Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao

Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao

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Transportation from Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao

Facts about the transport from Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao

Cheapest Transport$9
Fastest Transport57m
Earliest Departure9:00 AM
Latest Departure7:16 PM
Departures per day9
Distance48 kilometers
Transport CompaniesNaluang, Soutchai Travel

Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao Destination Reviews

MH
Nothing wrong with 12go service obviously you pay for this but well worth it. The negative is with the train company you are not allowed to take any toiletries over 100ml or any alcohol and they take things off you as they please, things disappeared under desks instead of going in the bins.
Train #C85 First Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Jan 15, 2024
BF
Our pick up was booked for 11.30 the bus did arrive slightly late but no problem. We were taken to our coach which was very comfortable. Good air conditioning and a nice smooth drive to Vientiane. Would definitely recommend.
Van Taxi + Minivan, Family Service (Family Service), Dec 12, 2023
JP
The cab picked us up 40 minutes later than the scheduled time. When we arrived at the bus station, the van we were supposed to take was full. Luckily, we were able to get on another bus going to the same place. In the end, we left 1.5 hours late. Finally, the bus dropped us off in the middle of a street. We weren't at a bus terminal, and it didn't communicate at all why we were stopped here.
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Van Taxi + Minivan, Family Service (Family Service), Dec 11, 2023
R
I actually expected the worst because of the negative reviews I have read. 4pm was the pickup time and it was communicated in the confirmation email that pickup might be delayed. I almost panicked. At 4pm I did receive a call from the driver that he would pick me up at 4:30pm so that was good enough. It was a short ride to the train station and I appreciated that the driver helped me with my luggage. Not a complicated process for me for this Vang Vieng to Vientiane train booking via 12go. Thank you.
Train #C81 First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Soutchai (Soutchai Travel), Oct 15, 2023
AL
I booked the 6pm pick up and the 8.06 arrival in Vientiane which would have put me on the 7.06 train. I wasn’t picked up until 6.25 with no communication (sat there waiting from 5.30 as required) and then I was given a ticket for the 7.56 train, not the one I had booked. I’m most annoyed by this because of the lack of communication. This cost me the opportunity of doing the VV hot air balloon ride (cancelled because of rain 4 times to that point) - a bucket list activity. Had they told me about this change I’d have not needed to be ready until 7pm!
Train First Class Seat, Laos Railway by Soutchai (Soutchai Travel), Jun 28, 2023
PB
Bus left two hours later than was promised. We had to wait two hours at the busstation and employees told is multiple times the bus would leave shortly, but it didn’t. Eventually two busses left. One fully packed with people (we we’re in this one) and one with just three people in it. The A/C in the bus didn’t work, so it was so warm.
Van Regional 14pax, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), May 24, 2023
SS
Good just only vehicle condition but service was bad and not on time (2 hour late)
Van Regional 14pax, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Dec 25, 2022
FF
The car was really good and the road too Unfortunately, the driver put a children bench between two of the seats and since I was the last to be picked, I was the one that had to be seated 2 hours on it, without a place to rest my back.
Van Regional 14pax, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Dec 3, 2022
JS
Waiting so long time and size of van very small with all passenger with our bags. No good
Van Regional 14pax, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Nov 25, 2022
J
On my voucher departure was 11:30 and they asked us to arrive in advance. We didn’t leave till 11:55 and waited in front of hostel for an hour. Unacceptable for me. I know you want the bus to be full but if people not on time not fare for others. Be mindful of your customers’time ! But on highway all the way , easy road to go to vientiane
Van Regional 14pax, Naluang (Naluang), Oct 11, 2022
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How to get from Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao

Travelling between Vang Vieng and Vientiane Talat Sao is possible by Bus, train, van and taxi. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 27.29 if you go by taxi+Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 8.27.

How long does it take to get from Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 6 hours to travel between Vang Vieng and Vientiane Talat Sao depending on the means of transport you choose.

Train is the fastest way to travel between Vang Vieng and Vientiane Talat Sao. Train will bring you to your destination in 57m. Van does a much slower job and take about 5h 30m to reach Vientiane Talat Sao.

How much does it cost to get from Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao?

Travelling between Vang Vieng and Vientiane Talat Sao can be as cheap as USD 8.27 if you opt for a Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ) bus and as expensive as USD 27.29 if you buy a Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ) taxi+Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Vang Vieng and Vientiane Talat Sao ?

  • 6 by taxi+Train from Vang Vieng to Vientiane starting from 13:45 Vang Vieng Transfer until 18:16 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • 2 by taxi+Van from Vang Vieng to Vientiane starting from 09:00 Vang Vieng Transfer until 13:00 Vang Vieng Transfer
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Vang Vieng to Vientiane starting from 09:00 Vientiane Soutchai Travel until 13:30 Vientiane Soutchai Travel
  • 1 from Vang Vieng to Vientiane starting from 11:30 Vang Vieng Bus Terminal until 11:30 Vang Vieng Bus Terminal

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Bus

Travelling from Vang Vieng to Vientiane overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Vang Vieng and Vientiane

Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ)

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Vang Vieng and Vientiane, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Vang Vieng and Vientiane

Naluang

What is the most popular transport to get from Vang Vieng to Vientiane Talat Sao?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 20% opted for a bus
  • 20% chosen Bus+Van
  • 20% chosen taxi+Train
  • 20% chosen taxi+Van
  • 19% took a train
  • 1% Other