Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Luang Prabang
Vientiane
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Luang Prabang to Vientiane Destination Reviews

GL
The didn’t pick me up at the hotel. I hurried to get at time at the Luang Prabang South Terminal. The they said tgat my prepaid voucher was not to correct, so I had the buy another ticket for 350.000 Kip to Vientiaine. Bad service, unacceptabel.
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Van Minivan, Book Best Travel and Services, Jan 23, 2026
WF
Customer service was not up to standard
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Train #C91 First Class, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Jan 21, 2026
L
The trip over the mountain is like an adventure...we had a very good driver.
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Jan 20, 2026
HP
Tickets 1.Klasse bestellt und bezahlt. Tickets in 2. Klasse erhalten. Die Differenz von 440'000.- Kip = 17.5€. Rückerstattet wurden 11€. Support 2x per Mail angefragt, warum nicht volle Rückerstattung erfolgte. Bis jetzt 3 Wochen her und keine Antwort erhalten.
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Train First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Jan 14, 2026
PC
I am not sure how this works but even if you select a train and pay for it, you might not be able to get a ticket. In fact, you won't know until the very last minute.
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Jan 13, 2026
ID
We were late leaving which negatively impacted our travel plans
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, flight Economy, Lao Airlines, Jan 3, 2026
RK
Nous avons réservé nos billets en 1ere classe, il y a 2 mois sur votre site internet... La veille de notre trajet, nous n'avions toujours pas nos billets..j'ai trouvé seul les coordonnées de la compagnie locale Family service Vous nous avez envoyé 3 et ois le voucher qui n'a servi à rien, votre service est nul ! Sur mon insistance, j'ai obtenu une photo de nos billets à 9 pm la veille et nous avons dû aller à la gare pour rencontrer le a personne qui nous a donné nos billets...de seconde classe Beaucoup de stress pour ce voyage, cela la coûter 20 € de plus car dans le doute j'ai demandé à une agence locale de me trouver des billets...!!! En résumé, votre service est vraiment en dessous de tout et innacceptable....au final cela m'a coûté près de 100 € pour des billets de seconde classe qui en valent 50 €.je vous demande donc de me rembourser ces 50 € pour préjudice Vos représentants locaux ne sont pas professionnels, quant à vous, vous vous contenter de transmettre les demandes sans vous soucier de vos clients !
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Train First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 31, 2025
MD
Not enough space for luggages, train really crowded with a lot of people standing up in the middle so not a lot of space and comfort. Staff shouting on everyone at each train stop...
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 31, 2025
BB
It was tight security....they took my Swiss army knife ....other a beautiful journey.
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 28, 2025
SV
The communication from 12GO could have been better. There was a last minute schedule change and a change from 1st to 2nd class. 2 class turned out to be fine so not a huge problem. I am supposed to get a refund for this but havent heard anything about thay yet. (But it has only been two days so maybe that takes a little longer)
Luang Prabang to Vientiane, Train First Class, Laos Group Tour, Dec 28, 2025
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Luang Prabang to Vientiane Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
RG Adventure
SUV 4pax
Any time
+7h 30m
$273.52
Van
Laos Luxury Travel
Minivan
06:30
14:30
$17.00
  5.0
Van
Luang Prabang Holiday Travel
Minivan
07:00
15:00
$17.72
Van
Vieng Chaleune
Regional 14pax
07:30
15:30
$15.00
  2.9
Van
Vieng Chaleune
Regional 14pax
08:00
16:00
$15.00
  2.9
Van
Naluang
Regional 14pax
08:30
16:30
$19.31
  3.3
Train
Laos Group Tour
Second Class
09:30
12:30
$25.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
09:50
10:30
$45.63
  5.0
Train
Laos Group Tour
Second Class
10:30
12:30
$22.00
  4.7
Van
Vieng Chaleune
Regional 14pax
11:00
19:00
$15.00
  2.9
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
11:20
12:00
$72.51
  5.0
Train
Laos Group Tour
Second Class
11:50
14:50
$25.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
12:15
10:45
$233.34
Flight
Bangkok Airways
Economy
12:45
15:05
$382.63
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
13:25
14:05
$55.56
Flight
China Eastern Airlines
Economy
13:45
11:30
$244.88
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
14:35
07:35
$190.14
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
14:58
16:44
$26.97
  4.3
Flight
Vietnam Airlines
Economy
15:20
10:45
$256.65
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
16:05
14:15
$184.25

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 Flight 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 USD 542.49. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 18.26.

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 397 miles (638 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 25 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 Laos China Railways (Guangdong Piaoduoduo): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 18.26 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 USD 542.49.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 18.26 to USD 51.25;
  • Van price : USD 24.92 - USD 25.03;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 26.24 - USD 47.49. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 09:12 Luang Prabang Transfer until 18:08 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 37.03 to USD 37.03;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 48.44. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 10:30 Nong Khiaw Bus Terminal until 10:30 Nong Khiaw Bus Terminal
  • Plane tickets - USD 61.31 to USD 422.79;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 70.65. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 09:00 Luang Prabang Transfer until 09:00 Luang Prabang Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 27.70 to USD 542.49.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 28 trains per day.
  • 14 by taxi+Train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane starting from 09:12 Luang Prabang Transfer until 18:08 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • 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 USD 61.31.

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, Lao Airlines, 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 USD 27.70.

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:

  • 27% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 26% chosen taxi+Train
  • 17% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 17% chosen taxi+Van
  • 10% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang to Vientiane

Cheapest Transport$19
Fastest Transport45m
Earliest Departure7:00 오전
Latest Departure7:22 오후
Departures per day45
Distance638 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBook Best Travel and Services, Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines, Laos China Railways, Laos Group Tour, Laos Luxury Travel, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, RG Adventure