What is the cheapest way to get from Phon to Vang Vieng?

The cheapest way to get from Phon to Vang Vieng is to train and Local Bus and bus which costs $10 - $85 and takes 12h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phon to Vang Vieng?

The fastest way to get from Phon to Vang Vieng is to drive which takes 5h 32m and costs $65 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Phon and Vang Vieng?

No, there is no direct bus from Phon to Vang Vieng. However, there are services departing from Phon and arriving at Vang Vieng Laos via Khon Kaen and Vientiane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 50m.

How far is it from Phon to Vang Vieng?

The distance between Phon and Vang Vieng is 389 km. The road distance is 389.3 km.

How do I travel from Phon to Vang Vieng without a car?

The best way to get from Phon to Vang Vieng without a car is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Phon to Vang Vieng?

It takes approximately 5h 46m to get from Phon to Vang Vieng, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phon to Vang Vieng bus from?

Phon to Vang Vieng bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Phon station.

Train or bus from Phon to Vang Vieng?

The best way to get from Phon to Vang Vieng is to bus which takes 8h 50m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $28 - $110 and takes 6h 28m.

Where does the Phon to Vang Vieng bus arrive?

Phon to Vang Vieng bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Can I drive from Phon to Vang Vieng?

Yes, the driving distance between Phon to Vang Vieng is 389 km. It takes approximately 5h 32m to drive from Phon to Vang Vieng.

Where can I stay near Vang Vieng?

There are 177+ hotels available in Vang Vieng.

Phon to Vang Vieng - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and Local Bus

There are 5 ways to get from Phon to Vang Vieng by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Muang Phon Station to Nong Khai
2. Take the bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng Laos
5h 46m
$14–54
Train, Local Bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Muang Phon Station to Khon Kaen
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen to Udon Thani
3. Take the bus from Udon Thani to Vang Vieng Laos
12h 9m
$11–84
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phon to Khon Kaen
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen to Vientiane Talat Sao Station
3. Take the bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng Laos
8h 50m
Drive 389.3 km
1. Drive from Phon to Vang Vieng389.3 km
5h 32m
$70–101
Train
1. Take the train from Muang Phon Station to Nong Khai
2. Take the train from Vientiane station to Van Vieng station
6h 28m
$28–104

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 389 km
Duration: 5h 46m

What companies run services between Phon, Thailand and Vang Vieng, Laos?

You can take a bus from Phon to Vang Vieng Laos via Khon Kaen and Vientiane in around 8h 50m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Muang Phon Station to Vang Vieng via Nong Khai, Thanaleng Station, Vientiane station, and Van Vieng station in around 6h 28m.

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