Vientiane to Champassak

Vientiane to Champassak

Vientiane
Champassak
Sat, May 18
One Way
NaN Passengers

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Vientiane to Champassak Schedule

Vientiane to Champassak Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Green Paradise Sleeping Bus + Mini Van + Ferry 20:00 - 11:50LAK 755,823

Transportation from Vientiane to Champassak

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Champassak

Cheapest Transport$35
Fastest Transport15h
Earliest Departure6:00 晚上
Latest Departure8:00 晚上
Departures per day7
Distance750 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreen Paradise, Sarah Transport, Soutchai Travel

Vientiane to Champassak Destination Reviews

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Bus Sleeping Bus + Mini Van, Green Paradise (Green Paradise), Jun 24, 2023
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How to get from Vientiane to Champassak

Travelling between Vientiane and Champassak is possible by Bus, van and taxi. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 44.09 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 34.11.

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

It can take you anywhere between 15 and 20 hours to travel between Vientiane and Champassak depending on the means of transport you choose.

Bus is the fastest way to travel between Vientiane and Champassak. Bus will bring you to your destination in 15h. Bus+van does a much slower job and take about 19h 15m to reach Champassak.

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

Travelling between Vientiane and Champassak can be as cheap as USD 34.11 if you opt for a Green Paradise bus and as expensive as USD 44.09 if you buy a Sarah Transport Bus 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 and Champassak ?

  • 5 from Vientiane to Champassak starting from 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane until 20:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station
  • 1 from Vientiane to Champassak starting from 08:05 Pakse Airport until 08:05 Pakse Airport
  • 1 by Bus+taxi from Vientiane to Champassak starting from 18:00 Vientiane Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • 1 from Vientiane to Champassak starting from 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane until 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane

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

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 Champassak, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 102.13.

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 Champassak

Lao Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Vientiane to Champassak 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 Champassak

Green Paradise, Sarah Transport

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 Champassak, 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 Champassak

Sarah Transport

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

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

  • 38% opted for a bus
  • 37% chosen Bus+Van
  • 25% chosen Bus+taxi