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Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang

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Vientiane Prefecture, Laos → Luang Prabang, Laos

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang

Cheapest
4 h 32 min
Car
316 km.
from $17

Transport providers

Airlines

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Wattay International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.57–$190.56

Lao Skyway

Website:
laoskyway.com/
Plane from Wattay International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$24.14–$49.54

Train operators

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Vientiane station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.24–$139.74

Bus operators

Chit Prasong

Phone:
‎(+84) 931 45 40 25
Email:
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/chit-prasong?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjR8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgyOTUtNjllMC03M2EyLTkwYjYtMTgxMWM4MWU3NjQ5LA
Bus from Vientiane North Bus Station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.23

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang is to bus which costs $19.57 - $20.65 and takes 7h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs $28.26 - $173.91 .

How far is it from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Vientiane Prefecture and Luang Prabang is 268 km. The road distance is 336.2 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $25 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 2h 18m to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang is to train which takes 2h 18m and costs $25 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $19.57 - $20.65 and takes 7h 8m, you could also fly, which costs $28.26 - $173.91 and takes 2h 5m.

What is the time difference between Vientiane Prefecture and Luang Prabang?

It is currently 18:11 at both, Vientiane Prefecture and Luang Prabang.

Can I drive from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang is 336 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Vientiane Prefecture to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 311+ hotels available in Luang Prabang. Prices start at $17.68 per night.
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