The two principal things which make travelling by van so attractive are a wide choice of destinations and affordable prices. Not all vans offer top comfort, enough legroom, or luggage space, but these two points compensate. Besides, it is always vans that launch new routes to emerging destinations paving the road to big bus operators if necessary or remaining the only means of transport to bring you there. Very often, vans offer faster service than big buses, more flexible timetable, and more readily adapt to travellers’ needs in the sense of schedule – if there is a temporary growth in demand due to long weekends or national holidays, vans add more vehicles to their daily fleet easier than other operators. Note though that sometimes vans operate from their own van stations or terminals or have a dedicated section in bigger bus terminals. Always check your van's departure and arrival point as it is not necessarily located at the main bus station.
Sarah Transport Laos is one of the operators to check if you are going to travel by van. They provide reliable van service and offer tickets with easy and secure online booking.
Sarah Transport Laos Popular Stations
Here is the list of the main terminals from where Sarah Transport Laos’s vans operate:
Sarah Transport
Don Det
Sarah company
Vientiane night market
Sarah Transport Siem Reap
Sarah Transport Vientiane
Hanoi Nuoc Ngam Station
Vientiane Southern Bus Station
Don Khone Ferry Terminal
Pakse Green Adventure
Sarah Transport Siem Reap
Laos Border
Meuang Feuang Transfer
Vientiane Transfer
Dondet 4000 islands
Sarah Transport Vientiane
Vang Vieng Transfer
Pakse Green Adventure Travel
Nakasang Paradise Travel
Thanaleng Border Laos side
Vientiane Airport
Don Khone Pa Kha Guesthouse
Vang Vieng
Luang Prabang
Da Nang 12 Hoang
Don Khon Station
Nong Sack Restaurant
Khamsavath Railway Station
Sarah Transport Laos Top Destinations
Some of the most popular routes on Sarah Transport Laos’s route map include but are not limited to:
Opposite to trains or bigger buses, vans rarely offer you a choice of ticket class. All the seats are the same – call it standard, VIP, or whatever. What can differ, though, is the type of the van itself. Some vans seat only 9-10 passengers. For travellers this means wider seats, more space, and a more comfortable trip. Vans which accommodate up to 15 passengers are also ok but be ready to sacrifice on space for your legs and elbows and very often – for your luggage, too. Sometimes it can be a good idea to buy two seats instead of one to ensure a more comfortable ride – yet it pays to check with the operator if they allow this on your route. Before you book your van ticket, read reviews on Sarah Transport Laos van service to see what to expect.
Travel by Van: Pros & Cons
Pros of VanTravel
Vans can be the only way to reach some of the most remote destinations, smaller towns or villages which are connected neither by big buses nor trains.
Vans can also take you to some islands connected with the mainland by large car ferries which do not take big buses but take vans on board, too.
Due to a smaller size compared to big buses, vans are more maneuverable on the road. It sometimes results in shorter travel time, especially if your destination is not far away.
While vans do have an official stop enroute, they can also get you off at a more convenient point – no need to go to the terminal, just ask your driver. Note that it is not always possible, but in many cases, they will cooperate. It can save you both time and money you would have otherwise spent getting off the terminal on foot or by taxi.
Cons of Van Travel
Vans accommodating more passengers may feel quite cramped. Expect limited space for your legs and elbows. Some vans limit the luggage for one ticket to one piece. If you have more bags, suitcases, or backpacks, you may be asked to buy a separate ticket for your luggage, which makes the trip twice as expensive.
Not all vans run on schedule. On certain routes, vans leave only when full. Do check it with your operator before buying your ticket, otherwise, you may end up waiting much longer than expected until the van fills up.
If there are more reckless drivers on any other means of transport than on vans, we are unaware of it. Some companies install speed control units on their vehicles, but it is not a rare case to hear this unit beeping the whole trip through with the driver not paying attention to it. Always remember to buckle your seatbelt while travelling by van. Though sometimes you will need to make an investigation to find out where your seatbelt is.
