From Vientiane to Thakhek - Book Transport Tickets from LAK 287,500

Vientiane to Thakhek Destination Reviews

Thierry C

VIP ? .3854407104472E+24; This bus is good to be crushed 14 € for that !!!

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Chanthachone Transportation, Mar 7, 2026

Stefan T

6 Hours of overtaking like hell, in a big Bus, some Close to death moments on a damaged seat, while stopping every 30 minutes to pick somebody up or drop off.

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Taxi + Bus, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 27, 2026

Gerardus J

I booked a daytime bus with regular seats. But as the bus was overbooked they put me in a Sleeper bus with uncomfortable berths which are way too small for me.

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Chanthachone Transportation, Feb 12, 2026

Linda

Bus was alright. Quite full - people wereseated down in the middle of the isle with camping stools as all the seats were taken. The booth were to redeem the ticket was also not open. Another booth/operator was friendly enough to exchange our 12Go Ticket into a physical ticket, which is necessary Other than that, it was good.

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Chanthachone Transportation, Jan 28, 2026

Hendrik J

A very old bus … No Seats but beds … dirty … two hours delay when we arrived… poor airco ..

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Chanthachone Transportation, Jan 22, 2026

Katrin R

The bus and the sleeping situation where perfect, the bad thing was that the bus arrives in thakhek at 2 a.m. and not as written in the booking confirmation at 5 am. We where lucky to find a hostel with late night check in otherwise we would have had to spend the night at the busstation

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Sleeper Bus, KP 79 Transportation (KP 79 Transportation), Jan 20, 2026

Pascal G

Very easy

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Chanthachone Transportation, Jan 7, 2026

David W

Time 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. trip

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Van + Bus, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Aug 5, 2025

Marie V

It was just as the site. It is confortable and efficient.

Vientiane to Thakhek, Bus Standard, Chanthachone Transportation, May 21, 2025

Emma L

Set 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 to Thakhek, Bus Sleeper, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Feb 12, 2025

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Vientiane to Thakhek Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Bus	Family Service	Taxi + VIP Bus	12:00	19:00	$14.23	2.5
Bus	Chanthachone Transportation	Standard	12:00	19:00	$17.01
Bus	Chit Prasong	VIP	13:00	21:00	$10.73	3.1
Bus	Chanthachone Transportation	Standard	13:00	19:00	$12.37	3.5
Bus	Soutchai Travel	Standard AC	13:00	21:00	$10.20
Bus	Soutchai Travel	Van + Bus	13:00	21:00	$10.20
Bus	Soutchai Travel	Sleeper	18:00	03:00	$13.01
Bus	Family Service	Taxi + Sleeping Bus	18:00	03:00	$18.56
Bus	Soutchai Travel	Minivan + Sleeper Bus	18:00	03:00	$13.01
Bus	Chanthachone Transportation	Sleeper	19:00	02:00	$18.56
Bus	KP 79 Transportation	Sleeper	19:30	04:30	$17.00
Bus	Chit Prasong	Sleeper	20:00	04:00	$13.07	3.4
Bus	RG Adventure	Sleeper	20:00	04:00	$18.56	5.0
Bus	Chanthachone Transportation	Sleeper	20:00	02:00	$13.92
Bus	KP 79 Transportation	Sleeper Bus	20:00	05:00	$17.00

How to get from Vientiane to Thakhek

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 372.23 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 13.42.

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

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 25 hours to travel between Vientiane and Thakhek depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Vientiane and Thakhek. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 5h. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 35m to reach Thakhek.

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

Travelling between Vientiane and Thakhek can be as cheap as USD 13.42 if you opt for a Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ) bus and as expensive as USD 372.23 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 Thakhek ?

7 from Vientiane to Thakhek starting from 13:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station until 20:00 Vientiane Southern Bus Station
7 by Bus+Van from Vientiane to Thakhek starting from 12:00 Vientiane Transfer until 19:00 Vientiane Transfer
4 from Vientiane to Thakhek starting from 00:00 Vientiane Transfer until 00:00 Vientiane Transfer

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Vientiane to Thakhek 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 Thakhek

Chanthachone Transportation, Chit Prasong (ຈິດປະສົງ), Family Service, 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 Thakhek

RG Adventure

Transportation from Vientiane to Thakhek

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Thakhek

Cheapest Transport	$14
Fastest Transport	5h
Earliest Departure	8:05 AM
Latest Departure	8:00 PM
Departures per day	18
Distance	250 kilometers
Transport Companies	Chanthachone Transportation, Chit Prasong, Family Service, KP 79 Transportation, RG Adventure, Sarah Transport Laos, Soutchai Travel, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air

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Vientiane to Thakhek