Vientiane to Pakse

Vientiane to Pakse

Vientiane
Pakse
Sat, Sep 21
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Best Options

 
$20
 
 
$148

Other Options

Vientiane to Pakse Schedule

Vientiane to Pakse Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Lao Airlines Economy #QV30507:40 - 08:55LAK 2,185,071
Hahn Air Systems Economy #H1647008:20 - 09:55LAK 3,114,443
Lao Airlines Economy #QV30311:30 - 12:45LAK 2,299,712
Lao Airlines Economy #QV30313:05 - 14:20LAK 2,169,543
Lao Airlines Economy #QV30714:05 - 15:05LAK 2,011,625
Lao Airlines Economy #QV30316:05 - 17:20LAK 2,318,328
Sarah Transport Laos Minivan + Sleeper Bus 18:30 - 07:30LAK 634,270
RG Adventure Sleeper 20:00 - 11:00LAK 589,998

Transportation from Vientiane to Pakse

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Pakse

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:05 AM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day12
Distance650 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChit Prasong, Family Service, Hahn Air Systems, KP 79 Transportation, Kriangkai Transport, Lao Airlines, Lao Skyway, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport, Sarah Transport Laos, Soutchai Travel

Vientiane to Pakse Destination Reviews

T
I used your site for the first time because I don't understand Lao well and I was worried that the bus tickets would be sold out. I knew about your site before because a Japanese YouTuber introduced 12Go. This time the bus fare was the equivalent of 4,600 yen in Japanese yen, but you and the bus company charged a commission of about 4,000 yen, which I was not happy about. The bus that was introduced on your site was a new bus with privacy in mind, with curtains on the aisle side. However, in reality it was an old bus and there were curtains only on the window side.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Apr 28, 2024
J
Would not recommend this trip. The journey took 5 hours longer than suggested, we arrived at 12pm instead of 7am. Beds were extremely uncomfortable. Bus broke down on the side of the road at 2am for at least an hour. Very dirty
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Apr 20, 2024
J
You can survive but it's anything but luxury. Windshield was broken, bus was run down but we arrived in time ;)
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Apr 2, 2024
CC
Bus was way older than the one I bought. Bus was loaded with a lot of things that weren’t from passengers even inside the bus.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Mar 21, 2024
FB
Good option to get from Vientiane to Pakse. Spacious Beds and good aircon. Pillows and blankets are provided. It looked like one of the better sleeper buses leaving the bus station. I would recommend it. Keep in mind you'll share your bed with someone else if you're traveling alone (otherwise buy 2 tickets).
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Feb 2, 2024
MH
Everything ok but only one stop and then in a place on the track where there was no decent toilet. Bit incomprehensible.
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Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Dec 23, 2023
JL
I booked 2 seats to make sure I’ll have a full bed for myself. Really comfortable trip 👍 Didn’t have to use the toilets so no idea how they are.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Oct 18, 2023
MH
14 hour journey took 20 hours! No mechanical issues or traffic instead stopping every 1-2 hours for cigarette and toilet breaks. Solo female traveller dropped off at 3am on the side of the road in pakse and told to get out instead of the bus station. Before getting on bus was told i had to pay extra 50,000 lak to get on. No explanation to why. Pay the extra £20 to fly. Wish i did
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Taxi + Sitting Bus, Family Service (Family Service), Sep 11, 2023
WK
As a solo female traveler I actually quite enjoyed this trip. I booked only one tickets so a Lao women was laying next to me but it was fine! You can sit up in your bed, get a nice blanket and snack package and I thought that the road wasn’t too bad!
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Mar 24, 2023
C
It’s a fast and simple way to travel from Vientiane to Pakse, but don’t expect to sleep much. It’s shaking A LOT the whole way.
Vientiane to Pakse, Bus Sleeper, Kriangkai Transport (Kriangkai Transport), Mar 15, 2023
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How to get from Vientiane to Pakse

Travelling between Vientiane and Pakse is possible by Flight, bus, van and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 147.64 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 19.79.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 13 hours to travel between Vientiane and Pakse depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Vientiane and Pakse. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 13h to reach Pakse.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Pakse?

Travelling between Vientiane and Pakse can be as cheap as USD 19.79 if you opt for a Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ) bus and as expensive as USD 147.64 if you buy a Hahn Air Systems flight 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 Vientiane and Pakse ?

  • 6 from Vientiane to Pakse starting from 18:30 Sarah Transport Vientiane until 20:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station
  • 4 from Vientiane to Pakse starting from 08:05 Vientiane Airport until 16:05 Vientiane Airport
  • 2 by Bus+taxi from Vientiane to Pakse starting from 18:00 Vientiane Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer

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

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 Vientiane to Pakse, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 67.17.

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 Vientiane and Pakse

Hahn Air Systems, Lao Airlines, Lao Skyway

Bus

Travelling from Vientiane to Pakse 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 Vientiane and Pakse

Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), KP 79 Transportation, Kriangkai Transport, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd)

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Vientiane and Pakse, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Vientiane and Pakse

Sarah Transport

What is the most popular transport to get from Vientiane to Pakse?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 62% opted for a bus
  • 32% chosen Bus+Van
  • 4% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 1% Other