Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

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Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station Destination Reviews

UG
I didn't like the service of 12go so much. The train tickets arrived very late, and the need to pick up the tickets at a different place again, doesn't make it easier.
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train #C92 Second Class Reserved Seats, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Jan 9, 2026
A
It's a good trip but 2 things stop it being a 5 star score. One, the station is quite a bit out of town at both ends (over 10km at the Luang Prabang end) so be prepared to pay as much for the train ticket again for tuktuks into town at either end or be prepared for a hot and sweaty walk from Vang Vieng. Two, you need to be fully registered with the train in advance. Don't just book it on 12Go or other 3rd party app and turn up just before the train is ready to go. Think of it as though you were going to fly from an airport and you need to do the pre check in up front. It's easy enough but you need to go to a restaurant before you get to the station to register your details. I'd recommend you do this the day before if it's not too inconvenient, otherwise at least 90mins before the departure. Bring your passport (or at least a good picture of your passport details page on your phone) and a recent digital picture of yourself, and then they will register your details with the actual train company. Then you can come back to the restaurant on the day 30-45mins before the actual departure to pick up your scanned photo and passport registered train ticket. Then head to the station (5mins from the restaurant). It's nice and modern with aircon and facilities like food and drink and duty free etc. Wait around till you're called forward and then they'll scan your QR code and you can get on the train. It's not Bullet Train or Maglev fast but clean modern and fast enough 180kph. Only takes just over an hour to get between Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang compared to the 7+hrs that a minibus would take! Definitely worth doing just do your homework with the checkin to avoid being caught out on the day. Also note that like with planes you can't take aerosol products on the train so no cans of deodorant etc. Your bags have to go through an airport style scanner before you board and they will confiscate if they find.
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train #C92 Second Class Reserved Seats, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Jan 6, 2026
H
Too much pushing of the people
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train #C82 First Class Seat, China Railway (中国铁路), Jan 5, 2026
MH
Did not get picked up and driver didn’t call. I called and texted with only a reply when it would have been too late for making it. We ended up taking a taxi on our own expense (more then the compensation given).
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Jan 4, 2026
S
this vendor is very good they find alternative seats for us when the original seats were not available v professional
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Dec 25, 2025
S
very good service , offered to help upgrade our seats to first class as out seats are sold out !!! send us confirmation even late at night to ensure we are well informed
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Dec 24, 2025
SC
transfer pick up didnt show up and no message. had to manage myself to get to the train station with time trouble. train ticket was good.
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 16, 2025
AW
Our vang Veing transfer never showed up so had to pay to get a tuk tuk to the station hoping we would still make it in tie for our train. To top it off it didn’t even say what time the train was on our tickets (only the time of the transfer that never showed) so we were completely blindsided. We also didn’t get our confirmation till very shortly before the trip. Contacted 12Go and although they replied quickly said confirmation could take 24 hours but the trip was in 14 hours.
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Dec 14, 2025
JG
I had the reservation confirmed quite early. But I know it’s not the case for one of my friend who had her reservation canceled. For my trip everything was easy
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Dec 13, 2025
QB
Very nice, clear and confortable.
Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train #K12 Hard Seat, China Railway (中国铁路), Dec 13, 2025
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How to get from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

When you want to get from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang 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 JPY 4,390. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as JPY 2,360.

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

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang 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 Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station?

The travel time from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 2 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Laos Railway by Naluang: travelling by train expect to pay as low as JPY 2,360 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 JPY 4,390.

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

  • taxi+Train price: JPY 1,814 - JPY 2,369. From Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang starting from 07:25 Vang Vieng Transfer until 15:11 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • Train tickets - JPY 2,360 to JPY 4,390;

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

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

  • Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 25 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 Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

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

  • 94% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 6% chosen taxi+Train

Transportation from Vang Vieng Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

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

Cheapest Transport¥1,814
Fastest Transport50m
Earliest Departure7:25 AM
Latest Departure4:52 PM
Departures per day25
Distance42 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos Group Tour, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Laos Railway by Soutchai