What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture is to train which costs $8 - $29 and takes 11h 51m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture is to fly and drive which takes 3h 38m and costs $45 - $95.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Vientiane Prefecture?

Yes, there is an overnight bus departing from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and arriving at Vientiane Talat Sao Station station. This bus operates every day. The journey takes approximately 15h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Vientiane Prefecture?

No, there is no direct train from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture station. However, there are services departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and arriving at Khamsavath Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 51m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture?

The distance between Bangkok and Vientiane Prefecture is 544 km. The road distance is 638.2 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture without a car is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $22 - $24.

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture bus from?

Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, depart from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture train from?

Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture is to bus which takes 11h 20m and costs $22 - $24. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $8 - $29 and takes 11h 51m, you could also fly, which costs $90 - $160 and takes 4h 15m.

Where does the Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture bus arrive?

Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, arrive at Udonthani station.

Where does the Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture train arrive?

Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Khamsavath Station.

Can I drive from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture is 638 km. It takes approximately 9h 6m to drive from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture?

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Where can I stay near Vientiane Prefecture?

There are 293+ hotels available in Vientiane Prefecture.

Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture by plane, car, bus, train, or night bus

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Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Udon Thani International Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane DMK - UTH
2. Drive from Udon-Thani-Airport-UTH to Vientianecar
3h 38m
$49–92
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Stationtrain
11h 51m
$8–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Udonthanibus
2. Take the bus from Udonthani to Central Bus Station Vientianebus
11h 20m
$22–24
Night bus
1. Take the nightbus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Vientiane Talat Sao Stationnightbus
15h 21m
$16–150
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Udon Thani International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane BKK - UTH
2. Drive from Udon-Thani-Airport-UTH to Vientianecar
4h 2m
$46–98
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane DMK - VTE
4h 15m
$91–156
Bus to Suvarnabhumi Airport, fly to Wattay International Airport
1. Take the bus from ตรงข้ามเอ็นที่กรุงเกษม;Opposite N at Krung Kasem to สนามบินสุวรรณภูมิbus
2. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane BKK - VTE
4h 38m
$114–204
Drive 638.2 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Vientianecar 638.2 km
9h 6m
$115–166

Bangkok to Vientiane Prefecture by night bus

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15h 21mAverage Duration

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Distance: 543.8 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Vientiane Prefecture, Laos?

You can take a bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Central Bus Station Vientiane via Udonthani in around 11h 20m. Alternatively, State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Station once daily. Tickets cost $6–26 and the journey takes 11h 40m.

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