Van price : EUR 13.13 - EUR 17.51;
  • Bus tickets - EUR 19.69 to EUR 19.69;
  • flight price: EUR 261.69. From Luang Prabang to Phonsavan starting from 13:40 Luang Prabang Airport until 13:40 Luang Prabang Airport

How many trips per day are there between Luang Prabang and Phonsavan?

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

  • Vans from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 17:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Luang Prabang to Phonsavan? 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:

  • 99% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other