For those prone to motion sickness there is a good piece of advice: take your medicine half an hour before your van trip, especially if your route includes winding stretches. You are more likely to feel motion sick travelling by van than by bus.
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Sarah Transport Laos Company Reviews
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Gena P
Great service. Fast, professional, convenient.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jul 25, 2026
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Isabelle L
Bus was old and a bit broken but confortable enough. No proper stop to go to the toilet on a 7 hour bus ride (toilet on the bus not good at all and only a quick stop in a field!!!)
Bus Seat Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jul 6, 2026
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Jack G
On time and the seats were comfortable
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.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jun 8, 2026
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Alelie O
Excellent. Vientiene to Viang viene. on time, driver was nice
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Apr 4, 2026
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Anne S
Information was clear. Tour operator office was easy to find, there was a waiting area, toilet, and the woman running it spoke good English. Left and arrived on time. The minivan was comfortable enough, although not a lot of leg room. One toilet stop just before arriving in Vientiane.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Mar 22, 2026
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Roger E
On time, smooth road, good trip, in town to in tow n.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Mar 22, 2026
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Emma H
Driver of the first leg of the journey wasn't great. (Speeding, playing on his phone whilst overtaking) However the communication and service by Sarah company was excellent. There was a car waiting for us at the 1st drop off point which took us to our bus. The lady collected our tickets for us and checked which bus we would be boarding. She made sure we had everything we would need, and if we had any questions before leaving. Excellent service, let down only by the 1st driver.
Van Minivan + Sleeper Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Mar 7, 2026
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Stefan T
6 Hours of overtaking like hell, in a big Bus, some
Close to death moments on a damaged seat, while stopping every 30 minutes to pick somebody up or drop off.
Bus Seat Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 27, 2026
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Julie K
Vehicle on time, we arrived an hour earlier.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 25, 2026
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Suus M
Really good service! They brought us to bus station and got WhatsApp instructions for the next van from there
Van Minivan + Sleeper Bus + Minivan + Ferry, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 19, 2026
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Ursula W
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.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 1, 2026
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Mark A
Good communication, on Time, friendly
Bus Minivan + Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jan 22, 2026
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Lars P
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?
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jan 2, 2026
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Mischale G
Super quick, comfortable and clean van!
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 26, 2025
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Simone R
Everything was well organized and I always received quick feedback. They also give us a car instead of a van since we were only three people in the group.
Thank you very much.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 25, 2025
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William V
We arrived at our destination eventually but there were multiple (unannounced) car swaps with no further explanation. Also one of the drivers was driving quite recklessly.
Van Minivan + Ferry, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 19, 2025
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Lisa T
I wa expecting a minibus but we were the only ones on the transfer so they sent us in a private car and we arrived safely, in comfort and early to the airport. All very efficient and smooth.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 5, 2025
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Phoebe E
Great experience and very comfortable ride to the airport from Vang Vieng
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 3, 2025
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Leonard P
We were just two for that trip so we were in a car instead of van. Was a better ride.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 1, 2025
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Leonard P
Guy next to me took half my seat
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Nov 30, 2025
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Sam M
Great service, aircon, comfy, safe and on time!
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Nov 28, 2025
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Filip S
Very small van, many people, crowded like sardines, loud music played by the driver made it impossible to sleep and talk
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Nov 19, 2025
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Andrew M
Excellent service, would highly recommend. I was in contact via WhatsApp and every question was answered. The drive was much quicker than we thought and so much cheaper than a private transfer despite being just as quick and comfortable.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Nov 4, 2025
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Arnat V
Shoutout to Lun, the coordinator lady who provided her best support.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Oct 26, 2025
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James W
All smooth and on time. More fun zipping thru the traffic than on the train.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Oct 10, 2025
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Pascale R
Sarah was a very good agent but the trip was long due to many stops and police control
Van Minivan + Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Oct 7, 2025
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Brett G
Helpful staff, fast, efficient and safe travels.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Sep 19, 2025
M C
Maurizio C
Good trip as planned
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Aug 29, 2025
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Stephen S
As there were only four of us on the journey the bus left once we had all assembled, twenty minutes early.
