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

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Vientiane is to bus which costs $30 - $55 and takes 23h.

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

The fastest way to get from Hanoi to Vientiane is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $120 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi and Vientiane?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station station and arriving at Vientiane - Southern Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23h.

How far is it from Hanoi to Vientiane?

The distance between Hanoi and Vientiane is 522 km. The road distance is 743.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Hanoi to Vientiane without a car is to bus which takes 23h and costs $30 - $55.

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

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Hanoi to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Vientiane bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Hanoi to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Vientiane is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs $120 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 23h.

Where does the Hanoi to Vientiane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Hanoi to Vientiane?

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

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 298+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Hanoi to Vientiane - 3 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Hanoi 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
best
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)HAN - VTE
3h 45m
$120–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Station
23h
$30–55
Drive 743.5 km
1. Drive from Hanoi to Vientiane743.5 km
9h 57m
$134–193

Hanoi to Vientiane by bus

21Weekly Buses

23hAverage Duration

$30Cheapest Price

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Distance: 521.7 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Hanoi, 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, HTX Van Tai 277 operates a bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $33 and the journey takes 23h. Huyen Chau also services this route once daily.

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