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

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Tonpheung is to train and ferry and drive which costs $35 - $75 and takes 13h.

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

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Tonpheung is to fly and drive which takes 4h 20m and costs $110 - $160.

How far is it from Vientiane to Tonpheung?

The distance between Vientiane and Tonpheung is 580 km. The road distance is 642.4 km.

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

It takes approximately 4h 20m to get from Vientiane to Tonpheung, including transfers.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Tonpheung?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Tonpheung is 642 km. It takes approximately 10h 58m to drive from Vientiane to Tonpheung.

Where can I stay near Tonpheung?

There are 48+ hotels available in Tonpheung.

Vientiane to Tonpheung - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, ferry, and bus

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

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Fly to Louang Namtha Airport, drive
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG)plane VTE - LXG
2. Drive from Louang Namtha Airport (LXG) to Tonpheungcar
4h 20m
$112–151
Train, ferry, drive
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vientiane station to Luang Prabang stationtrain
2. Take the ferry from Luang Prabang to Huay Xaiferry
3. Drive from Huay Xai to Tonpheungcar
13h
$38–74
Bus, train, Minivan, drive
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 - Naluang Station to Huay Xai - Bokeo Stationbus
4. Drive from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Tonpheungcar
16h 26m
$69–110
Drive 642.4 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Tonpheungcar 642.4 km
10h 58m
$116–167
Fly to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport, taxi
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane VTE - CEI
2. Take the taxi from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Tonpheungtaxi
6h 9m
$205–339
Fly to Luang Prabang International Airport, ferry, drive
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane VTE - LPQ
2. Take the ferry from Luang Prabang to Huay Xaiferry
3. Drive from Huay Xai to Tonpheungcar
11h 26m
$90–370

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG) flights

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Distance: 579.7 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Vientiane, Laos and Tonpheung, Laos?

There is no direct connection from Vientiane to Tonpheung. However, you can fly to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG) then drive to Tonpheung. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Vientiane to Tonpheung via Vientiane station, Luang Prabang station, Luang Prabang, and Huay Xai in around 13h.

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