There are 5 ways to get from Laos to Xi'an by plane, train, car, or bus
Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.
Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport
best- Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY)plane LPQ - XIY
6h 26m¥1,843–3,965Train, bus
cheapest- Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming Southtrain
- Take the bus from Kunming East to Chengdu Eastbus
- Take the train from Chengdu East to Xi'an Northtrain
27h 46m¥875–1,987Train
- Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming Southtrain
- Take the train from Kunming to Xi'an North Stationtrain Kunming
22h 15m¥1,234–1,873Drive 2,600.9 km
- Drive from Vientiane to Xi'ancar 2,600.9 km
30h 2m¥3,111–4,494Fly from Wattay International Airport
- Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY)plane VTE - XIY
8h 20m¥1,236–3,655
Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) flights
Comparing Your Travel Options
The cheapest way to get from Laos to Xi'an is to train and bus which costs ¥850 - ¥2000 and takes 27h 46m.
The fastest way to get from Laos to Xi'an is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs ¥1800 - ¥4000.
No, there is no direct train from Laos station to Xi'an. However, there are services departing from Vientiane station and arriving at Shi Tushuguan via Kunming South, Kunming and Bei Kezhan. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 15m.
The distance between Laos and Xi'an is 1780 km. The road distance is 2600.9 km.
The best way to get from Laos to Xi'an without a car is to train which takes 22h 15m and costs ¥1200 - ¥1900.
It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Laos to Xi'an, including transfers.
Laos to Xi'an train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Vientiane station.
The best way to get from Laos to Xi'an is to fly which takes 6h 26m and costs ¥1800 - ¥4000. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥1200 - ¥1900 and takes 22h 15m.
Xi'an is 1h ahead of Laos. It is currently 10:19 AM in Laos and 11:19 AM in Xi'an.
Laos to Xi'an train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Kunming South station.
What companies run services between Laos and Xi'an, China?
China Eastern Airlines and Lao Airlines fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Vientiane to Shi Tushuguan via Vientiane station, Kunming South, Kunming Station, Kunming, Xi'an North Station, and Bei Kezhan in around 22h 15m.
- Website
- en.ceair.com
Flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport via Kunming
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 50m
- When
- Wednesday to Sunday
- Estimated price
- ¥1,300–3,900
Flights from Luang Prabang International Airport to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport via Noi Bai International
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 55m
- When
- Tuesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- ¥1,300–4,000
Flights from Wattay International Airport to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport via Kunming
- Ave. Duration
- 5h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ¥1,200–3,600
- Website
- ch.com
Flights from Wattay International Airport to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport via Tianfu International
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 45m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- ¥1,500–6,500
- Website
- csair.com
Flights from Wattay International Airport to Xi'An Xianyang International Airport via Changsha
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 25m
- When
- Wednesday and Friday
- Estimated price
- ¥1,000–4,500
- Phone
- 021-891888
- Website
- facebook.com
Train from Vientiane station to Kunming South
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 34m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ¥440–950
- Schedules at
- baolau.com
- Book at
- booking.baolau.com
- Second Class
- ¥440–600
- First Class
- ¥550–950
Train from Vientiane station to Kunming South
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 34m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ¥440–950
- Schedules at
- baolau.com
- Book at
- booking.baolau.com
- Second Class
- ¥440–600
- First Class
- ¥550–950
Train from Kunming to Xi'an North Station
- 2nd Class Seat
- ¥750–850
- 1st Class Seat
- ¥1,300–1,400
- Business Class Seat
- ¥1,800–2,700
Train from Chengdu East to Xi'an North
- 2nd Class Seat
- ¥290–320
- 1st Class Seat
- ¥480–520
- Business Class Seat
- ¥650–1,000
Train from Chengdu East to Xi'an North
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 16m
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- ¥200–470
- Schedules at
- chinahighlights.com
- Adult - 2nd Class
- ¥200–290
- Adult - 1st Class
- ¥340–470
- [email protected]
- Website
- chinabusguide.com
Bus from Kunming East to Chengdu East
- Ave. Duration
- 12h
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- ¥210–300
- Schedules at
- chinabusguide.com
- Bus
- ¥210–300
Want to know more about travelling around the world?
Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Read our range of informative guides on popular transport routes and companies - including The London Underground: Essential tips to navigate the Tube, Travelling by boat in Italy, and Travel Insider: Top Japan travel tips by Beatrix Holland - to help you get the most out of your next trip.
Booking & Getting There
Yes, the driving distance between Laos to Xi'an is 2601 km. It takes approximately 30h 2m to drive from Laos to Xi'an.
There are 344+ hotels available in Xi'an.