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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Paul V
I am usually not too critical but this one wasn’t good. Booked a transfer from our airport hotel in Vientiane to Vang Vieng and were not picked up without any notice. After a call to the company running the service we were told our hotel was too far and we should report at another hotel for the next bus. Here we were picked up by a TukTuk who took us to a meetingpoint were we stuffed in a very hot bus, certainly not the minibus on the picture and departed 85 minutes late. Three hours after we were due to be picked up we passed our hotel (which was too far) enroute to Vang Vieng. Fortunately despite the temperature in the bus the rest of the trip was uneventful. Not 12GoAsia to blame but Family Services which was running the service.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Aug 11, 2026
CM
Christian M
Everything went smooth.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Aug 8, 2026
TF
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
GP
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
TR
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
TO
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
JD
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
JG
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
KC
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 39.96. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 14.14.

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 22 miles (35 km). The flying distance is 22 miles (35 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 Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 14.14 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 39.96.

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 7.80. From Vientiane to Vang Vieng starting from 09:00 Vientiane Transfer until 13:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Train tickets - USD 14.14 to USD 39.96;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 14.80 - USD 16.85. From Vientiane to Vang Vieng starting from 06:30 Vientiane Transfer until 13:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 24.11 to USD 24.11;

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 28 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 Transport42m
Earliest Departure6:30 오전
Latest Departure3:15 오후
Departures per day28
Distance35 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos Luxury Travel, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Laos Railway by Soutchai, Soutchai Travel