Luang Namtha to Vientiane

Luang Namtha to Vientiane

Luang Namtha
Vientiane
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Luang Namtha to Vientiane Destination Reviews

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Mohammad I
The seat for train K11 actually hard seat, not second class seat as advertised. To those who are not familiar, hard seat means the seat cannot be reclined, you will be sitting on 90 degrees seat for around six hours. The compartment is also a bit cramped, you have to be patient with another 5 passengers sitting besides and in front of you.
Luang Namtha to Vientiane, Train #K11 Second Class Seat, Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure ), Feb 4, 2025
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Luang Namtha to Vientiane Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
11:40
12:40
$60.92
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
11:40
12:40
$48.92
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
13:05
14:05
$61.87
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
13:05
14:05
$50.64
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
13:27
16:44
$34.42
  4.0
Train
Laos Fast Train
Business Class
13:27
16:44
$72.00
Train
Laos Fast Train
First Class
13:27
16:44
$62.95
Train
Laos Fast Train
Second Class
13:27
16:44
$43.15
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
14:10
19:17
$23.83
  4.0
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
15:00
20:17
$23.83
  4.0
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
15:35
16:35
$61.90
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
15:35
16:35
$49.49
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
16:20
17:20
$61.59
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
16:20
17:20
$50.64
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
16:44
19:59
$34.40
  4.0
Bus
Naluang
Sleeper
17:00
13:00
$30.31
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
17:32
20:56
$29.78
  4.0
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
First Class Seat
17:32
20:56
$43.80
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
Second Class Seat
17:55
21:26
$29.78
  4.0
Train
Laos Railway by RG Adventure
First Class Seat
17:55
21:26
$43.80

How to get from Luang Namtha to Vientiane

Travelling between Luang Namtha and Vientiane is possible by Flight, bus and train. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 58.90 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 29.79.

How long does it take to get from Luang Namtha to Vientiane?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 20 hours to travel between Luang Namtha and Vientiane depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Luang Namtha and Vientiane. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 20h to reach Vientiane.

How much does it cost to get from Luang Namtha to Vientiane?

Travelling between Luang Namtha and Vientiane can be as cheap as USD 29.79 if you opt for a Laos Railway by Family Service train and as expensive as USD 58.90 if you buy a Laos Railway by RG Adventure (RG Adventure) Train ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Luang Namtha and Vientiane ?

  • 4 from Luang Namtha to Vientiane starting from 13:27 Boten Railway Station until 16:44 Boten Railway Station

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Luang Namtha to Vientiane.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Luang Namtha to Vientiane, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 52.82.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Luang Namtha and Vientiane

Lao Airlines, Lao Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Luang Namtha to Vientiane overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Luang Namtha and Vientiane

Naluang

Train

Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.

Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.

What is the most popular transport to get from Luang Namtha to Vientiane?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 83% took a train
  • 15% decided to fly
  • 2% opted for a bus

Transportation from Luang Namtha to Vientiane

Facts about the transport from Luang Namtha to Vientiane

Cheapest Transport$30
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure1:20 дня
Latest Departure5:00 вечера
Departures per day4
Distance1000 kilometers
Transport CompaniesLao Airlines, Lao Airlines, Laos Railway by Family Service, Laos Railway by RG Adventure, Naluang