The bus was comfortable, aircon worked fine and the road between Vientiane and Vang Being was good and clear.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Aug 15, 2025
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Vladislav K
Very good impressions from the trip from Vang Vieng. The car left on time and arrived in Vientiane even half an hour earlier. Fast, comfortable and not too expensive.
Van Minivan + Taxi, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jul 25, 2025
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Charlie M
Awful experience - will fly next time.
Van Minivan + Sleeper Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jul 24, 2025
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Charlie B
The price is not as it is listed as you have to pay extra for the toll. Just bear that in mind if your considering your options as you’ll have to pay 140,000 extra
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jul 19, 2025
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hyunjun J
great service. kindly employees.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jul 8, 2025
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Susan A
First class although minivan left 30 mins later than advertised. Comfortable, good AC, toilet break on way. Plenty of space. Met at pier and directed to boat for Don Khone.
Van Minivan + Ferry, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), May 1, 2025
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Piotr S
It Was Ok. We arrived late and even after that the driver didn't know where to go. So I was actually guiding him to final destination with Google maps.
Overall it was fine.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Mar 11, 2025
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Sophia G
Overall good. The process was easy and the staff were super helpful.
However, I wish I was given information more upfront. I did not know where I was going and what the next steps were. Most importantly, 12GO should have made it very explicit that the sleeper bus to Pakse from Vientiane is shared. If I had known, I would have booked for both seats and not shared with a stranger.
Van Minivan + Sleeper Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 27, 2025
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Philip S
Not enough minivans for the number of people traveling.
Ferry Ferry + Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 24, 2025
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Michał K
It arrived late about 8 hours. It was said to be at 2.30 pm and it arrived at 10 pm. The driver in Cambodia was very unpolite. He was doing some small business during the journey he stopped very often and we waited. We had to seat with our backpacks on our feet. The wind screen in the car was half broken.
Van Minivan + Sleeper Bus + Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 8, 2025
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Stephanie S
The sleeper bus was VIP and great and the lady at the terminal was extremely friendly, assisting us to get our tickets and take us to the correct bus.
Once you cross the border you are told to wait at a coffee shop, however it’s non functional and we waited best part of an hour here. You are then put in a minivan which takes you to a restaurant. We had to wait here for two hours, and was told we’d be on the first bus to Siem reap. Of course, more and more people turned up and we saw people getting on buses to Siem reap before us despite our group being left at the restaurant over an hour longer than those.
Once we arrived in Siem reap we were told we would get a free Tuktuk to our hotel but BEWARE as the guy who got us in his tuktuk(once we had loaded all our bags and were sat waiting to go) wouldn’t stop trying to sell us his other tours and then said we needed to cover 3 USD for his gasoline for the ten minute journey. After a 24 hour travelling day this is NOT what we needed.
Van Minivan + Sleeper Bus + Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 5, 2025
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Leanne D
Helpful staff, efficient service.
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 29, 2024
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Rejane E
Beyond expected!!
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 26, 2024
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Mikhail M
Not efficient, as you have to
Bus Taxi + Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Dec 26, 2024
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Melvin P
On time leaving convenient pick up comfortable mini van
Van Minivan + Taxi, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Nov 1, 2024
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Manuel O
Supposed to be sleeping bus but it wasn't :(
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Oct 25, 2024
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Nathalie H
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Aug 27, 2026
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Aurian L
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Aug 20, 2026
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olaf G
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Aug 18, 2026
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Muriel B
Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Aug 16, 2026
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Natalia P
Bus Taxi + Sleeper Bus + Minivan + Ferry, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Aug 15, 2026
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95.9% of 148 travelers were presumably happy with Sarah Transport Laos as they left good or no review