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

The cheapest way to get from Lijiang to Vientiane is to bus which costs $65 - $130 and takes 22h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lijiang to Vientiane is to fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $110 - $650.

Is there a direct bus between Lijiang and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct bus from Lijiang to Vientiane. However, there are services departing from Lijiang and arriving at Laos Vientiane via Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Lijiang and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct train from Lijiang to Vientiane station. However, there are services departing from Lijiang and arriving at Vientiane station via Kunming Station and Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 58m.

How far is it from Lijiang to Vientiane?

The distance between Lijiang and Vientiane is 1024 km. The road distance is 1436.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Lijiang to Vientiane without a car is to train which takes 15h 58m and costs $95 - $190.

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

It takes approximately 6h 15m to get from Lijiang to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lijiang to Vientiane bus from?

Lijiang to Vientiane bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, depart from Lijiang station.

Where do I catch the Lijiang to Vientiane train from?

Lijiang to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, depart from Lijiang station.

Train, bus or fly from Lijiang to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Lijiang to Vientiane is to fly which takes 6h 15m and costs $110 - $650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $95 - $190 and takes 15h 58m, you could also bus, which costs $65 - $130 and takes 22h 53m.

Where does the Lijiang to Vientiane bus arrive?

Lijiang to Vientiane bus services, operated by China Bus Guide, arrive at Kunming Station.

What is the time difference between Lijiang and Vientiane?

Vientiane is 1h behind Lijiang. It is currently 11:05 PM in Lijiang and 10:05 PM in Vientiane.

Where does the Lijiang to Vientiane train arrive?

Lijiang to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways C-Class, arrive at Kunming station.

Can I drive from Lijiang to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Lijiang to Vientiane is 1437 km. It takes approximately 17h 44m to drive from Lijiang to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 285+ hotels available in Vientiane.

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

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

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Fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport
best
1. Fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane LJG - VTE
6h 15m
$113–603
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lijiang to Kunming Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
22h 53m
$67–126
Train
1. Take the train from Lijiang to Kunmingtrain Lijiang
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
15h 58m
$96–185
Drive 1,436.7 km
1. Drive from Lijiang to Vientianecar 1,436.7 km
17h 44m
$258–372
Train to Diqing Shangri-La Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Lijiang to Shangri-Latrain
2. Fly from Diqing Shangri-La Airport (DIG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane DIG - VTE
7h 47m
$223–669
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Lijiang to Kunming Stationbus
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
19h 15m
$92–186

Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

18Weekly Planes

4h 48mAverage Duration

$109Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,024.1 km
Duration: 6h 15m

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

Qingdao Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Lijiang Sanyi Airport (LJG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Lijiang to Vientiane via Lijiang, Kunming, Kunming Station, Kunming South, and Vientiane station in around 15h 58m.

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