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

The cheapest way to get from Xiamen to Vientiane is to train and bus which costs $95 - $200 and takes 2 days 5h.

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

The fastest way to get from Xiamen to Vientiane is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs $140 - $450.

Is there a direct train between Xiamen and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct train from Xiamen to Vientiane station. However, there are services departing from Xiamen and arriving at Vientiane station via Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 7m.

How far is it from Xiamen to Vientiane?

The distance between Xiamen and Vientiane is 1779 km. The road distance is 2227 km.

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

The best way to get from Xiamen to Vientiane without a car is to train which takes 24h 7m and costs $210 - $300.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Xiamen to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xiamen to Vientiane train from?

Xiamen to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Xiamen station.

Train or fly from Xiamen to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Xiamen to Vientiane is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs $140 - $450. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $210 - $300 and takes 24h 7m.

What is the time difference between Xiamen and Vientiane?

Vientiane is 1h behind Xiamen. It is currently 9:14 PM in Xiamen and 8:14 PM in Vientiane.

Where does the Xiamen to Vientiane train arrive?

Xiamen to Vientiane train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Kunming South Station.

Can I drive from Xiamen to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Xiamen to Vientiane is 2227 km. It takes approximately 26h 16m to drive from Xiamen to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 291+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Xiamen to Vientiane - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Xiamen to Vientiane by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane XMN - VTE
5h 20m
$145–446
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Xiamen to Guangzhou Easttrain
2. Take the train from Guangzhou to Nanningtrain
3. Take the bus from Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Stationbus
2d 5h
$97–192
Train
1. Take the train from Xiamen to Kunming South Stationtrain Xiamen
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Vientiane stationtrain
24h 7m
$212–299
Drive 2,227 km
1. Drive from Xiamen to Vientianecar 2,227 km
26h 16m
$399–577

Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

42Weekly Planes

6h 11mAverage Duration

$149Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,779.2 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Xiamen, China and Vientiane, Laos?

China Eastern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, and three other airlines fly from Xiamen Gaoqi International Airport (XMN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train from Xiamen to Vientiane via Kunming South Station, Kunming South, and Vientiane station in around 24h 7m.

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