Bangkok to Vientiane

Bangkok to Vientiane

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Bangkok to Vientiane Schedule

Bangkok to Vientiane Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Glassflower Luxury VIP Van 9pax Any time฿ 14,306
Thai AirAsia Economy #FD104206:25 - 07:35฿ 2,100
Thai AirAsia Economy #FD904208:10 - 09:20฿ 2,300
Thai Smile Economy #WE57011:15 - 12:25฿ 6,653
Thai AirAsia Economy #FD104012:50 - 14:00฿ 4,010
Lao Airlines Economy #QV44214:05 - 15:25฿ 4,261
Tara Tour and Travel Standard 16:00 - 11:00$ 39.49
Transport Co Express 19:30 - 06:18฿ 986
Lao Airlines Economy #QV44620:50 - 22:10฿ 8,681

Transportation from Bangkok to Vientiane

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Vientiane

Cheapest Transport$28
Fastest Transport1h 10m
Earliest Departure6:25 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance660 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGlassflower, Lao Airlines, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Railways, Thai Smile, Transport Co

Bangkok to Vientiane Destination Reviews

NL
The driver assistant is so rude to passengers and both of driver and assistant drank beers during the trip. And, for the I Ph 13 & above users, you guys should bring your own power bank. USB-C type charger really didn’t work with the charger port on the bus. There are no place to charge your mobile phone during over 10 hours trip. That’s really sucks!
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Dec 12, 2023
JF
very good service would do it again
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Oct 10, 2023
EB
I took the night drive to Vientien from Bangkok. The seats were comfortable, and I could sleep very well, much more than I did on an airplane on regular seats, so that was great. Just as the ride started, we got a bottle of water and a little bun, I think, filled with tasty cream. One thing that I didn't like was the toilet; it was hard to use, but they did stop along the way, so I guess I could use the toilet there instead.
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Sep 30, 2023
TE
It was convenient, I read some comments that criticized the service. They still have no toilet in the bus. But they solved the other issues with a cover, the seats were convenient, I slept in thier bus, and I rarely sleep in a bus.
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Jun 23, 2023
HJ
Overall the ride was fantastic and the seats comfortable. However, there was a person with special needs and made it troublesome for me to get some sleep as he kept shouting all throughout the night
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Jun 19, 2023
DB
Everything was good. It was easy to find a bus registration desk as it was on the first floor.
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Dec 13, 2022
RY
Be prepared for a bumpy ride. The bus was clean. The ac was minimal. The bus was on time. Crossing the border was simple and made easy with a direct bus.
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Nov 29, 2022
AZ
The chauffeur told us to give 5 baht without being able to tell us why of what for.
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Nov 13, 2022
LH
I feel comfortable in the car. The seats are spacious, provided with snacks and water by the staff. It's especially convenient because there's a toilet in the car. Employees should improve their English further, which will be a plus for the journey.
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Oct 1, 2022
9D
Easy to go
Bus Express, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Aug 29, 2022
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How to get from Bangkok to Vientiane

Travelling between Bangkok and Vientiane is possible by Flight, bus, train, van and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 392.69 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 27.08.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Vientiane?

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 24 hours to travel between Bangkok and Vientiane depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bangkok and Vientiane. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 10m. Train+van does a much slower job and take about 23h 30m to reach Vientiane.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Vientiane?

Travelling between Bangkok and Vientiane can be as cheap as USD 27.08 if you opt for a Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด) bus and as expensive as USD 392.69 if you buy a Glassflower taxi 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 Bangkok and Vientiane ?

  • 5 from Bangkok to Vientiane starting from 06:25 Don Mueang Airport until 14:05 Suvarnabhumi Airport
  • 1 from Bangkok to Vientiane starting from 20:00 Mochit until 20:00 Mochit
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Bangkok to Vientiane starting from 16:00 Khao San Tara Travel until 16:00 Khao San Tara Travel
  • 2 from Bangkok to Vientiane starting from 00:00 Bangkok Transfer until 00:00 Bangkok Transfer

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

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 Bangkok to Vientiane, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 58.14.

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 Bangkok and Vientiane

Lao Airlines, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์)

Bus

Travelling from Bangkok 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 Bangkok and Vientiane

Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Bangkok and Vientiane

Glassflower

What is the most popular transport to get from Bangkok to Vientiane?

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

  • 90% opted for a bus
  • 7% chosen Bus+Van
  • 2% decided to fly
  • 1% Other