Vientiane to Udon Thani

Vientiane to Udon Thani

Vientiane
Udon Thani
Sun, Apr 6
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Vientiane to Udon Thani Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
RG Adventure
SUV 4pax
Any time
+2h
$62.28
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Regular International
07:00
10:00
$7.20
  3.0
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
07:30
20:55
$422.77
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
07:55
14:25
$305.51
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Van + 2nd Class AC seats
08:30
11:25
$20.68
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan + Bus
09:00
12:30
$7.38
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Taxi + Seat Bus
09:20
12:50
$7.38
  5.0
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Tourist AC
10:00
13:00
$5.06
  5.0
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan + Bus
11:00
14:30
$7.38
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Taxi + Seat Bus
11:20
14:50
$7.38
  5.0
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Tourist AC
12:00
15:00
$5.06
  5.0
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Regular International
13:00
16:00
$7.20
  3.0
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Taxi + Seat Bus
13:20
16:50
$7.38
  5.0
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
13:45
14:25
$452.66
Bus
Family Service
Taxi + Sitting Bus
14:15
18:00
$4.69
  4.9
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Taxi + Seat Bus
14:45
18:15
$7.38
  5.0
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan + Bus
16:00
19:30
$7.38
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Regular International
16:30
19:30
$7.20
  3.0
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Tourist AC
17:00
20:00
$5.06
  5.0
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
18:10
09:45
$280.92

Transportation from Vientiane to Udon Thani

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Udon Thani

Cheapest Transport$5
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure7:15 AM
Latest Departure8:30 PM
Departures per day61
Distance67 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFamily Service, Glassflower, Lao Airlines, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport Laos, Soutchai Travel, Thai Airways, Thai Railway, Vietnam Airlines

Vientiane to Udon Thani Destination Reviews

AN
The trip was comfortable and I arrived on time
Vientiane to Udon Thani, Bus Standard, Family Service (Family Service), May 26, 2024
PD
I was looking everywhere to see somebody with the RG sign and panicked. Our very great taxi driver was there but didn’t show his sign! Anyway everything went perfectly at both borders,the car was more than comfortable,our driver an excellent one. So very happy with RG,but please show your sign !!!
Vientiane to Udon Thani, taxi SUV 4pax, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Mar 7, 2024
LB
I'd recommend it! A van picked us up from our hotel, (arriving very punctually at 1:15pm sharp) and dropped us off at the Vientiane bus station. We then took a clean bus from Vientiane to Udon Thani, crossed the border without difficulty (charged 20 baths or 10,000 LAK per person), and arrived a few minutes early in Udon Thani. Serious agency!
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Vientiane to Udon Thani, Bus Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Aug 30, 2023
CZ
the bus left late, lost my airpods on the bus - i knew i had dropped them under the seat but was basically dragged off the bus and not given the chance to look under seat for them- the driver literally started driving away. the operators were rude
Vientiane to Udon Thani, Bus Regular International, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Jul 5, 2023
BO
Tuk tuk arrived on time at our hotel to take us to the bus station. From there it was one bus to Udon Thani with stops at the border crossings. Fast and efficient. Would recommend.
Vientiane to Udon Thani, Bus Regular International, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Apr 20, 2023
JI
I had a bad experiece using Soutchai Travel. I thought I was paying a premium to travel in a nice shuttle van (as pictured on their webpage), but instead it was just a tuk-tuk that took me to the Central Station, then a dirty, old bus. But this bothered me less than the way time was managed. I was ready 30 minutes before the pick-up time as instructed. The tuk-tuk driver showed up about 40 minutes later. Fine, whatever. Then we drove across town to another hotel for another pick-up. The other passenger wasn't there. I sat there for another 25 minutes before the driver finally gave up and we went to the Central Station. He bought my ticket at the station, just as I could have; the station is only 10 minute walk from where I was staying. And I really wish I'd done just that. Leaving Vientiane later than expected - for no reason - made me stress about making my Udon Thani flight. TL;DR - I paid a premium for Soutchai to waste my time and stress me out.
Vientiane to Udon Thani, Bus Regular International, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Feb 27, 2023
4.4
25 customer reviews
5
60%
4
20%
3
8%
2
12%
1
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How to get from Vientiane to Udon Thani

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight 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 USD 174.31. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 4.41.

How far is Vientiane from Udon Thani?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vientiane to Udon Thani. Your trip will be a total of 42 miles (67 km). The flying distance is 42 miles (67 km).

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Udon Thani?

The travel time from Vientiane to Udon Thani can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 33 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Udon Thani?

The cost of the trip from Vientiane to Udon Thani 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 4.41 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 USD 174.31.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 4.41 to USD 41.52;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 5.89. From Vientiane to Udon Thani starting from 07:15 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 16:15 Vientiane Hotel Transfer
  • Bus+Van price: USD 7.06. From Vientiane to Udon Thani starting from 07:15 Vientiane Transfer until 16:15 Vientiane Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 9.20 to USD 9.97;
  • Van price : USD 9.28;
  • flight price: USD 172.44 - USD 617.91. From Vientiane to Udon Thani starting from 13:55 Vientiane Airport until 20:30 Vientiane Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 70.97 to USD 174.31.

How many trips per day are there between Vientiane and Udon Thani?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 36 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 17:00. There are 11 available bus trips every day.
  • 6 by Bus+Van from Vientiane to Udon Thani starting from 07:15 Vientiane Transfer until 16:15 Vientiane Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Vientiane to Udon Thani any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Udon Thani 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 Udon Thani. 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 USD 70.97.

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

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.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Vientiane to Udon Thani. 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 Udon Thani.

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 Udon Thani

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

  • 31% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 31% chosen Bus+Van
  • 26% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 9% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% opted for a van.
  • 1% Other