Vientiane to Pakse by bus, van from LAK 203,780
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From Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Pakse by Buses

Kriangkai Transport
Instant Refundable Recommended
20:30
Vientiane Southern Bus Station
11h 30m bus ride in Sleeper
4.1
08:00
+1
Pakse
2+
Route Details
LAK 0

From Vientiane any hotel to Pakse by Vans

PTS Transit Service
Instant Refundable Recommended Fastest
17:30
Vientiane any hotel
11h van ride in Regional 14pax
04:30
+1
Pakse
3+
Route Details
LAK 0

From Vientiane Soutchai Travel to Pakse by Buses

Soutchai Travel
Instant Refundable Recommended
18:30
Vientiane Soutchai Travel
12h bus ride in Express Sleeper
4
06:30
+1
Pakse Soutchai Travel
2+
Soutchai Travel Bus Express Sleeper outside photo
Route Details
LAK 0

Transport types between Vientiane and Pakse

  • Buses
    LAK 203,780
  • Trains are not avaliable
  • Ferries are not avaliable
  • Flights are not avaliable
  • Taxis are not avaliable

Vientiane to Pakse Schedule

Vientiane to Pakse Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
PTS Transit Service Regional 14pax 17:30 - 04:30LAK 319,687
Soutchai Travel Express Sleeper 18:30 - 06:30LAK 203,803
Kriangkai Transport Sleeper 20:30 - 08:00LAK 234,633

Vientiane to Pakse destination reviews

3.5
29 customer reviews
5
21%
4
38%
3
21%
2
10%
1
10%
LG
4
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport, Jul 12, 2019
Really nice bus, nice not having to stop for the toilet as the bus had one. Smooth journey. However we had tickets for a bed and someone was in it. They swapped our ticket for a bed half the size which was not okay for two people. Only solved because a young girl swapped beds with us.
PA
5
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport, Feb 26, 2019
Beds a little short for Europeans as expected, but it works with two (slim) adults; fast trip with a few stops but nevertheless astonishing calm journey; arrived before estimated time in Pakse
EV
4
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport, Feb 14, 2019
The sleeperbus was very comfortable! If your are a solo traveler like me, maybe you should think about buying to beds instead of one, cause sleeping close to an unknown person can make the trip uncomfortable. Even though the sleeper is comfortable, the beds are quite tight and very close to eachother. The only thing that was a hassle was to find out where to change the voucher into a ticket, since the company never picks up the phone! In the end in Vientiane it was easy, since they have their own ticket office at the bus station. But when you don’t know this, you can get a little stressed ;)
KH
5
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport, Feb 4, 2019
Trip to Paske overnight was great. Left on time and arrived 2hrs early! Beds had comfy pillow, sheet and duvet. Water and biscuits provided. If you're tall, like me, you won't be able to stretch out.
LF
4
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport, Jan 4, 2019
The bus was above expectations - bed style accommodation with pillows and doonas/duvets included + a bottle of water and bread roll. Left on time and arrived early. There were a few stops (6) to drop off people where they turn on the lights (so had to cover my 3 year olds eyes) and there was a little bit of noise from other passengers - so blondfold / ear plug could come in handy. Was hard to confirm the trip the day of departure as bud company not answering phone and trip was listed as ‘no services’ on website - so got to bus station way too early (8 hrs) and there is not much there. Otherwise good trip - caution bumpy roads! So maybe not for light sleepers
FL
3
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport, Dec 6, 2018
They did not provide wifi password. Bed was at the back and was quite noisy because of the aircon. Toilet was very dirty and wet. However, the linen was clean and journey was fast. Reached before 7am.
AK
4
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport, Sep 23, 2019
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How to get from Vientiane to Pakse

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

  • 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 Bus ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about LAK 319,994. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as LAK 203,780.

How far is Vientiane from Pakse?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vientiane to Pakse. Your trip will be a total of 373 miles (600 km). The flying distance is 296 miles (475 km).

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Pakse?

The travel time from Vientiane to Pakse can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 11 to 12 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Pakse?

The cost of the trip from Vientiane to Pakse varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as LAK 203,780 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a van - a one-way van ticket can cost as much as LAK 319,994.

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

  • Bus tickets - LAK 203,780 to LAK 234,858;
  • Van price : LAK 319,994 - LAK 319,994;

How many trips per day are there between Vientiane and Pakse?

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 18:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:30. There are 2 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Vientiane to Pakse depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Pakse 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 travelling from Vientiane to Pakse. 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 Vientiane to Pakse.

Things to remember: while travelling 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 Vientiane to Pakse

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

  • 989 decided to go for a bus.
  • 11 opted for a van.