What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Laos?

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Laos is to bus which costs $35 - $55 and takes 23h.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Laos?

The fastest way to get from Hanoi to Laos is to fly which takes 3h 30m and costs $110 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi and Laos?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station station and arriving at Vientiane - Southern Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23h.

How far is it from Hanoi to Laos?

The distance between Hanoi and Laos is 525 km. The road distance is 742.9 km.

How do I travel from Hanoi to Laos without a car?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Laos without a car is to bus which takes 23h and costs $35 - $55.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Laos?

It takes approximately 4h 11m to get from Hanoi to Laos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Laos bus from?

Hanoi to Laos bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, depart from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Hanoi to Laos?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Laos is to fly which takes 4h 11m and costs $150 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $55 and takes 23h.

Where does the Hanoi to Laos bus arrive?

Hanoi to Laos bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, arrive at Vientiane - Southern Bus Station.

Can I drive from Hanoi to Laos?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi to Laos is 743 km. It takes approximately 9h 58m to drive from Hanoi to Laos.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hanoi to Laos?

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Where can I stay near Laos?

There are 285+ hotels available in Laos.

Hanoi to Laos - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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Fly to Wattay International Airport
best
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane HAN - VTE
4h 11m
$152–232
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Stationbus
23h
$35–55
Drive 742.9 km
1. Drive from Hanoi to Vientianecar 742.9 km
9h 58m
$134–193
Fly to Luang Prabang International Airport
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane HAN - LPQ
3h 30m
$112–253

Hanoi to Laos by bus

28Weekly Buses

23hAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 525.2 km
Duration: 4h 11m

What companies run services between Hanoi, Vietnam and Laos?

Vietjet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and Lao Airlines fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, HTX Van Tai 277 operates a bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $35–55 and the journey takes 23h. Huyen Chau also services this route once daily.

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