Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Luang Prabang to Vientiane

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Luang Prabang to Vientiane Schedule

Luang Prabang to Vientiane Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
RG Adventure Private Van Any timeLAK 9,085,975
Vieng Chaleune Regional 14pax 07:30 - 15:30LAK 316,179
Laos Railway by RG Adventure Second Class Seat 09:30 - 13:50LAK 601,798
Laos Railway by RG Adventure Second Class Seat 11:41 - 13:50LAK 623,038
Bangkok Air Economy 12:45 - 19:45LAK 7,241,262
Vieng Chaleune Regional 14pax 14:00 - 22:00LAK 316,179
Naluang Second Class 17:00 - 21:20LAK 499,196
Vietnam Airlines Economy 19:10 - 10:50LAK 5,479,110

Transportation from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Cheapest Transport$18
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day34
Distance500 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLao Airlines, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Laos Railway by Soutchai, Naluang, RG Adventure, Vieng Chaleune

Luang Prabang to Vientiane Destination Reviews

DC
So many potholes that it was very bumpy however the driver did a great job of getting us through it safely.
Van Regional 14pax, Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ), Dec 6, 2023
K
There was a driver+ 25 passengers (incl. 4 toddlers) in a van!! Even the local people were not satisfied. There were of course not seat belts for anyone. The driver drove dangerously. The trip took 10hrs. Luckily co-passengers were very nice and friendly.
Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Nov 25, 2023
OR
There were too many Chinese passengers, who were very unfriendly and constantly jostled when boarding.
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Train #C85 First Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Nov 13, 2023
GH
Booked a 14 seater minivan to leave at 7:30 am, was told there was no bus at 7:30 but was leaving at 8:30. Had a flight to catch leaving us worried we would miss it. There was 20 people on a 14 seater minivan so be prepared for cramped conditions in hot weather so wasn’t pleasant. On the positive side it only took 7 hours not the 10 specified so caught the flight on time. Great service from 12go though. Easy service booking the tickets and great communication. Got us from A to B
Van Regional 14pax, Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ), Feb 9, 2023
LH
Would have preferred just to have train tickets organised and make own way to the station rather than take the transfer.
Train Second Class, Naluang (Naluang), Jan 11, 2023
SP
Good service, very happy with the arrangement pick up from hotel semd to station. Train very smooth n fast... All enquiries was responded fast kudos to the team...
Train Second Class, Naluang (Naluang), Dec 30, 2022
AH
Company rejected giving any sort of children discount (for 3 kids) for train tickets, despite that kids under 120cm are free of charge and otherwise are 1/2 price, we were still charged full adult prices when going via the Agency.
Train Second Class, Naluang (Naluang), Dec 25, 2022
DM
The bus left more than an hour late. It arrived late at its destination. The bus was packed, there were more people than seats
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Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Nov 19, 2022
PB
Booked for the 15/1/22 received confirmation and e tickets then got email on the 14/10/22 saying it’s been cancelled as it’s full, but can travel on the 16/10/22 @ 11.30. Arrived only to be told it’s fully booked again but I can get the 18.20 train even tho I had the tickets for both trips that was so say fully booked. So had to pay for another nights hotel in Luang Prabang and also lost a night in Vientiane that I had already payed for.
Train VIP AC, Naluang (Naluang), Oct 17, 2022
FL
This was a very bad experience. We had booked a 1st class seat on the bullet train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane departing 11.30. We we arrived for our transfer to the station it turned out our booking had been cancelled and we were now on the slow train in 2nd class departing 16.16. Vevy bad. We now had to kill time and hang around. 12Go tried to book the tickets too late and we missed out and got shuffed on later train. Not happy!
Train VIP AC, Naluang (Naluang), Oct 4, 2022
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How to get from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

When you want to get from Luang Prabang to Vientiane, 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 Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about CAD 589.69. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as CAD 24.07.

How far is Luang Prabang from Vientiane?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. Your trip will be a total of 311 miles (500 km). The flying distance is 397 miles (638 km).

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

The travel time from Luang Prabang to Vientiane can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 10 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Luang Prabang to Vientiane 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 CAD 24.07 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as CAD 589.69.

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

  • Bus+Van price: CAD 22.52. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 08:40 Vientiane Soutchai Travel until 08:40 Vientiane Soutchai Travel
  • Bus tickets - CAD 23.55 to CAD 23.55;
  • Van price : CAD 24.07 - CAD 28.03;
  • taxi+Van price: CAD 24.77 - CAD 25.89. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 08:30 Luang Prabang Transfer until 16:00 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • taxi+Train price: CAD 31.77 - CAD 63.55. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 09:30 Luang Prabang Transfer until 17:30 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • Train tickets - CAD 40.44 to CAD 55.14;
  • Plane tickets - CAD 93.10 to CAD 93.10;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from CAD 31.40 to CAD 589.69.

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

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

  • 16 by taxi+Train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 09:30 Luang Prabang Transfer until 17:30 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • Vans from Luang Prabang to Vientiane depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 7 trains per day.
  • Flights from Luang Prabang to Vientiane depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Luang Prabang to Vientiane any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. 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 CAD 93.10.

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 Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Lao Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Luang Prabang to Vientiane 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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as CAD 31.40.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. 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 Vientiane.

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 Vientiane

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

  • 29% chosen taxi+Train
  • 27% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 20% opted for a van.
  • 14% chosen taxi+Van
  • 7% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other