What is the cheapest way to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane?

The cheapest way to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane is to Local Speedboat and train which costs $28 - $45 and takes 6h 28m.

What is the fastest way to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane?

The fastest way to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane is to taxi and fly which takes 4h 45m and costs $210 - $270.

How far is it from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane?

The distance between Pakbeng (Station) and Vientiane is 415 km. The road distance is 446.5 km.

How do I travel from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane without a car?

The best way to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane without a car is to Local Speedboat and train which takes 6h 28m and costs $28 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane?

It takes approximately 6h 28m to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane, including transfers.

Can I drive from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane is 446 km. It takes approximately 6h 54m to drive from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 285+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane - 7 ways to travel via train

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There are 7 ways to get from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane by ferry, train, bus, car, plane, or taxi

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Local Speedboat, train
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1. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Luang Prabangferry
2. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Vientiane stationtrain
6h 28m
$29–45
Local Speedboat, train, Minivan
1. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Luang Prabangferry
2. Take the train from Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal to Vang Viengtrain
3. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Bus Terminal to Vientiane Northern Bus Stationbus
10h 4m
$39–64
Local Speedboat, bus
1. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Luang Prabangferry
2. Take the bus from Luang Prabang Southern Terminal to Vientiane Northern Bus Stationbus
12h 14m
$32–66
Drive 446.5 km
1. Drive from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientianecar 446.5 km
6h 54m
$80–116
Local Speedboat, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Luang Prabangferry
2. Take the train from Luang Prabang Station to Vang Viengtrain
3. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientianebus
7h 40m
$40–63
Local Speedboat to Luang Prabang International Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Luang Prabangferry
2. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane LPQ - VTE
4h 53m
$81–342
Taxi to Louang Namtha Airport, fly
1. Take the taxi from Pakbeng (Station) to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG)taxi
2. Fly from Louang Namtha Airport (LXG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane LXG - VTE
4h 45m
$210–261

Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 415.3 km
Duration: 6h 28m

What companies run services between Pakbeng (Station), Laos and Vientiane, Laos?

There is no direct connection from Pakbeng (Station) to Vientiane. However, you can take the ferry to Luang Prabang, take the taxi to Luang Prabang station, take the train to Vientiane station, then take the taxi to Vientiane. Alternatively, you can take a ferry from Pakbeng to Vientiane via Luang Prabang, Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal, Vang Vieng, Vang Vieng Bus Terminal, and Vientiane Northern Bus Station in around 10h 4m.

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