Vientiane to Rangsit by bus, train, flight, taxi from LAK 222,312

How to get from Vientiane to Rangsit

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

Flight
Bus
Train
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 flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 92.33. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 9.87.

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

The cost of the trip from Vientiane to Rangsit varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 9.87 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 92.33.

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

Train tickets - USD 9.87 to USD 28.60;
Bus+taxi price: USD 36.89 - USD 38.58. From Vientiane to Rangsit starting from 15:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 16:00 Vientiane Transfer
Bus tickets - USD 45.74 to USD 45.74;
Plane tickets - USD 63.86 to USD 92.33;

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

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

Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 8 trains per day.
Flights from Vientiane to Rangsit depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
2 by Bus+taxi from Vientiane to Rangsit starting from 15:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 16:00 Vientiane Transfer
Buses start plying the route from 16:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Rangsit. 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 63.86.

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 Rangsit

Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย)

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Rangsit 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.

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..

The most popular transport from Vientiane to Rangsit

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

52% chosen Bus+taxi
32% users enjoyed a train ride.
15% users took a plane.
1% Other

Transportation from Vientiane to Rangsit

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Rangsit

Cheapest Transport	$10
Fastest Transport	1h 10m
Earliest Departure	8:05 AM
Latest Departure	6:25 PM
Departures per day	15
Distance	750 kilometers
Transport Companies	Family Service, Soutchai Travel, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Railway

Popular Routes

Vientiane to Rangsit