Vientiane to Pakse

Vientiane to Pakse

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Vientiane to Pakse Destination Reviews

DM
Shared bed for a high price - power socket not working
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Family Service (Family Service), Jan 20, 2026
JV
Pretty nice on the way to Pakse. Nothing to complain about. Clean and fast. On the way back it was freezing the aircon was so cold all of us were shivering, and we got stopped while police searched bus
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Minivan + Sleeper Bus, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Jan 18, 2026
S
Everything was organised very well and we arrived earlier than expected. The voucher included all relevant Information, also the picture of the counter (to get the final ticket) was super helpful. Bus was prepared with blankets, pillows, water. Shoes have to be stored in a plastic bag (provided by the operator). Mattress was okay, but space is limited for 2 persons (about 1m x 1,8m). Toilet on board was okay. Nevertheless travelling with nightbus can feel very scary on the way (high speed, braking processes, honks). I really prefer using the night train, if available.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Jan 17, 2026
AC
Slept all the way, very convenient.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Family Service (Family Service), Dec 22, 2025
JW
I traveled from Vientiane to Pause on an overnight bus. You have to sleep next someone else (as normally here). We arrived two hours earlier than planned.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Family Service (Family Service), Dec 18, 2025
PN
i was prepared for the worst because of other reviews from people traveling by sleeper bus from vientiane to pakse, but i was so surprised! the bus, bed, toilet and sheets were clean and overall nice. There was AC, charging and two water bottles. The driver was excellent! no quick breaks and we even got there 2 hours earlier than planned. if youre considering a sleeper bus, definitely pick this one
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Family Service (Family Service), Dec 9, 2025
SS
Actually, after traveling in Vietnam first, now Laos, we were shocked how high quality of service it was. We were going from Vientiane to Pakse and it was great. Check in at bus station without any problems. Sleeping bus was great, Planty of space for a couple. Blankets, pillows. WC at the board. Bus came to the point even earlier than expected. Keep this quality guys!
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Dec 9, 2025
DB
The bus and the comfort were ok. The sleeping cabin was interesting. For two people sitting next to each other with hand luggage, it is quite small and not really comfortable. However, as an experience, it was fine. smile The road was really terrible, which of course is not the bus company's fault. But it is part of the experience and did not allow us to get much sleep! Overall, it was a mixed experience. But this is more a personal feeling of the journey than a criticism of the provider! The bus, driver, service and punctuality were ok.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Family Service (Family Service), Nov 14, 2025
TF
The bus is way worse than what you see in the pictures. It’s the oldest and shabbiest bus at the whole station (around 20 buses), one usb in the bed did not work and the other did not charge so it was absolutely unusable. The toilet was all wet as there was a huge water tank spilling water everywhere but not that smelly. The temperature in the bus was perfect but AC didn't work for some time during morning so it was pretty hot but they solved the problem in few hours. We were the only tourists on the whole bus, the rest were locals. The bed was too short - 150 cm so even us 165cm tall couldn't sleep well! It looked quite clean (blankets, sheets and good pillows). Small water bottle was provided. Locals made noise from 5 am (loud calls, talking). We got to the station 1.5h ahead of departure to exchange the voucher and the were almost the last ones to check-in so we couldn't choose our bed and got the second floor in the back (guess locals don’t buy online and have their tickets with seats straight away). I didn't believe that we would not sleep at all (I am hard sleeper and can sleep everywhere) but my back hurt so much that I actually didn't sleep more than a few hours. I guess this is simply a transport for locals and have no clue how we ended up there 😆
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Nov 12, 2025
KD
We paid about 1,000,000 kip for two people (if we had gone directly to the Southern Bus Station, it would have only cost 600,000 kip). We left in an old bus where the air conditioning didn’t work, and after a short time, it started to smell like exhaust fumes — it became hard to breathe. The trip was supposed to be from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m., but around 10 p.m. to midnight, we were stuck on the side of the road while the staff tried to repair the bus — without success. Then we continued until 2 a.m., when we stopped again for another two hours. Eventually, a new bus arrived (not a sleeper, just a regular one), which took us another two hours until we had to change buses again around 6:30 a.m. The third bus was another old sleeper bus, already used before — trash everywhere, dirty blankets, everything filthy. We finally arrived in Pakse at 1 p.m., five hours late. They clearly knew the bus was broken before departure and shouldn’t have started the trip in the first place.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Nov 6, 2025
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Vientiane to Pakse Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
RG Adventure
Van 9pax
Any time
+11h
€329.46
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
07:30
08:45
€74.37
  4.7
Bus
MMB Travel
Sleeper Bus
08:00
20:00
€25.57
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
08:30
14:00
€103.24
  5.0
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
10:30
11:30
€73.51
  4.7
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
11:05
10:15
€176.01
  5.0
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
11:25
12:25
€74.94
  4.7
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
11:55
12:55
€74.37
  4.7
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
14:00
15:00
€80.41
  4.7
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
16:00
17:00
€84.03
  4.7
Bus
Chanthachone Transportation
Sleeping Bus
17:00
06:00
€18.67
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
17:30
18:30
€74.12
  4.7
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Sleeper
18:00
06:00
€11.09
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
18:20
19:20
€85.85
  4.7
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
18:45
13:35
€260.00
  4.0
Flight
VietJet Air
Economy
19:20
13:35
€369.00
Bus
Chit Prasong
Sleeper
20:00
09:00
€13.80
  4.0
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
21:10
22:10
€80.11
  4.7

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:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • 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+taxi 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 EUR 777.41. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+van as a bus+van ticket costs as low as EUR 16.19.

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 451 miles (725 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 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 1 to 15 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+van expect to pay as low as EUR 16.19 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 EUR 777.41.

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

  • Bus+Van price: EUR 16.19 - EUR 24.71. From Vientiane to Pakse starting from 17:00 Vientiane Transfer until 19:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Van price : EUR 17.06 - EUR 21.32;
  • Bus tickets - EUR 17.25 to EUR 28.00;
  • Bus+taxi price: EUR 20.43. From Vientiane to Pakse starting from 18:00 Vientiane Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Plane tickets - EUR 71.80 to EUR 103.80;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 414.02 to EUR 777.41.

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

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

  • Flights from Vientiane to Pakse depart during the day - there are approximately 8 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 18:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 8 available bus trips every day.
  • 6 by Bus+Van from Vientiane to Pakse starting from 17:00 Vientiane Transfer until 19:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Vientiane to Pakse 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 Vientiane to Pakse. 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 EUR 71.80.

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 Vientiane to Pakse

Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines

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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Vientiane to Pakse. 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 EUR 414.02.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling 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 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 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:

  • 82% decided to go for a bus.
  • 12% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% users took a plane.
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Vientiane to Pakse

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Pakse

Cheapest Transport€17
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:05 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day25
Distance725 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChanthachone Transportation, Chit Prasong, Family Service, Green Paradise, KP 79 Transportation, Kriangkai Transport, Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines, Laos Easy Go Travel, MMB Travel, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport Laos, Soutchai Travel