Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

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Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station Destination Reviews

PK
Trainride was great, but to get the ticket on 12go was a nightmare.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 20, 2025
TW
Nobody told me that pocket knifes, first-aid scissors or any spray cans are not allowed and taken off after x-ray inspection 😳. I never experienced this in an ordinary train- redicilous! I refused the journey.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 19, 2025
JG
My tickets weren’t booked as promised, I was offered to go almost 5 hours later. Or go three hours earlier and uppay more than double for business class. Just all on the night before leaving. While I had booked four days ahead. Very poor service.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Dec 19, 2025
AS
You need to book at least 48 hours before, the boarding is a mess, be prepared.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 18, 2025
JG
I did not receive my QR code from the operator so I was unable to carry out my trip. I have also been struggling to get my refund.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 18, 2025
AS
On internet: Start time 7:30, arrival 12:30. In real life: pick up from hotel 07:30, than went to bus station waited for other people untill 9:00, we was driving with 20 people inside (only 13 seats), also on minivan roof a lot of stuff + motorbike. Came in vieng vang at 16:00 (7hours driving like potatoes because there is no normal road at all. + all the time in the dust. Car broke in the middle of the road. Not safe - Not recommend at all!
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Van, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Dec 18, 2025
SW
The station didn’t accept the qr code as a ticket so I had to queue in the office to get a paper ticket. It took over 30 minutes and I almost missed my train. Wouldn’t recommend.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 18, 2025
CH
They crammed 21 people into a 14-seater van... Five of us sat on a row with three seats, which was obviously extremely uncomfortable. Even the driver shared his seat with a passenger because there were so many people sitting in the front row, which is extremely unsafe. The whole trip then took 10 hours instead of the advertised 6 hours. Worst bus trip I've ever had the pleasure of experiencing.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Regional 14pax, Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ), Dec 15, 2025
DD
First, the tickets we bought on 12Go were not the correct tickets, so our driver had to go buy new ones. Then we had to wait 2h30 to get the next bus, and the trip took 8 hours instead of 5, which was written on the original ticket.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Minivan, Luang Prabang Holiday Travel, Dec 9, 2025
GM
Seemless operation, ticket was waiting at train station .. check through baggage .. on allocated train seat .. done 😊
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 6, 2025
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Transportation from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Cheapest Transport$15
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure7:22 PM
Departures per day26
Distance42 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos Group Tour, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Naluang, Vieng Chaleune

How to get from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

When you want to get from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Train
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Train. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 28.01. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 15.90.

How far is Luang Prabang Railway Station from Vang Vieng Railway Station?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station. Your trip will be a total of 27 miles (42 km). The flying distance is 27 miles (42 km).

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station?

The travel time from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 6 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station?

The cost of the trip from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Laos Railway by Family Service: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 15.90 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 28.01.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station:

  • Van price : USD 14.49 - USD 16.00;
  • Train tickets - USD 15.90 to USD 28.01;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 16.45 - USD 21.70. From Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng starting from 17:00 Luang Prabang Transfer until 17:00 Luang Prabang Transfer

How many trips per day are there between Luang Prabang Railway Station and Vang Vieng Railway Station?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 26 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

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 Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng. 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 Luang Prabang to Vang Vieng.

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 Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station? 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:

  • 78% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 14% opted for a van.
  • 8% chosen taxi+Train