What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane?

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane is to bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station which costs $27 - $50 and takes 24h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane?

The fastest way to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $110 - $180.

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi (State) and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct bus from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane station. However, there are services departing from Rạp Xiếc Trung Ương and arriving at Vientiane - Southern Bus Station via Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 23m.

How far is it from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane?

The distance between Hanoi (State) and Vientiane is 524 km. The road distance is 743.5 km.

How do I travel from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane without a car?

The best way to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane without a car is to bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station which takes 24h 10m and costs $27 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanoi (State) to Vientiane bus from?

Hanoi (State) to Vientiane bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, depart from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $110 - $180. Alternatively, you can bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station, which costs $27 - $50 and takes 24h 10m.

Where does the Hanoi (State) to Vientiane bus arrive?

Hanoi (State) to Vientiane bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, arrive at Vientiane - Southern Bus Station.

Can I drive from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi (State) to Vientiane is 743 km. It takes approximately 9h 57m to drive from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 302+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Hanoi (State) to Vientiane - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Hanoi (State) to Vientiane by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly from Noi Bai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)HAN - VTE
4h 32m
$110–171
Bus via Vientiane Southern Bus Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hanoi Old Quarter to Vientiane Southern Bus Station
24h 10m
$28–50
Drive 743.5 km
1. Drive from Hanoi to Vientiane743.5 km
9h 57m
$134–193
Drive to Sam Neua, fly
1. Drive from Xuân Mai to Sam Neua (NEU)
2. Fly from Sam Neua (NEU) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)NEU - VTE
5h 39m
$112–168
Bus
1. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Station
24h 23m
$37–62

Hanoi (State) to Vientiane by bus and foot

21Weekly Services

24h 23mAverage Duration

$37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 523.6 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Hanoi (State), Vietnam and Vientiane, Laos?

Vietjet Air, Vietnam Airlines, and Lao Airlines fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, Viet Lao Bus operates a bus from Hanoi Old Quarter to Vientiane Southern Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $20–45 and the journey takes 24h.

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