Facts about the bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek
| Cheapest Bus | $2 |
| Fastest Bus | 5h 30m |
| Earliest Bus | 11:30 AM |
| Latest Bus | 8:00 PM |
| Daily Bus Routes | 3 |
| Distance | 275 kilometers |
| Bus Companies | Chit Prasong, Family Service |
Buses from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek
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Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek Destination Reviews
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David WTime of departure Sunday 03 Aug for 1300 hrs
Vientiane ~> Thakhek
Received an email update at 9am the same morning of the departure to be in the hotel reception by 1100am.
Collected at 11:15 for a car transfer. on board the bus 1200 hrs.
The two of us were first on board. Bus eventually 95% full.
Seats comfortable, partial inclining seats like a plane. Tiny overhead storage. Standard under seat storage.
Main hold storage was dry and reasonably clean.
You may get the odd inconsiderate passenger who has their phone volume up load whilst flipping though annoying reels and clips ! Take ear plugs or covers.
Arrived an hour early, probably due to it being Sunday low traffic density.
Overall very pleased with the 12Go purchased $18 seat tickets.
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Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Van + Bus, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Aug 5, 2025
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Marie VIt was just as the site. It is confortable and efficient.
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Chanthachone Transportation, May 21, 2025
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Emma LSet off on time. It arrived at Thakek at 1.30am though. It seems this happens often so slightly annoying they don't advertise that better as you then have to find somewhere to sleep in the middle of the night (I'd recommend Lao home hostel)
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Feb 12, 2025
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Toasty DThey oversold the tickets so get there early. Some poor kids had to sit on stools in the aisle for 5 hours. Road is in much better condition than in the past. Way quicker trip now.
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus VIP, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Feb 7, 2025
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Tom MWe booked this (more expensive) option because the website said we would arrive at 9AM in stead of 4AM (the other options) and we didn’t want to arrive in the middle of the night. To our surprise, we arrived in Thakhek at 2AM in stead, resulting in a short sleep, still having to find a guesthouse in the middle of the night and spending more money than needed!
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Minivan + Sleeper Bus, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Jan 9, 2025
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Lilly SThe ride on the sleeper bus to Thakek was fine. We booked two seats and got one bed together as a couple. The beds were actually comfortable and they even gave us blankets, pillows and water. But it was a pretty small bed, I wouldn’t want to share it with a stranger. So better book two beds for yourself when you are travelling alone. When you book the ticket directly in the bus station, the ticket is only half the price of 12go Asia, just as a tip. The bus was actually so fast. We arrived already at 1am in Thakek. So better to book a hostel for the night with late check-in possibility. We didn’t have nothing booked and it was difficult to find a place to stay that late at night.
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Jan 5, 2025
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Brendan WTried to tell us that the bus was full and that we could don't get a refund during recommended
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Sleeper, RG Adventure (RG Adventure), Feb 18, 2024
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Bert BDecent, 1,5 house longer than advertised. Dont think is possible to make in the given arrival time so change it.
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Dec 10, 2023
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Fabian LAbsolutely on time, good driver. As a 1,85m tall person, I can only suggest to buy two tickets per person, if you zravel alone. You will get the complete berth then. With two tall persons it can be quite cozy :-)
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Nov 2, 2023
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Gianpietro Trip to go there was awful. The road is bumpy as hell and it was raining inside the bus.
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek, Bus VIP, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Sep 12, 2023
Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek Bus Schedule
| Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
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Chit Prasong | VIP | 13:00 | 21:00 | $10.62 | |
Chanthachone Transportation | Standard | 13:00 | 19:00 | $12.73 | |
KP 79 Transportation | Sleeper | 19:30 | 04:30 | $17.00 | |
Chit Prasong | Sleeper | 20:00 | 04:00 | $12.93 | |
RG Adventure | Sleeper | 20:00 | 04:00 | $19.09 | |
Chanthachone Transportation | Sleeper | 20:00 | 02:00 | $14.32 | |
KP 79 Transportation | Sleeper Bus | 20:00 | 05:00 | $17.00 |
Transportation from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Thakhek
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Buses$ 1.50
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Taxis$ 11.86
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Vans$ 1.50
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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How to get from Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus to Thakhek by bus
Bus travel remains one of the most affordable and convenient ways to travel between many destinations. Getting from Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus to Thakhek by bus may not be the fastest way of travel, yet many travellers prefer to rely on the bus on this route; with easy online booking and tickets of different classes for all tastes and budgets available, the bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus to Thakhek a conscious and budget-friendly option.
