Vientiane to Savannakhet

Vientiane to Savannakhet

Vientiane
Savannakhet
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Vientiane to Savannakhet Destination Reviews

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Fergus B
A very pleasant and easy journey. Had to swap 30 minutes outside Savannakhet to a minivan which was safe and easy. The beds are for 6ft tall or less, but comfortable
Vientiane to Savannakhet, Bus Sleeper, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Apr 3, 2023
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Vientiane to Savannakhet Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
RG Adventure
SUV 4pax
Any time
+8h
€258.96
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
07:30
08:15
€50.00
Bus
Family Service
Taxi + Local bus
08:00
17:00
€13.49
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
09:10
10:10
€53.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
14:45
15:30
€61.00
Flight
Lao Airlines
Economy
16:05
17:05
€49.00
Bus
Soutchai Travel
Sleeper
18:00
01:00
€11.35
Van
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan + Sleeper Bus
18:30
06:00
€13.59
Bus
Chanthachone Transportation
Sleeper
19:00
05:00
€16.18
Bus
Chit Prasong
Sleeper
20:00
10:00
€11.80
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How to get from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Travelling between Vientiane and Savannakhet 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 EUR 455.29 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere EUR 14.75.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 14 hours to travel between Vientiane and Savannakhet depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Vientiane and Savannakhet. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 14h to reach Savannakhet.

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

Travelling between Vientiane and Savannakhet can be as cheap as EUR 14.75 if you opt for a Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ) bus and as expensive as EUR 455.29 if you buy a RG Adventure taxi 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 Savannakhet ?

  • 3 from Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 20:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station until 20:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station
  • 1 by Bus+Van from Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 18:00 Sarah Transport Vientiane until 18:00 Sarah Transport Vientiane
  • 2 from Vientiane to Savannakhet starting from 00:00 Vientiane Transfer until 00:00 Vientiane Transfer

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

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 Savannakhet, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as EUR 75.78.

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 Savannakhet

Lao Airlines

Bus

Travelling from Vientiane to Savannakhet 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 Savannakhet

Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), KP 79 Transportation, RG Adventure

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Vientiane and Savannakhet

RG Adventure

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

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

  • 73% opted for a bus
  • 21% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 4% bought a taxi ride
  • 1% Other

Transportation from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Cheapest Transport€15
Fastest Transport1h
Earliest Departure8:00 오전
Latest Departure8:00 오후
Departures per day6
Distance700 kilometers
Transport CompaniesChit Prasong, Family Service, KP 79 Transportation, Lao Airlines, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport Laos