What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw is to bus and Mini Bus which costs $26 - $40 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw is to fly and taxi which takes 4h 17m and costs $190 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Nong Khiaw?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane station to Nong Khiaw. However, there are services departing from Vientiane North Bus Station and arriving at Nong Khiaw via Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 9m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw?

The distance between Vientiane and Nong Khiaw is 470 km. The road distance is 441.1 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw without a car is to train and taxi which takes 4h 37m and costs $85 - $120.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Nong Khiaw bus from?

Vientiane to Nong Khiaw bus services, operated by Chit Prasong, depart from Vientiane North Bus Station.

Where does the Vientiane to Nong Khiaw bus arrive?

Vientiane to Nong Khiaw bus services, operated by Chit Prasong, arrive at Luang Prabang Minibus Station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Nong Khiaw is 441 km. It takes approximately 6h 9m to drive from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw.

Where can I stay near Nong Khiaw?

There are 85+ hotels available in Nong Khiaw.

Vientiane to Nong Khiaw - 6 ways to travel via train, taxi, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw by train, taxi, bus, car, or plane

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Train, taxi
best
1. Take the train from Vientiane station to Oudomxay stationtrain
2. Take the taxi from Oudomxay station to Nong Khiawtaxi
4h 37m
$85–118
Bus, Mini Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vientiane North Bus Station to Luang Prabang Minibus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal to Nong Khiawbus
12h 9m
$26–36
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng Laosbus
2. Take the train from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Naluang Terminaltrain
3. Take the bus from Luang Prabang Minibus Station to Nong Khiaw Bus Terminalbus
8h 37m
$38–67
Drive 441.1 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Nong Khiawcar 441.1 km
6h 9m
$79–115
Fly to Luang Prabang International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane VTE - LPQ
2. Take the bus from Luang Prabang Minibus Station to Nong Khiaw Bus Terminalbus
5h 50m
$86–359
Fly to Louang Namtha Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG)plane VTE - LXG
2. Take the taxi from Louang Namtha Airport (LXG) to Nong Khiawtaxi
4h 17m
$192–241

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

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45 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 469.7 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Vientiane, Laos and Nong Khiaw, Laos?

You can take a vehicle from Vientiane to Nong Khiaw via Vientiane North Bus Station, Luang Prabang Minibus Station, and Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal in around 12h 9m.

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