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

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Jinghong is to train which costs ¥300 - ¥500 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Jinghong is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs ¥500 - ¥3200.

Is there a direct train between Vientiane and Jinghong?

No, there is no direct train from Vientiane station to Jinghong station. However, there are services departing from Vientiane station and arriving at Xishuangbanna Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Jinghong?

The distance between Vientiane and Jinghong is 491 km. The road distance is 776.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vientiane to Jinghong without a car is to train which takes 7h 49m and costs ¥300 - ¥500.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Vientiane to Jinghong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Jinghong train from?

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

Train or fly from Vientiane to Jinghong?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Jinghong is to fly which takes 1h 29m and costs ¥500 - ¥3200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥300 - ¥500 and takes 7h 49m.

What is the time difference between Vientiane and Jinghong?

Jinghong is 1h ahead of Vientiane. It is currently 2:07 PM in Vientiane and 3:07 PM in Jinghong.

Where does the Vientiane to Jinghong train arrive?

Vientiane to Jinghong train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Xishuangbanna Station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Jinghong?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Jinghong is 776 km. It takes approximately 10h 22m to drive from Vientiane to Jinghong.

Where can I stay near Jinghong?

There are 55+ hotels available in Jinghong.

Vientiane to Jinghong - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Vientiane to Jinghong by plane, train, car, or bus

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Jinghong (JHG)plane VTE - JHG
1h 29m
¥517–3,156
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vientiane station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
7h 49m
¥302–502
Drive 776.2 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Jinghongcar 776.2 km
10h 22m
¥900–1,300
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Transfer to Amari Van Vieng Hotel Transferbus
2. Take the train from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
8h 56m
¥364–594

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Jinghong (JHG) flights

3Weekly Planes

1h 20mAverage Duration

¥487Cheapest Price

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Distance: 491 km
Duration: 1h 29m

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

Qingdao Airlines flies from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Jinghong (JHG) 3 times a week. Alternatively, Laos - China Railway operates a train from Vientiane station to Xishuangbanna Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥240–430 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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