Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Vientiane Railway Station
Vang Vieng Railway Station
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Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station Destination Reviews

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Victor E
We had to email 12go for getting the tickets. The taxi driver that was supposed to pick us up never showed up. We had to get our own taxi for reaching the train station... which is 15 km outside of the city. Luckily we got the tickets via email, but this happened only after having to chase it up the day before the ride.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train #C92 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Aug 5, 2026
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Ismael B
Good Evening Today I took a bus with your company at 11:30 to Van Vieng. The staff first put us in a van and then they told us that we had to get off to wait until 12:00 and leave things inside. My backpack is on the seat next to the chofer seat. The staff kept our luggage in the van and we got in... and then they made us get off because we had to wait until 12:00 to leave. And all of us who climb on that go leave our belongings inside. The staff took advantage of the fact that it had started to rain and they sat us in an area where we had no vision of the van. And that's where they took the opportunity to steal my money. Please speak to your staff and they will return it to me. They told us that they would be insured but they took 550€ from me. Please contact the staff who were there this morning and return my money because otherwise I will go to the police office to report this fact. I don't want to report it to the police because I know that the penalties here are very high for robberies. And I'm trying to manage it amicably with you My belongings were right in the seat next to the driver because I was going to go in front. Please I don't want to cause problems for anyone but I need my money back. I realized that I was missing it when I went to exchange the money for the local currency Here in Laos it's very difficult to get a site where they exchange euros € for the local currency. In every office there are cameras and it will be very easy to find out who changed euros. I prefer to be friendly and work it out peacefully and privately. Thank you so much and i hope talking about with your staff and return my money.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Aug 3, 2026
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Thomas F
Good service, only the train changed so we couldn‘t go as planned.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train #C82 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Jul 28, 2026
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Gena P
Great service. Fast, professional, convenient.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jul 25, 2026
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Jennifer
Receiving some form of communication for confirm pick up times would have been nice.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Jul 15, 2026
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Timothy R
Was scammed at the security point by the Frontier Police. Took Swiss Army knife and opened bottle of whisky. Then said I could have it back if I paid money,
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Jun 22, 2026
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Tamas O
Great trip. Quick. Clean. Organised. We arrived on time.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train #C86 Second Class Seat, China Railway (中国铁路), Jun 20, 2026
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Joela D
Great support. Everything ok!
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train #C82 Second Class Reserved Seats, Laos Railway by Naluang (Laos Railway by Naluang), Jun 18, 2026
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Jack G
On time and the seats were comfortable
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jun 14, 2026
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Keylee C
(This is for the Vientiane -> Vang Vieng bus/van). It was okay. It was not the same van/bus as the picture, it was much older. But it worked so I don’t really care. Our hotel was out of the pick up area so we went to the sarah transport office (near veintiane night market area) 30min before the time it was scheduled for like we were told. We didnt end up getting picked up until 30min after the initial time we were given - so we were there waiting for almost an hour. Didn’t bother us, but that information just wasn’t clear. We were fine waiting there though, there was outlets to charge our phone and it was cool in the building.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jun 8, 2026
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How to get from Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

When you want to get from Vientiane 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:

  • Bus
  • 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 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 37.40. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 14.13.

How far is Vientiane Railway Station from Vang Vieng Railway Station?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station. Your trip will be a total of 28 miles (44 km). The flying distance is 28 miles (44 km).

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

The travel time from Vientiane 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 4 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Vientiane 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 China Railways (Guangdong Piaoduoduo): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 14.13 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 37.40.

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

  • taxi+Van price: USD 7.73. From Vientiane to Vang Vieng starting from 09:00 Vientiane Transfer until 13:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Train tickets - USD 14.13 to USD 37.40;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 14.67 - USD 16.70. From Vientiane to Vang Vieng starting from 06:30 Vientiane Transfer until 13:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 23.90 to USD 23.90;

How many trips per day are there between Vientiane 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 29 trains per day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng 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 Vang Vieng Railway Station

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

  • 79% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 11% chosen taxi+Van
  • 8% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% chosen taxi+Train

Transportation from Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Facts about the transport from Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport52m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure3:15 PM
Departures per day29
Distance44 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos China Railways, Laos Luxury Travel, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Laos Railway by Soutchai, Soutchai Travel