Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station

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Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station Destination Reviews

GS
The ticket came very late. (the night before )The departure time in the ticket was wrong.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 18, 2025
DG
Was not a van but a bus and in horrible condition. Should have started at 7.30 but started at 8.30 Was the worst bus I've ever been in in whole Asia
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Van Regional 14pax, Vieng Chaleune (เวียงเจริญ), Dec 17, 2025
MS
12Go provide no real time support. It’s entirely opaque whether tickets will be received until moments before the journey— any communication with the support team is met with unhelpful, factually incorrect automated responses. Useless- will not recommend to anyone
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 11, 2025
JV
Great help, trip had up’s and down’s but 12Go help is all the way!
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Nov 28, 2025
EK
Very well organized, Taxis from hotel to bus in LPB and from bus to hotel in Vientiane very comfortable, bus from LPB to Vientiane a bit crowded.
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Van Van, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Nov 27, 2025
AS
Although we were not able to get the tickets for the train we wanted from then on everything went very smoothly
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train #С85 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Nov 23, 2025
FD
Everything worked well from pick up to the transfer to the hotel. Good driver, made short breaks only. We felt very safe during the ride. Good upfront communication via WhatsApp. 100% recommendation!
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train #D83 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Nov 22, 2025
MK
We booked the ticket through 12go on the high but did not receive it. Quote from your confirmation "Once the tickets are secured, we will email you the ticket/voucher and boarding instructions." But nothing happend. We had to
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Nov 20, 2025
RK
Very good
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Nov 16, 2025
DB
The trip by train was great. There were many people at the train station and it was quite confusing how to handle it with th
Luang Prabang Railway Station to Vientiane Railway Station, Train First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Nov 14, 2025
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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$22
Fastest Transport1h 46m
Earliest Departure10:12 AM
Latest Departure7:22 PM
Departures per day24
Distance89 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos Group Tour, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Naluang

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 47.31. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 21.51.

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 56 miles (89 km). The flying distance is 56 miles (89 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 Family Service: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 21.51 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 47.31.

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 21.51 to USD 47.31;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 25.64 - USD 35.32. 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 24 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:

  • 92% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 8% chosen taxi+Train