Buses from Vientiane to Hanoi

Buses from Vientiane to Hanoi

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Vientiane to Hanoi Bus Schedule

Vientiane to Hanoi Bus Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Thai AirAsia Economy 08:05 - 20:20LAK 5,076,727
Lao Airlines Economy 11:00 - 18:35LAK 4,426,911
Thai Smile Economy 13:30 - 19:40LAK 3,945,520
Thai AirAsia Economy 14:45 - 20:20LAK 5,076,727
Techbus VN JSC Sleeper 40 17:35 - 18:55LAK 812,982
HTX Van Tai 277 Semi Sleeper 18:00 - 17:00LAK 696,005
Vietnam Airlines Economy #VN92020:00 - 21:30LAK 3,085,225

Transportation from Vientiane to Hanoi

Facts about the bus from Vientiane to Hanoi

Cheapest Bus$18
Fastest Bus14h 20m
Earliest Bus4:00 PM
Latest Bus6:00 PM
Daily Bus Routes25
Distance1300 kilometers
Bus CompaniesChit Prasong, Family Service, Grouptour, HTX Van Tai 277, HTX Van Tai 277, KP 79 Transportation, Techbus VN JSC, Vietnam Airlines

Vientiane to Hanoi Destination Reviews

ND
Too hot, no ac, took way lobger than necesarry, bus driver had a 6 hour sleep break mid drive
Bus Semi Sleeper, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Feb 8, 2024
NM
The ride was fine. But we booked online a bus to Hanoi that leaves at 3 pm. When we came at the busstation, the bus driver said that it leaves at 6pm. So we had to wait for 3 hours before it leaves. I checked our booking confirmation and it definitely says we booked a bus from 3 pm. You should change that, because waiting 3 hours before going on a 23 hours busdrive is not nice.
Bus VIP 40, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 15, 2023
NN
I was quite scared but the trip was quite good and the operator also supported me enthusiastically. I'm a little worried because the bus doesn't have privacy, but I have no other choice. I completed my trip very happily
Bus Sleeper 38, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Oct 2, 2023
NB
Bus didn't start at 17:00. It started at 18:00. Nobody told us what to do or when a break is. The staff wasn't able to talk English. No clear instructions from the booking confirmation.
Bus Sleeper 38, Grouptour (Công ty du lịch quốc tế Grouptour), Sep 23, 2023
AA
They consolidate all the times into one bus, so my 1700 bus was same as the folks who booked the 1740, it left closer to 1800. Roads were a mess(expected), and immigration was a mess (expected). Arrived to Hanoi at 2000 not 1530 (also expected). Set your expectations low and you cannot be disappointed is a good rule of thumb. Overall the bud was not comfortable but I didn’t quite want to commit suicide, I mean it’s a 27h bus what do you really expect
Bus Sleeper 40, Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company), Aug 28, 2023
JD
It was wat I expexted
Bus Semi Sleeper, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), May 25, 2023
MS
Overall very good ride. I‘ve experienced none of all the bullying behavior against Western people described in some reviews. Very kind staff but unable to speak English, so it‘s more of a gesture-based communication :) Vientiane-Hanoi: Arrived at the border around 2.30 am, took a rest until the border opens, paid 10k Kip tip to the Lao staff and 50k Kip to the Vietnamese staff at immigration. Everything worked well having the eVisa in advance. No visa on arrival available. One guy had the wrong border crossing checkpoint to enter Vietnam in his eVisa, so he paid about 2M Dong to the Vietnamese staff to get in. Didn’t need any Dong at the border, I could pay everything in Kip. Bus was comfortable and we arrived only with a delay of 1-2 hours. Hard to tell if I‘d do it again bc it‘s a very long ride in the end but that‘s what you pay for I assume. Good job!
Bus Semi Sleeper, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Jan 10, 2023
MD
They yelled to wake us up for the check point Yelled at us because we wanted to change seats Favorite Lao people over us Didn’t speak English and just tapped on our shoulder and walked so we had to follow them..
Bus Sleeper, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Dec 9, 2022
G
A comfortable ride that ran on time, a slightly chaotic boarder crossing but we got through fine with our e-visas (this was on a Saturday bus)
Bus Semi Sleeper, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Oct 25, 2022
LS
No way near as bad as the description makes it out to be, even the border crossing was fine, just lots of waiting. Comfortable sleeper bus and altogether easy journey.
Bus Semi Sleeper, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7), Oct 10, 2022
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How to get from Vientiane to Hanoi by bus

Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Vientiane to Hanoi by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Vientiane to Hanoi a conscious and budget-friendly option.

Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.

Here is the list of operators serving the route: .

How far is Vientiane from Hanoi?

If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 1300 km between Vientiane and Hanoi.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Hanoi by bus?

Buses normally need between 23h and 1d 1h 20m hours to get to Hanoi from Vientiane. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.

On this route, HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7) offers the fastest service. Techbus VN JSC (Techbus Vietnam Joint stock company) buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.

Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Hanoi by bus?

The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.

Anyway, travelling by bus between Vientiane and Hanoi remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by HTX Van Tai 277 (HTX Vận Tải 27-7) and costs USD 29.63. A KP 79 Transportation's ticket will set you back USD 29.63 on average.

Travelling by bus essentials

  • If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
  • VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
  • Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
  • If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
  • Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
  • To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
  • As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
  • Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
  • If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.