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

The cheapest way to get from Phon to Vientiane is to train which costs $7 - $45 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phon to Vientiane is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $7 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Phon and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct bus from Phon to Vientiane station. However, there are services departing from Phon and arriving at Vientiane Talat Sao Station via Khon Kaen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Phon to Vientiane?

The distance between Phon and Vientiane is 267 km. The road distance is 267.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Phon to Vientiane without a car is to bus which takes 6h 20m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 3h 38m to get from Phon to Vientiane, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phon to Vientiane bus from?

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

Train or bus from Phon to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Phon to Vientiane is to train which takes 3h 38m and costs $7 - $45. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 20m.

Where does the Phon to Vientiane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Phon to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Phon to Vientiane is 268 km. It takes approximately 3h 56m to drive from Phon to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 288+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Phon to Vientiane - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, taxi, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Phon to Vientiane by train, bus, car, taxi, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Muang Phon to Nong Khai25
3h 38m
$7–42
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phon to Khon Kaen
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen to Vientiane Talat Sao Station
6h 20m
Drive 267.7 km
1. Drive from Phon to Vientiane267.7 km
3h 56m
$48–70
Taxi, fly
1. Take the taxi from Phon to Buri Ram (BFV)
2. Fly from Buri Ram (BFV) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)BFV - VTE
6h 2m
$171–329

Buri Ram (BFV) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) flights

10Weekly Planes

5hAverage Duration

$128Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 267.2 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Phon, Thailand and Vientiane, Laos?

Thai Railway operates a train from Muang Phon to Nong Khai every 4 hours. Tickets cost $3–40 and the journey takes 3h 10m. State Railway of Thailand also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phon to Vientiane Talat Sao Station via Khon Kaen in around 6h 20m.

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