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

The cheapest way to get from Laos to Vietnam is to bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station which costs $30 - $50 and takes 22h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laos to Vietnam is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs $130 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Laos and Vietnam?

No, there is no direct bus from Laos station to Vietnam. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Southern Bus Station and arriving at Hanoi Old Quarter via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 10m.

How far is it from Laos to Vietnam?

The distance between Laos and Vietnam is 438 km. The road distance is 744.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Laos to Vietnam without a car is to bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station which takes 22h 10m and costs $30 - $50.

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

It takes approximately 1h 40m to get from Laos to Vietnam, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laos to Vietnam bus from?

Laos to Vietnam bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, depart from Vientiane - Southern Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Laos to Vietnam?

The best way to get from Laos to Vietnam is to fly which takes 1h 40m and costs $130 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station, which costs $30 - $50 and takes 22h 10m.

Where does the Laos to Vietnam bus arrive?

Laos to Vietnam bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, arrive at Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station.

Can I drive from Laos to Vietnam?

Yes, the driving distance between Laos to Vietnam is 744 km. It takes approximately 9h 59m to drive from Laos to Vietnam.

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

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Where can I stay near Vietnam?

There are 4764+ hotels available in Vietnam.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Laos to Vietnam by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)plane LPQ - HAN
1h 40m
$133–274
Bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Hanoi Old Quarterbus
22h 10m
$30–48
Drive 744.2 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Hanoicar 744.2 km
9h 59m
$134–193
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vientiane - Southern Bus Station to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus
24h 12m
$40–56

Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) flights

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Distance: 438 km
Duration: 1h 40m

What companies run services between Laos and Vietnam?

Vietnam Airlines and Lao Airlines fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) twice daily. Alternatively, Viet Lao Bus operates a bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Hanoi Old Quarter once daily. Tickets cost $28–45 and the journey takes 22h.

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