Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

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Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station Destination Reviews

HF
All Toilets were closed in the whole building. Cleaning personal very unfriendly. No help at all.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Nov 21, 2025
KP
No communication until the night before. No communication on the pick up. I had to take a taxi. This is very stressful and needs to be really improved.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Nov 13, 2025
PA
We didn’t have confirmation until 12 hours before departure As the tickets can be issued 4days before we were expecting to get the tickets much sooner So it was stressfull But the train journey went perfectly.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Nov 10, 2025
ET
Booked first class, given second class ticket going backwards in middle seat. Was told my ticket would be issued in 8 hours. Took 3 days after I followed up. The Laos tour group you pawned me off to never replied to my message asking explanation as to why I didn't get a first class ticket. Is that what I paid for? Still not sure.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train First Class, Laos Group Tour, Nov 9, 2025
SM
Difficult to get off the train as boarding passengers pushed onto the train before we were able to get off.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Nov 8, 2025
CB
The tickets were not sent as promised. I had to contact Laos Group Tours directly to get the tickets. I was worried I might not have a seat on the train. There must be a better way of doing this.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Oct 30, 2025
MS
Excellent and very fast over all, but always can be some improvement! The point on map which you send me in confirmation is located behind the main entrance, but to go through you need a ticket. We went to ticket office (right side if the building) and know to not go to counter but tried to get connections with some of the people and it happened like that - one of people there ask from which company are we looking for the ticket and ask another person to bring them to us - fast and easy but maybe it will be easier to everyone to have some mark 12go visible publicly (if is not prohibited). Everything in total 5min and we were again inside with the tickets. Thank you very much!
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train #C92 Second Class Reserved Seats, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Oct 29, 2025
PD
The time I initially booked was changed, but they communicated well about it. I didn't get my ticket until about 12 hours prior to my departure, and it came through at about 2:30AM local time. I wasn't sure if I'd have a ticket or not -- but I got it!
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train First Class, Laos Group Tour, Oct 21, 2025
JM
The stations were so far out of town it added a lot of cost and time to the journey. The stations were functional but bland. I booked a return ticket but ended up flying back as it was hardly any more expensive and quick and both airports were close to the centre of their towns so overall air was a better choice.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train #C92 First Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Oct 19, 2025
TP
We booked for 2 persons but received only 1 QR code. I asked for another QR but no reply. We had been stopped by security at Vientiane railway station. Need to que at the ticket counter. No more 12Go again.
Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station, Train Second Class, Laos Group Tour, Oct 18, 2025
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Transportation from Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

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

Cheapest Transport$21
Fastest Transport1h 45m
Earliest Departure6:30 午前
Latest Departure3:40 午後
Departures per day41
Distance88 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos Group Tour, Laos Luxury Travel, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Laos Railway by Soutchai

How to get from Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

When you want to get from Vientiane 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:

  • Bus
  • 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 Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 48.85. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 20.06.

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

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

The travel time from Vientiane 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 2 to 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Vientiane 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 Family Service: travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 20.06 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 48.85.

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

  • Train tickets - USD 20.06 to USD 45.82;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 23.65 - USD 30.17. From Vientiane to Luang Prabang starting from 06:30 Vientiane Transfer until 13:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 27.00 to USD 48.85;

How many trips per day are there between Vientiane 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 33 trains per day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 11:25. There are 8 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Luang Prabang 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.

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 Vientiane Railway Station to Luang Prabang Railway Station

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

  • 93% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 6% chosen taxi+Train
  • 1% Other