What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane is to bus and Mini Bus which costs $14 - $21 and takes 10h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $80 - $100.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Kaysone Phomvihane?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office and arriving at Mukdahan via Khon Kaen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 45m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane?

The distance between Vientiane and Kaysone Phomvihane is 292 km. The road distance is 347.9 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane without a car is to bus which takes 14h 23m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane?

It takes approximately 1h 11m to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane bus from?

Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane bus services, operated by Lao-Thai International Bus, depart from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office station.

Bus or fly from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane is to fly which takes 1h 11m and costs $80 - $100. Alternatively, you can bus via Khon Kaen, which costs $21 - $29 and takes 9h 45m.

Where does the Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane bus arrive?

Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane bus services, operated by Lao-Thai International Bus, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane is 348 km. It takes approximately 5h 42m to drive from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane.

Where can I stay near Kaysone Phomvihane?

There are 47+ hotels available in Kaysone Phomvihane.

Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihane - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Savannakhet Airport (ZVK)plane VTE - ZVK
1h 11m
$84–100
Bus, Mini Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station Vientiane to Udonthanibus
2. Take the bus from Udonthani Terminal to Kalasin Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Kalasin to Mukdahanbus
10h 9m
$14–21
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Khon Kaentrain 26 Nong Khai - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Class II Sleeper AC / ...
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen to Mukdahanbus
8h 30m
$17–51
Drive 347.9 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Kaysone Phomvihanecar 347.9 km
5h 42m
$63–90
Bus via Khon Kaen
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office to Khon Kaenbus
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen to Mukdahanbus
9h 45m
$21–29
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Savannakhet Bus Stationbus
14h 23m
$31–47

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Savannakhet Airport (ZVK) flights

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Distance: 291.6 km
Duration: 1h 11m

What companies run services between Vientiane, Laos and Kaysone Phomvihane, Laos?

Lao Airlines flies from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Savannakhet Airport (ZVK) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office to Kaysone Phomvihane via Khon Kaen and Mukdahan in around 9h 45m.

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