Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station

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Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station Destination Reviews

TF
Worst experience I’ve ever done. They never picked me up. I’ve been waiting for 1 hour and they forced me to move around to find the bus. And another 30 mins wait they just told me I was too late and I missed the bus. The craziest part was while I was waiting, I texted and called to operator several times to make sure they will pick me up. I even shared my location. And Operator kept saying it was okay the driver was on his way. And I missed the bus. It was completely their fault. So the operator misunderstood my location which was so ridiculous. And he never apologized to me and even talked to me like it was my faults I will not recommend this company. I chose it because I saw some comments said it was on time and price was little more expensive than others so I thought it would be comfortable ride. But Ended up with worst experience and destroyed my whole travel plan. And they never paid me back.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Minivan, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Feb 3, 2026
UW
We booked two trips with Sarah Transport (Vientiane -> Vang Vieng and Vang Vieng -> Pakse via overnight bus). Both times everything worked well. For the night bus trip there were long waiting times at the office of Sarah Transport in Vientiane and again at the bus terminal. But these were communicated clearly beforehand and we knew what we signed up for. We were a bit nervous about the night bus but they did a good job explaining everything. They brought us to the bus station and walked us to the bus we needed to take. The night bus itself was an adventure, for sure. IF YOU ARE A SOLO TRAVELLER be aware that you'll share your bed with another person. The beds are quite small and I doubt it's possible to sleep in there without physical contact. If you don't mind, you're good. In case that's a problem for you, you might want to find yourself a travel companion beforehand that you don't mind spooning for the 10h you'll be on that bus (we arrived at 7:00am, scheduled arrival was at 8:00am). We travelled as a married couple so that was fine.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 1, 2026
ST
I didn't even get confirmation email, results I have to make a new booking right at the station, and there is no refunds option for this, Bad at the maximum level
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train #C82 Second Class Seat, China Railway (中国铁路), Feb 1, 2026
MC
Overall good. The driver was on time and his driving was very safe and efficient. Only downfall was the van itself was incredibly cramped with the amount of bags, but not an issue for the 2 hour journey, if it was longer it may have been.
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Jan 26, 2026
G
We areived one hour late, but the trip was good
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Jan 24, 2026
PD
12go send confirmation after my request
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Train Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by Family Service, Jan 19, 2026
TD
Fast ride in a new van. Very nice
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Jan 16, 2026
MG
On Time
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Jan 11, 2026
WW
Driver and car was superb, we arrived 1 hour early and he accomodated
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, taxi SUV 4pax, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Jan 2, 2026
LP
This could have been at least 1 hour shorter. We waited a long time for other people at pickup and then again for the same people at the toilet break. At some point you have to leave people behind/not take them, I am sorry. What other sense does a pickup time make?
Vientiane Railway Station to Vang Vieng Railway Station, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jan 2, 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 30.73. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 9.47.

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 9.47 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 30.73.

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 8.13. From Vientiane to Vang Vieng starting from 09:00 Vientiane Transfer until 13:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Train tickets - USD 9.47 to USD 30.73;
  • taxi+Train price: USD 15.42 - USD 17.56. From Vientiane to Vang Vieng starting from 06:30 Vientiane Transfer until 13:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 25.12 to USD 25.12;

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 46 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:

  • 73% users enjoyed a train ride.
  • 14% chosen taxi+Van
  • 10% decided to go for a bus.
  • 3% 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$9
Fastest Transport52m
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure3:40 PM
Departures per day46
Distance44 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLaos China Railways, Laos Group Tour, Laos Luxury Travel, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by Naluang, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Laos Railway by Soutchai, Soutchai Travel