What is the cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Vientiane?

The cheapest way to get from Xi'an to Vientiane is to train and bus via Chengdu which costs $110 - $190 and takes 33h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xi'an to Vientiane?

The fastest way to get from Xi'an to Vientiane is to fly which takes 8h 3m and costs $110 - $600.

Is there a direct train between Xi'an and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct train from Xi'an to Vientiane station. However, there are services departing from Shi Tushuguan and arriving at Vientiane station via Xi'an North Station, Qujing North and Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 12m.

How far is it from Xi'an to Vientiane?

The distance between Xi'an and Vientiane is 1964 km. The road distance is 2599.6 km.

How do I travel from Xi'an to Vientiane without a car?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Vientiane without a car is to train which takes 23h 12m and costs $180 - $280.

How long does it take to get from Xi'an to Vientiane?

It takes approximately 8h 3m to get from Xi'an to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xi'an to Vientiane train from?

Xi'an to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Xi'an North Station.

Train or fly from Xi'an to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Xi'an to Vientiane is to fly which takes 8h 3m and costs $110 - $600. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $180 - $280 and takes 23h 12m.

What is the time difference between Xi'an and Vientiane?

Vientiane is 1h behind Xi'an. It is currently 9:04 PM in Xi'an and 8:04 PM in Vientiane.

Where does the Xi'an to Vientiane train arrive?

Xi'an to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Qujing North Station.

Can I drive from Xi'an to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Xi'an to Vientiane is 2600 km. It takes approximately 30h 2m to drive from Xi'an to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 289+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Xi'an to Vientiane - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Xi'an to Vientiane by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
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1. Fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane XIY - VTE
8h 3m
$113–557
Train
1. Take the train from Xi'an North Station to Qujing North Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Qujing North to Kunming Southtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
23h 12m
$185–279
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Xi'an North Station to Kunmingtrain Xi'an
2. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
27h 25m
$161–227
Drive 2,599.6 km
1. Drive from Xi'an to Vientianecar 2,599.6 km
30h 2m
$466–673
Train, bus via Chengdu
1. Take the train from Xian North Station to Chengdu Easttrain
2. Take the bus from Chengdu East to Kunmingbus
3. Take the bus from Kunming South to Laos Vientianebus
33h 58m
$114–184

Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

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5h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,964 km
Duration: 8h 3m

What companies run services between Xi'an, China and Vientiane, Laos?

China Eastern Airlines, Tibet Airlines Corporation, and five other airlines fly from Xi'An Xianyang International Airport (XIY) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a subway from Shi Tushuguan to Vientiane via Bei Kezhan, Xi'an North Station, Qujing North Station, Qujing North, Kunming South, and Vientiane station in around 23h 12m.

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