Vientiane to Savannakhet

Vientiane to Savannakhet

Vientiane
Savannakhet
Mon, Feb 10
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Vientiane to Savannakhet Schedule

Vientiane to Savannakhet Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lao Airlines Economy #QV22307:10 - 08:10LAK 2,455,027
Lao Airlines Economy #QV20108:30 - 09:40LAK 2,330,905
Lao Skyway Economy #LK24411:00 - 12:10LAK 1,083,730
Lao Airlines Economy #QV20514:40 - 15:40LAK 1,707,382
Lao Skyway Economy #LK24617:00 - 18:10LAK 1,072,144
Soutchai Travel Sleeper 18:00 - 06:00LAK 458,463
Chit Prasong Sleeper 20:00 - 10:00LAK 362,500

Transportation from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Cheapest Transport$17
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance700 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChit Prasong, Family Service, KP 79 Transportation, Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport Laos, Soutchai Travel

Vientiane to Savannakhet Destination Reviews

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A very pleasant and easy journey. Had to swap 30 minutes outside Savannakhet to a minivan which was safe and easy. The beds are for 6ft tall or less, but comfortable
Vientiane to Savannakhet, Bus Sleeper, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Apr 3, 2023
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How to get from Vientiane to Savannakhet

When you want to get from Vientiane to Savannakhet, 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 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 78.26. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 16.67.

How far is Vientiane from Savannakhet?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vientiane to Savannakhet. Your trip will be a total of 436 miles (700 km). The flying distance is 529 miles (851 km).

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

The travel time from Vientiane to Savannakhet can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 14 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Vientiane to Savannakhet varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 16.67 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 78.26.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 16.67 to USD 29.64;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 18.52 - USD 24.08. From Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 08:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer
  • Bus+Van price: USD 22.58. From Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane until 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane
  • Plane tickets - USD 60.16 to USD 78.26;

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 18:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 4 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Vientiane to Savannakhet depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
  • 2 by Bus+taxi from Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 08:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane until 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Savannakhet. 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 60.16.

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 Savannakhet

Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Savannakhet 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.
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The most popular transport from Vientiane to Savannakhet

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

  • 81% decided to go for a bus.
  • 17% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 1% Other