Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Pakse (PKZ)

Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Pakse (PKZ)

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$13
 
 
$73

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Vientiane Airport to Pakse Schedule

Vientiane Airport to Pakse Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Chit Prasong Sleeper 20:00 - 09:00LAK 290,000

Transportation from Vientiane Airport to Pakse

Facts about the transport from Vientiane Airport to Pakse

Cheapest Transport$13
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:05 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day1
Distance675 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChit Prasong, Lao Airlines, Lao Skyway, Soutchai Travel

Vientiane Airport to Pakse Destination Reviews

J
You can survive but it's anything but luxury. Windshield was broken, bus was run down but we arrived in time ;)
Bus Sleeper, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Apr 2, 2024
CC
Bus was way older than the one I bought. Bus was loaded with a lot of things that weren’t from passengers even inside the bus.
Bus Sleeper, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Mar 21, 2024
FB
Good option to get from Vientiane to Pakse. Spacious Beds and good aircon. Pillows and blankets are provided. It looked like one of the better sleeper buses leaving the bus station. I would recommend it. Keep in mind you'll share your bed with someone else if you're traveling alone (otherwise buy 2 tickets).
Bus Sleeper, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Feb 2, 2024
MH
Everything ok but only one stop and then in a place on the track where there was no decent toilet. Bit incomprehensible.
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Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Dec 23, 2023
JL
I booked 2 seats to make sure I’ll have a full bed for myself. Really comfortable trip 👍 Didn’t have to use the toilets so no idea how they are.
Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Oct 18, 2023
MH
14 hour journey took 20 hours! No mechanical issues or traffic instead stopping every 1-2 hours for cigarette and toilet breaks. Solo female traveller dropped off at 3am on the side of the road in pakse and told to get out instead of the bus station. Before getting on bus was told i had to pay extra 50,000 lak to get on. No explanation to why. Pay the extra £20 to fly. Wish i did
Bus Taxi + Sitting Bus, Family Service (Family Service), Sep 11, 2023
WK
As a solo female traveler I actually quite enjoyed this trip. I booked only one tickets so a Lao women was laying next to me but it was fine! You can sit up in your bed, get a nice blanket and snack package and I thought that the road wasn’t too bad!
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Mar 24, 2023
C
It’s a fast and simple way to travel from Vientiane to Pakse, but don’t expect to sleep much. It’s shaking A LOT the whole way.
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Mar 15, 2023
MP
Never expected such a smooth ride from Vientiane down to Pakse. Shared to bed with my friend, was very comfortable and slept the whole way through. Bus drove at normal speed and was on time.
Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Feb 28, 2023
PB
The bed was comfy (as a solo-traveller, I booked two seats because I didn't want to share the small bed with a stranger), the ride was very bumpy, but that's not the driver's fault. Yet, I could catch some hours of sleep. The toilet was ugly, bring your own toilet paper and sanitizer with you!! We arrived half an hour earlier in Pakse.
Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Feb 20, 2023
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How to get from Vientiane Airport to Pakse

Travelling between Vientiane Airport and Pakse is possible by Flight, bus and van. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 72.89 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a van which will set you back mere USD 12.61.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane Airport to Pakse?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 14 hours to travel between Vientiane Airport and Pakse depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Vientiane Airport and Pakse. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Van does a much slower job and take about 13h 30m to reach Pakse.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane Airport to Pakse?

Travelling between Vientiane Airport and Pakse can be as cheap as USD 12.61 if you opt for a Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ) van and as expensive as USD 72.89 if you buy a Lao Airlines flight 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 Vientiane Airport and Pakse ?

  • 1 from Vientiane to Pakse starting from 20:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station until 20:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Vientiane Airport to Pakse.

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

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Vientiane to Pakse, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 27.70.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Vientiane and Pakse

Lao Airlines, Lao Skyway

Bus

Travelling from Vientiane to Pakse 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 Vientiane and Pakse

Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ)

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 Vientiane and Pakse, 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 Vientiane and Pakse

PTS Transit Service (คุณเป๋อ บริการ ขนส่ง), Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ)

What is the most popular transport to get from Vientiane Airport to Pakse?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 81% took a van
  • 9% chosen Bus+Van
  • 9% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other