What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok is to train which costs ฿280 - ฿1000 and takes 13h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok is to fly which takes 3h 50m and costs ฿2900 - ฿6500.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane Prefecture and Bangkok?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vientiane Any Hotels and arriving at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Vientiane Prefecture and Bangkok?

No, there is no direct train from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok. However, there are services departing from Nong Khai and arriving at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok?

The distance between Vientiane Prefecture and Bangkok is 547 km. The road distance is 638.9 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok without a car is to bus via Nongkhai Bus Terminal which takes 8h 5m and costs ฿850 - ฿1200.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok?

It takes approximately 3h 52m to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok bus from?

Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok bus services, operated by Budsarakham Tour, depart from Nongkhai Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok train from?

Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Nong Khai station.

Train, bus or fly from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok?

The best way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok is to bus via Nongkhai Bus Terminal which takes 8h 5m and costs ฿850 - ฿1200. Alternatively, you can train via Nong Khai, which costs ฿350 - ฿1500 and takes 9h 20m, you could also fly, which costs ฿2900 - ฿6500 and takes 3h 50m.

Where does the Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok bus arrive?

Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok bus services, operated by Budsarakham Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok train arrive?

Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok is 639 km. It takes approximately 8h 52m to drive from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok?

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There are 10 ways to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Udon Thani International Airport, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Udon Kaew office, Nong Khai to Udon Thani Airportbus
2. Fly from Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane UTH - DMK
3h 52m
฿1,573–3,197
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Khamsavath Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
13h 5m
฿283–986
Bus via Nongkhai Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
8h 5m
฿849–1,205
Train via Nong Khai
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 26 Nong Khai - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Class II Sleeper AC / ...
9h 20m
฿353–1,492
Drive 638.9 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Bangkokcar 638.9 km
8h 52m
฿3,797–5,484
Fly Wattay International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane VTE - DMK
3h 50m
฿2,944–6,044
Bus to Udon Thani International Airport, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport
1. Take the bus from Udon Kaew office, Nong Khai to Udon Thani Airportbus
2. Fly from Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane UTH - BKK
4h 22m
฿1,733–3,357
Fly Wattay International Airport to Suvarnabhumi Airport
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane VTE - BKK
4h 25m
฿3,504–6,104
Drive to Loei, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Drive from Vientiane to Loei (LOE)car
2. Fly from Loei (LOE) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane LOE - DMK
4h 36m
฿2,736–5,141
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Any Hotels to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
13h
฿1,300–1,600

Vientiane Prefecture to Bangkok by bus

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Distance: 547.1 km
Duration: 3h 52m

What companies run services between Vientiane Prefecture, Laos and Bangkok, Thailand?

Budsarakham Tour operates a bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ฿650–1,000 and the journey takes 6h 5m. Alternatively, State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Nong Khai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal 4 times a day. Tickets cost ฿220–1,300 and the journey takes 8h 50m.

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