What is the cheapest way to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane?

The cheapest way to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane is to train and bus which costs $80 - $150 and takes 38h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane?

The fastest way to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $140 - $230.

Is there a direct bus between Guangzhou and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct bus from Guangzhou to Vientiane. However, there are services departing from Guangzhou and arriving at Laos Vientiane via Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Guangzhou and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct train from Guangzhou to Vientiane station. However, there are services departing from Haizhu Square and arriving at Vientiane station via Guangzhou South station and Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 48m.

How far is it from Guangzhou to Vientiane?

The distance between Guangzhou and Vientiane is 1301 km. The road distance is 1641.2 km.

How do I travel from Guangzhou to Vientiane without a car?

The best way to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane without a car is to train which takes 19h 48m and costs $120 - $290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guangzhou to Vientiane bus from?

Guangzhou to Vientiane bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Guangzhou station.

Where do I catch the Guangzhou to Vientiane train from?

Guangzhou to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, depart from Guangzhou South station.

Train, bus or fly from Guangzhou to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $140 - $230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $290 and takes 19h 48m, you could also bus, which costs $90 - $170 and takes 40h 2m.

Where does the Guangzhou to Vientiane bus arrive?

Guangzhou to Vientiane bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Kunming East station.

What is the time difference between Guangzhou and Vientiane?

Vientiane is 1h behind Guangzhou. It is currently 4:59 PM in Guangzhou and 3:59 PM in Vientiane.

Where does the Guangzhou to Vientiane train arrive?

Guangzhou to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways D-Class, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Guangzhou to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Guangzhou to Vientiane is 1641 km. It takes approximately 19h 28m to drive from Guangzhou to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 286+ hotels available in Vientiane.

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There are 5 ways to get from Guangzhou to Vientiane by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane CAN - VTE
5h 31m
$142–222
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Guangzhou South station to Nanningtrain
2. Take the bus from Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Stationbus
38h 59m
$81–149
Train
1. Take the train from Guangzhou South station to Kunming Southtrain Guangzhou South / ...
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
19h 48m
$123–284
Drive 1,641.2 km
1. Drive from Guangzhou to Vientianecar 1,641.2 km
19h 28m
$286–412
Bus
1. Take the bus from Guangzhou to Kunming Eastbus
2. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
40h 2m
$93–162

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

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4h 7mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,300.7 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Guangzhou, China and Vientiane, Laos?

Lao Airlines, China Southern Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Haizhu Square to Vientiane via Guangzhou South, Guangzhou South station, Kunming South, and Vientiane station in around 19h 48m.

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