Vientiane to Savannakhet

Vientiane to Savannakhet

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Savannakhet
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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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Vientiane to Savannakhet Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
RG Adventure
SUV 4pax
Any time
+8h
€255.86
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
07:00
07:50
€57.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
07:30
08:15
€41.00
Bus
Family Service
Taxi + Local bus
08:00
17:00
€13.33
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
13:40
14:30
€58.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
14:40
15:40
€73.73
Flight
Lao Skyway
Economy
15:30
16:40
€52.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
16:05
17:05
€41.00
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Sleeper
18:00
01:00
€11.31
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan + Sleeper Bus
18:30
06:00
€13.54
Bus
Chanthachone Transportation
Sleeper
19:00
05:00
€15.99
Bus
Chit Prasong
Sleeper
20:00
10:00
€11.68
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Transportation from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Cheapest Transport€15
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:00 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day13
Distance700 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChanthachone Transportation, Chit Prasong, Family Service, KP 79 Transportation, Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport Laos, Soutchai Travel

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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about EUR 435.08. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as EUR 14.47.

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 Chanthachone Transportation: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as EUR 14.47 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 435.08.

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

  • Bus tickets - EUR 14.47 to EUR 25.72;
  • Bus+taxi price: EUR 16.20 - EUR 21.06. From Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 08:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer
  • Bus+Van price: EUR 16.74 - EUR 19.56. From Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 08:00 Vientiane Transfer until 19:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Plane tickets - EUR 53.14 to EUR 68.78;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 248.62 to EUR 435.08.

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 5 available bus trips every day.
  • 4 by Bus+Van from Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 08:00 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 Savannakhet 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 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 EUR 53.14.

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.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Vientiane to Savannakhet. 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 248.62.

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

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:

  • 67% decided to go for a bus.
  • 15% chosen Bus+Van
  • 13% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 4% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 1% Other