Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

Vang Vieng
Luang Prabang
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Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Destination Reviews

RP
Trains are clean and on time
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #K12 Hard Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Mar 24, 2025
RV
Easy ride. It was quick going through security (we just had to take out the Lao wines we purchased so that security can verify there were no snakes/exotic animals in the wine). It was overkill coming 90 minutes in advance but maybe it’s because the day we travelled wasn’t a popular travel day. Space is limited for large suitcases so try to get into the train early. Overall, the train was quick, comfy, and efficient.
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #D888 Second Class Reserved Seats, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Dec 19, 2024
VC
Tuk tuk picked me up and got me to the train station in plenty of time. They replied to messages very quickly and were helpful.
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #C92 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 9, 2024
LM
Very easy and comfortable. Although, noticed it is half price if you actually just book directly rather than through 12go
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train Second Class, Laos Fast Train, Nov 26, 2024
DR
Comfy first class seats, very fast train. They do throw away all of your aerosols though.
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #C82 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Nov 3, 2024
KM
Process to get to station and get ticket was not clear and required clarification from multiple people and a mini scam.
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #D888 Second Class Reserved Seats, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Oct 29, 2024
RC
they stole our vapes
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #C82 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), May 15, 2024
GA
The train is modern, fast & clean.
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #D888 Second Class Reserved Seats, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Mar 1, 2024
DB
Tickets from the station are $7. 12go charge $17. I'd recommend going yourself to save the difference. The actual train itself is nice and left on time, no complaints there.
Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang, Train #C82 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Aug 31, 2023
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Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
RG Adventure
SUV 4pax
Any time
+4h
$148.13
Van
Exploring Laos
Private Minivan 13pax
06:00
11:30
$173.00
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Truck Taxi + Second Class + Truck Taxi
07:30
10:00
$17.31
  4.5
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
08:00
09:45
$16.53
  4.4
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
08:16
09:06
$12.85
  4.5
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
08:55
09:45
$15.90
  4.5
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Truck Taxi + Hard Seat Class + Truck Taxi
09:20
12:00
$16.26
  4.0
Van
Laos Luxury Travel
Minivan
09:45
15:45
$15.00
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Hard Seat
10:06
11:22
$11.80
  5.0
Train
Laos Railway by Naluang
Second Class Reserved Seats
10:45
11:49
$14.72
  4.6
Train
Laos Railway by Family Service
Second Class Seat
13:00
15:30
$13.89
  5.0
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
13:40
15:30
$13.90
  4.4
Train
Laos Railway by Naluang
Second Class Reserved Seats
14:27
15:30
$14.72
  4.6
Train
Laos Railway by Family Service
Second Class Seat
16:00
18:06
$13.89
  5.0
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
16:30
18:06
$13.90
  4.4
Train
Laos Railway by Naluang
Second Class Reserved Seats
17:12
18:20
$14.72
  4.6
Van
Exploring Laos
Private Minivan 13pax
19:00
00:30
$173.00

Transportation from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

Facts about the transport from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

Cheapest Transport$14
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure5:22 PM
Departures per day65
Distance42 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFamily Service, Laos Group Tour, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, RG Adventure

How to get from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

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

  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+van 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 351.69. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 16.34.

How far is Vang Vieng from Luang Prabang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang. Your trip will be a total of 27 miles (42 km). The flying distance is 27 miles (42 km).

How long does it take to get from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang?

The travel time from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang 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 Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang?

The cost of the trip from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Laos Group Tour: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 16.34 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 351.69.

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

  • Bus+Van price: USD 13.73 - USD 14.54. From Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 08:30 Luang Prabang Northern Station until 15:00 Luang Prabang Southern Station
  • Train tickets - USD 16.34 to USD 27.65;
  • Train+Van price: USD 17.17 - USD 22.87. From Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 09:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 16:00 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • taxi+Train price: USD 18.41 - USD 33.13. From Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 08:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 16:40 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • Van price : USD 21.37;
  • taxi+Van price: USD 33.91. From Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 09:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 09:00 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 199.98 - USD 210.79. From Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 00:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 00:00 Vang Vieng Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 226.90 to USD 351.69.

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 27 trains per day.
  • 26 by taxi+Train from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 08:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 16:40 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • 7 by Train+Van from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 09:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 16:00 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • 2 by Bus+taxi from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 00:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 00:00 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • Vans from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang 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 Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang. 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 226.90.

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 Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang. 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 Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang.

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 Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang

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

  • 51% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 21% chosen taxi+Train
  • 20% chosen taxi+Van
  • 4% chosen Train+Van
  • 1% Other