Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

Luang Prabang Railway Station
Vientiane Railway Station
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Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station Destination Reviews

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Karsten
It was nice. Train is a bit slow
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, May 4, 2026
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Oyku G
The vehicle itself was fine. It’s a very clean, comfy and fast train and would give 5 stars. But our tickets were not confirmed for days after purchase. I emailed about it and was told I’ld get the ticket 24 hours prior. Still, I didn’t get it and emailed again. They said the train was full, I could take the other one. I said okay but “my friend is also waiting on her ticket for the same train can you change hers to and emailed her booking number” (The person on the phone told me, we just started calling people, we will call your friend too). W are three people traveling but since we decided to come along at different times, we had different bookings, our initial train was 12 pm, one friend booked through company website and already had her ticket, mine was delayed to 2 pm. The morning of the train, other friend still had no ticket, no email about refund, or sold out train. By the time we got to the train station (10 am because we had a whole day planned) every train was sold out except for 6 pm so she bought another ticket. One hour before the 12 pm train she received an email informing about the refund. In short, our whole travel day was ruined merely because 12go didn’t inform us the train was sold out. That can be done days before and we could book the next train right away altogether. My friend had to wait at the station for more than 8 hours.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, May 3, 2026
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Max W
It was a £7 ticket so I wasn’t expecting luxury. But half way through the journey the fans turned off so whenever the train was stationary I had to stand by the window. Between 2-6am this is not ideal when I’ve been awake the whole time beforehand. If you want a sleeper cabin then book ahead in advance.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Apr 30, 2026
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Jennifer
Luang Prabang Station is vastly imposing architecturally and evidently built with a long term view on rail traffic through Laos. There's coffee shops, a cafe and a 7/11, and signage is multilingual.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Apr 9, 2026
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Marco K
Guys, you must tell us that you screen the whole lugage! In Europe noone does. So i had a handmade knife with me and you Took it away. There ist no Way to Check the knife in. There ist no Way to send it by Post. Nothing. You just Took it away!
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Mar 30, 2026
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Lars
High price and tickets have been sent quite late. Half a day before departure.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Mar 22, 2026
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Wenjia W
Ticket issuing was quite late and made me worried and wrote a few emails to you. There are also too many emails asking for feedback. However, the response to my inquiry is almost instant, that's a good point.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Mar 21, 2026
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Stephanie R
This was my first booking through 12Go. I received my confirmation about six hours before departure, which made me feel a bit nervous. However, the problem was that I was sent a QR code that didn't actually work. At the train platform, I was directed to the ticket counter, where the staff told me they couldn't locate my booking because it hadn't been booked directly through their company. I felt a bit overwhelmed by the situation and wished I had been better informed about the process beforehand. Then, a woman approached me who was holding my ticket. I have no idea where she came from or why she had the ticket, but I was simply grateful that everything worked out and that I managed to catch my train.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Mar 20, 2026
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Vinod
Full peace of mind
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Mar 17, 2026
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Maria S
Efficient, on time. Enormous station outside Luang Prabang but no disabled facilities at all that I could see - no lifts or easy access, unless you arrive by car to the front (we were dropped off a few hundred meters away). No pen knives allowed!!! Which is a real problem for most backpackers who rely on self catering.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Mar 14, 2026
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How to get from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

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

  • Train
  • 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 Taxi+train 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 68.55. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 19.12.

How far is Luang Prabang Railway Station from Vientiane Railway Station?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station. Your trip will be a total of 55 miles (88 km). The flying distance is 55 miles (88 km).

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

The travel time from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 19.12 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 68.55.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 19.12 to USD 68.55;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 25.31 - USD 34.87. From Luang Prabang to Vientiane 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 Vientiane Railway Station?

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 33 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..

The most popular transport from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane 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:

  • 91% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 9% chosen taxi+Train

Transportation from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport1h 45m
Earliest Departure10:20 AM
Latest Departure7:22 PM
Departures per day33
Distance88 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos China Railways, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Naluang