Vientiane to Savannakhet

Vientiane to Savannakhet

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Vientiane to Savannakhet Schedule

Vientiane to Savannakhet Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lao Airlines Economy #QV22307:50 - 09:00LAK 2,088,785
Family Service Taxi + Local bus 08:00 - 17:00LAK 360,200
Lao Airlines Economy #QV22515:00 - 16:10LAK 1,905,931
KP 79 Transportation Sleeper 19:30 - 06:00LAK 437,700
Chit Prasong Sleeper 20:00 - 10:00LAK 362,500

Transportation from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day6
Distance600 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChit Prasong, Family Service, KP 79 Transportation, Lao Airlines, RG Adventure, 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
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+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 114.62. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+taxi as a bus+taxi ticket costs as low as USD 16.94.

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 373 miles (600 km). The flying distance is 617 miles (992 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 2 to 12 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 Family Service: travelling by bus+taxi expect to pay as low as USD 16.94 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 114.62.

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

  • Bus+Van price: USD 8.00. From Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 18:00 Vientiane Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 16.94 - USD 22.03. From Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 08:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 20.90 to USD 27.11;
  • Plane tickets - USD 114.62 to USD 114.62;

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

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

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

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 114.62.

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

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:

  • 71% chosen Bus+Van
  • 15% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 13% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other