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

The cheapest way to get from Vang Vieng to Pakse is to bus and night bus which costs $32 - $37 and takes 16h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vang Vieng to Pakse is to train and fly which takes 3h 50m and costs $110 - $320.

Is there a direct bus between Vang Vieng and Pakse?

No, there is no direct bus from Vang Vieng to Pakse. However, there are services departing from Vang Vieng Laos and arriving at Pakse via Vientiane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 30m.

How far is it from Vang Vieng to Pakse?

The distance between Vang Vieng and Pakse is 599 km. The road distance is 700.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Vang Vieng to Pakse without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 6m and costs $40 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Vang Vieng to Pakse, including transfers.

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

Vang Vieng to Pakse bus services, operated by Soutchai Travel, depart from Vang Vieng Laos station.

Where does the Vang Vieng to Pakse bus arrive?

Vang Vieng to Pakse bus services, operated by Soutchai Travel, arrive at Vientiane station.

Can I drive from Vang Vieng to Pakse?

Yes, the driving distance between Vang Vieng to Pakse is 701 km. It takes approximately 10h 35m to drive from Vang Vieng to Pakse.

Where can I stay near Pakse?

There are 46+ hotels available in Pakse.

Vang Vieng to Pakse - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, night bus

There are 6 ways to get from Vang Vieng to Pakse by bus, plane, train, night 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.

Bus to Wattay International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientiane
2. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Pakse International Airport (PKZ)VTE - PKZ
4h 33m
$102–178
Bus, night bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientiane
2. Take the night bus from Vientiane to Pakse
16h 30m
$32–37
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Van Vieng station to Vientiane station
2. Take the bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Pakse
12h 6m
$42–82
Drive 700.7 km
1. Drive from Vang Vieng to Pakse700.7 km
10h 35m
$126–182
Train to Luang Prabang International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Van Vieng station to Luang Prabang station
2. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Pakse International Airport (PKZ)LPQ - PKZ
3h 50m
$115–311
Bus, night bus via Pakse
1. Take the bus from Vang Vieng Laos to Vientiane
2. Take the night bus from Vientiane to Pakse
19h 30m
$35–58

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Pakse International Airport (PKZ) flights

22Weekly Planes

1h 3mAverage Duration

$90Cheapest Price

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Distance: 598.8 km
Duration: 4h 33m

What companies run services between Vang Vieng, Laos and Pakse, Laos?

There is no direct connection from Vang Vieng to Pakse. However, you can take the bus to Vientiane, take the bus to Vientiane Airport, walk to Wattay International Airport (VTE) airport, fly to Pakse International Airport (PKZ), then take the taxi to Pakse. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Vang Vieng to Pakse via Van Vieng station, Vientiane station, and Vientiane Southern Bus Station in around 12h 6m.

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