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 23h 30m.

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 to Vietnam. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Transfer and arriving at Hanoi Old Quarter via Vientiane Southern Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 30m.

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 23h 30m 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 Viet Lao Bus, 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 23h 30m.

Where does the Laos to Vietnam bus arrive?

Laos to Vietnam bus services, operated by Viet Lao Bus, arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter 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 4803+ 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
23h 30m
$33–50
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 21m
$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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