Check the timetable before you book your ticket and read other travellers’ reviews to choose the trip that suits you best. Note that there may be several bus terminals at your departure or arrival point – always double-check where you are leaving from and arriving to. It may prove crucial if you have connecting trips.
Here is the list of operators serving the route: .
How far is Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus from Thakhek?
If travelling by bus, you will cover the distance of 275 km between Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus and Thakhek.
How long does it take to get from Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus to Thakhek by bus?
Buses normally need between 7h and 8h hours to get to Thakhek from Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus. Note that the travel time is for your reference only and can depend on different factors such as traffic and weather conditions. Heavy rainfalls almost inevitably make the trip longer due to poor visibility or floods. Road and surface repairs which happen quite often, result in detours and longer travel times. Major national holidays, long weekends, or peak season periods may cause delays both in departures and arrivals – plan accordingly to avoid disappointment, especially if you have further connections and a tight schedule.
On this route, Family Service offers the fastest service. Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ) buses usually take the longest time to complete the journey.
Remember, though, that tickets offering the shortest travel time are normally the most expensive ones. Yet it pays to spend a bit more to ensure your bus goes direct without additional stops and uses highways instead of local roads.
How much does it cost to get from Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus to Thakhek by bus?
The price of your bus ticket will depend not only on the distance you need to cover but on the class of your coach. E.g. expect to shell out more for VIP or sleeper buses while ordinary buses though being the cheapest option, often are a compromise on comfort and travel time. Of course, they do their job, too, and can be the only option if you hop on/off in the middle of the route.
Anyway, travelling by bus between Vientiane Southern Bus Station, bus and Thakhek remains an affordable option. The cheapest ticket is offered by Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ) and costs USD 13.27. A Family Service's ticket will set you back USD 13.27 on average.
Travelling by bus essentials
- If you are planning to travel during the high season, weekends, or national holidays, booking your bus tickets in advance is highly recommended. The demand is at its highest, yet very often, the number of coaches serving the route remains the same. The earlier you reserve your seat, the better. On some routes, you need to secure your ticket more than a month in advance; on others, a couple-of-days advanced booking is enough. During such periods, try to book online beforehand whenever possible, as showing up at the bus station without a ticket may result in many-hours of waiting in the queue or leave you downright stranded.
- VIP, 1st, Gold, and similar bus tickets are the most expensive option, but they provide a higher level of comfort. Normally the price of such tickets will include wide soft reclining seats, blankets, water and snacks or lunch, and sometimes some toiletries. Upper-class buses travel faster, make fewer stops during the route, and normally provide more spacious seating to their passengers and a better travel experience.
- Not all buses have an on-board toilet, but generally, for all trips longer than three hours, all operators schedule a bathroom and/or a lunch stop. While operators definitely do their best to keep on-board toilets clean, the smell may be an issue sometimes. For longer trips, booking a seat a bit farther from the toilet may be a good idea. Also, using bathroom stops for your toilet needs is always better than trying to find your balance in an on-board toilet on the run.
- If you travel by an air-con bus, make sure to pack layers. A hoodie, a warm scarf, or a beanie hat may prove a good idea. Air-conditioning on buses tends to be excessive, and running nose and sore throats abound after even not the longest bus rides.
- Always use the security belts even if your bus ride attendant or driver does not insist on it. Your safety comes first – for you, for sure. All buses normally are equipped with security belts, but they may be fixed behind your seat. Take time to find the belt and fix it appropriately.
- To avoid being disturbed by overhead lights, switched on during stops even at night, and too loud music or sound from the on-board entertainment system, have earplugs and a sleeping mask at hand.
- As a courtesy to other passengers, avoid using strong perfumes or smelly foods. Some foods like cheeses or durians are forbidden to take on-board – check in advance. Alcohol is also prohibited on the majority of buses.
- Note that if the bus requires refuelling en-route, passengers will be asked to get off the bus. Operators are not allowed to refuel with passengers on board due to safety reasons. Usually, it takes from 5 to 10 minutes and is often combined with a toilet/lunch stop.
- If not stated otherwise in your tickets, arrive at the bus station 20-30 minutes before departure. It will give you enough time to find the departure platform and check-in. For international trips, you may need more time for check-in and border formalities.