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

The cheapest way to get from Guilin to Vientiane is to train and bus which costs $60 - $130 and takes 37h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Guilin to Vientiane is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $180 - $400.

Is there a direct train between Guilin and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct train from Guilin to Vientiane station. However, there are services departing from Guilin West and arriving at Vientiane station via Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 27m.

How far is it from Guilin to Vientiane?

The distance between Guilin and Vientiane is 1149 km. The road distance is 1506.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Guilin to Vientiane without a car is to train which takes 15h 27m and costs $120 - $210.

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

It takes approximately 5h 2m to get from Guilin to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Guilin to Vientiane train from?

Guilin to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Guilin West station.

Train or fly from Guilin to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Guilin to Vientiane is to fly which takes 5h 2m and costs $180 - $400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $120 - $210 and takes 15h 27m.

What is the time difference between Guilin and Vientiane?

Vientiane is 1h behind Guilin. It is currently 10:11 AM in Guilin and 9:11 AM in Vientiane.

Where does the Guilin to Vientiane train arrive?

Guilin to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Kunming South Station.

Can I drive from Guilin to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Guilin to Vientiane is 1507 km. It takes approximately 18h 21m to drive from Guilin to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 289+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Guilin to Vientiane - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Guilin to Vientiane by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane KWL - VTE
5h 2m
$182–394
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Guilin North 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
37h 37m
$63–124
Train
1. Take the train from Guilin West to Kunming South Stationtrain Hong Kong / ...
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
15h 27m
$124–205
Train, bus via South Bus Station
1. Take the train from Guilin West to Kunming South Stationtrain Hong Kong / ...
2. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
20h 2m
$99–154
Drive 1,506.5 km
1. Drive from Guilin to Vientianecar 1,506.5 km
18h 21m
$270–390
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Guilin to Hanoi Gia Lam Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Stationbus
46h 42m
$196–254

Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

18Weekly Planes

7h 5mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,149 km
Duration: 5h 2m

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

Beijing Capital, Hainan, and seven other airlines fly from Guilin Liangjiang International Airport (KWL) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Guilin West to Vientiane via Kunming South Station, Kunming South, and Vientiane station in around 15h 27m.

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