Vientiane → Vang Vieng
2026-10-30 · scheduled timetable
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Train Schedules
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Before you travel
What catches people out on Vientiane → Vang Vieng, and on this railway generally.
You can only book 3 days ahead
Domestic Lao-China Railway tickets go on sale three days before departure — not weeks. If you are planning a trip next month, there is nothing to book yet; ask us and we will queue it for the opening day.
The stations are outside town
Vientiane station is about 16 km from the city centre and Luang Prabang about 12 km. Allow 45 minutes for the transfer, and note the last shuttle leaves well before the train.
C trains and K trains are not the same trip
C trains are the fast ones. K trains stop at every station and take roughly twice as long for a lower fare — both run on the same line, so check the class before comparing prices.
Boten is a border station
If your journey continues to or from China, you get off at Boten with all your luggage and clear immigration before reboarding. Allow extra time and keep your visa paperwork to hand.
FAQ
How long does the train from Vientiane to Vang Vieng take?
Journey times are listed for every departure in the timetable above.
How much does a ticket from Vientiane to Vang Vieng cost?
Fares depend on the class you choose. Every quote on the results page shows the fare and our service fee separately.
Which station do the trains leave from on this date?
Chinese cities often have more than one station. Check the station printed on your ticket rather than the city name.
Do I need a printed ticket?
No. We book on your behalf and send you an e-confirmation before departure. Carry the same passport you booked with, since that is what staff check on board, and keep the confirmation on your phone.
How far in advance can I book?
Tickets open about 3 days before departure, and this page only shows dates inside that window. Popular dates and holiday periods sell out early, so book as soon as your date appears.
What should I know before booking this route?
C trains (EMU) and K trains (locomotive-hauled) differ by roughly double the fare. C is much faster; K has hard seats, more stops and takes nearly twice as long. Stations sit well outside town — Vientiane station is 16 km out, Luang Prabang 12 km — so allow transfer time.
Timetable maintained by our booking team and last checked on 2026-10-26. Seats are confirmed when we place your request with the national railway.