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

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Pleiku is to bus via Thakhèk which costs $40 - $95 and takes 31h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Pleiku is to fly which takes 6h 35m and costs $130 - $420.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Pleiku?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane to Pleiku. However, there are services departing from Vientiane and arriving at Pleiku Gia Lai via Thakhek, Hue Southern Bus Station and Da Nang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 39m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Pleiku?

The distance between Vientiane and Pleiku is 735 km. The road distance is 966.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Vientiane to Pleiku without a car is to bus via Thakhèk which takes 31h 39m and costs $40 - $95.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Vientiane to Pleiku, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Pleiku bus from?

Vientiane to Pleiku bus services, operated by Soutchai Travel, depart from Vientiane station.

Bus or fly from Vientiane to Pleiku?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Pleiku is to fly which takes 6h 35m and costs $130 - $420. Alternatively, you can bus via Thakhèk, which costs $40 - $95 and takes 31h 39m.

Where does the Vientiane to Pleiku bus arrive?

Vientiane to Pleiku bus services, operated by Soutchai Travel, arrive at Thakhek station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Pleiku?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Pleiku is 967 km. It takes approximately 14h 54m to drive from Vientiane to Pleiku.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vientiane to Pleiku?

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Where can I stay near Pleiku?

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Vientiane to Pleiku - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, night bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Vientiane to Pleiku by plane, bus, night bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Pleiku (PXU)plane VTE - PXU
6h 35m
$135–419
Bus via Thakhèk
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vientiane to Thakhekbus
2. Take the bus from Thakhek to Huebus
3. Take the bus from Hue Southern Bus Station to Da Nangbus
4. Take the bus from Da Nang to Pleiku Gia Laibus
31h 39m
$44–93
Night bus, bus
1. Take the nightbus from Vientiane to Da Nangnightbus
2. Take the bus from Da Nang to Pleiku Gia Laibus
33h 6m
$61–94
Drive 966.6 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Pleikucar 966.6 km
14h 54m
$174–251
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Huebus
2. Take the bus from Hue Southern Bus Station to Da Nangbus
3. Take the bus from Da Nang to Pleiku Gia Laibus
31h 51m
$47–137

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Pleiku (PXU) flights

45Weekly Planes

10h 23mAverage Duration

$134Cheapest Price

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Distance: 734.7 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Vientiane, Laos and Pleiku, Vietnam?

Vietnam Airlines, Vietjet Air, and Lao Airlines fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Pleiku (PXU) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vientiane to Pleiku Gia Lai via Thakhek, Hue, Hue Southern Bus Station, and Da Nang in around 31h 39m.

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