What is the cheapest way to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos?

The cheapest way to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos is to train which costs $40 - $75 and takes 6h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos?

The fastest way to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos is to fly which takes 4h 21m and costs $130 - $430.

Is there a direct train between Xishuangbanna and Laos?

No, there is no direct train from Xishuangbanna station to Laos station. However, there are services departing from Xishuangbanna Station and arriving at Vientiane station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Xishuangbanna to Laos?

The distance between Xishuangbanna and Laos is 578 km. The road distance is 765.6 km.

How do I travel from Xishuangbanna to Laos without a car?

The best way to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs $40 - $75.

How long does it take to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos?

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Xishuangbanna to Laos train from?

Xishuangbanna to Laos train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Xishuangbanna Station.

Train or fly from Xishuangbanna to Laos?

The best way to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs $40 - $75. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $130 - $430 and takes 4h 21m.

What is the time difference between Xishuangbanna and Laos?

Laos is 1h behind Xishuangbanna. It is currently 3:47 AM in Xishuangbanna and 2:47 AM in Laos.

Where does the Xishuangbanna to Laos train arrive?

Xishuangbanna to Laos train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Vientiane station.

Can I drive from Xishuangbanna to Laos?

Yes, the driving distance between Xishuangbanna to Laos is 766 km. It takes approximately 10h 16m to drive from Xishuangbanna to Laos.

Where can I stay near Laos?

There are 287+ hotels available in Laos.

Xishuangbanna to Laos - 6 ways to travel via train, car, plane, bus, and taxi

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There are 6 ways to get from Xishuangbanna to Laos by train, car, plane, bus, or taxi

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Vientiane stationtrain
6h 35m
$40–72
Drive 765.6 km
1. Drive from Xishuangbanna to Vientianecar 765.6 km
10h 16m
$138–199
Fly Jinghong to Wattay International Airport
1. Fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane JHG - VTE
4h 21m
$133–423
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Van Vieng stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientianebus
7h 48m
$43–71
Train, taxi to Louang Namtha Airport, fly to Wattay International Airport
1. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Boten stationtrain
2. Take the taxi from Boten station to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG)taxi
3. Fly from Louang Namtha Airport (LXG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane LXG - VTE
6h 35m
$103–146
Fly Jinghong to Xieng Khouang Airport
1. Fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH)plane JHG - XKH
14h 26m
$82–492

Jinghong (JHG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

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1h 10mAverage Duration

$72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 578.2 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Xishuangbanna, China and Laos?

Laos - China Railway operates a train from Xishuangbanna Station to Vientiane station once daily. Tickets cost $35–65 and the journey takes 6h 11m. Alternatively, Qingdao Airlines flies from Jinghong (JHG) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 3 times a week.

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