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

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Dunhuang is to train and bus which costs ¥1300 - ¥2200 and takes 41h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 10h 23m and costs ¥2200 - ¥9500.

Is there a direct train between Vientiane and Dunhuang?

No, there is no direct train from Vientiane station to Dunhuang station. However, there are services departing from Vientiane station and arriving at Dunhuang Station via Kunming South, Zhengzhou East Station and Lanzhou West Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 8m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Dunhuang?

The distance between Vientiane and Dunhuang is 2580 km. The road distance is 3680.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Vientiane to Dunhuang without a car is to train via Zhengzhou East Station which takes 41h 8m and costs ¥1800 - ¥2800.

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

It takes approximately 10h 23m to get from Vientiane to Dunhuang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Dunhuang train from?

Vientiane to Dunhuang train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Vientiane station.

Train or fly from Vientiane to Dunhuang?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Dunhuang is to fly which takes 10h 23m and costs ¥2200 - ¥9500. Alternatively, you can train via Zhengzhou East Station, which costs ¥1800 - ¥2800 and takes 41h 8m.

What is the time difference between Vientiane and Dunhuang?

Dunhuang is 1h ahead of Vientiane. It is currently 10:35 PM in Vientiane and 11:35 PM in Dunhuang.

Where does the Vientiane to Dunhuang train arrive?

Vientiane to Dunhuang train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Dunhuang?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Dunhuang is 3680 km. It takes approximately 44h 7m to drive from Vientiane to Dunhuang.

Where can I stay near Dunhuang?

There are 19+ hotels available in Dunhuang.

Vientiane to Dunhuang - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Vientiane to Dunhuang by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Dunhuang (DNH)plane VTE - DNH
10h 23m
¥2,286–9,491
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Panzhoutrain
3. Take the train from Panzhou to Guangyuantrain
4. Take the train from Guangyuan to Jiuquantrain
5. Take the bus from Jiuquan to Dunhuangbus
41h 42m
¥1,299–2,137
Train via Zhengzhou East Station
1. Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Zhengzhou Easttrain
3. Take the train from Zhengzhou East Station to Lanzhou West Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang Stationtrain
41h 8m
¥1,884–2,726
Drive 3,680.5 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Dunhuangcar 3,680.5 km
44h 7m
¥4,412–6,373
Train
1. Take the train from Vientiane station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Chengdu Easttrain
3. Take the train from Chengdu East to Lanzhou West Stationtrain
4. Take the train from Lanzhou West Station to Dunhuang Stationtrain
42h
¥1,344–2,556

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Dunhuang (DNH) flights

14Weekly Planes

12h 44mAverage Duration

¥2,285Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,579.9 km
Duration: 10h 23m

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

Sichuan Airlines, China West Air, and three other airlines fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Dunhuang (DNH) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Vientiane to Dunhuang Bus Station via Vientiane station, Kunming South, Zhengzhou East Station, Lanzhou West Station, Dunhuang Station, and Dunhuang train station in around 41h 8m.

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