Vans from Vientiane to Vang Vieng

Vans from Vientiane to Vang Vieng

Vientiane
Vang Vieng
Sat, Jun 13
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Vientiane to Vang Vieng Destination Reviews

KC
Keylee C
(This is for the Vientiane -> Vang Vieng bus/van). It was okay. It was not the same van/bus as the picture, it was much older. But it worked so I don’t really care. Our hotel was out of the pick up area so we went to the sarah transport office (near veintiane night market area) 30min before the time it was scheduled for like we were told. We didnt end up getting picked up until 30min after the initial time we were given - so we were there waiting for almost an hour. Didn’t bother us, but that information just wasn’t clear. We were fine waiting there though, there was outlets to charge our phone and it was cool in the building.
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Jun 8, 2026
GM
Grayson M
Sadly I was missed in hotel transfer pickup. When I messaged asking what time I would be picked up (20 minutes after specified pickup time), they responded that they are already on their way to the destination and asked if I was picked up. I said no. They then said they were on their way back, and I was picked up, however that transport operator was not Family Service, so I am not quite sure what happened there... End of the day I got to where I was going
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Jun 7, 2026
DM
David M
Pickup was punctual. Must people were ready at their respective hotels except a group of locals who had not finished breakfast so we had to wait 20 minutes. IMO the driver should not wait - if they're late it's their problem. Then tanked up. Then passed out hotel 1 hour after being picked up there But when we finally got glon the highway to VV it was fast and smooth. Just too much racing about back lanes in VTN.
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Apr 13, 2026
AO
Alelie O
Excellent. Vientiene to Viang viene. on time, driver was nice
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Apr 4, 2026
CC
Consuelo C
He didn’t take me to the drop off choose
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Minivan, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Mar 10, 2026
LF
Luise F
To late. Minivan changed into a Bus. Bus needed even more time.
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Minivan + Bus, Buasai Travel, Mar 8, 2026
GL
Guillaume L
Replaced mini bus by bus and took more than 1 hour to depart
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Feb 16, 2026
CR
Christopher R
Ok. Bus broke down on route but was fixed in an hour
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Feb 14, 2026
MB
Margriet B
I booked in time for a minivan to Vang Vieng, but "they" forgot to pick me up. They brouwt me to al local busstation where I had to wait more than 2 hours before we left. It's a pity. Other transport with 12Go in Laos went well!
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Standard, Family Service (Family Service), Feb 4, 2026
UW
Ursula W
We booked two trips with Sarah Transport (Vientiane -> Vang Vieng and Vang Vieng -> Pakse via overnight bus). Both times everything worked well. For the night bus trip there were long waiting times at the office of Sarah Transport in Vientiane and again at the bus terminal. But these were communicated clearly beforehand and we knew what we signed up for. We were a bit nervous about the night bus but they did a good job explaining everything. They brought us to the bus station and walked us to the bus we needed to take. The night bus itself was an adventure, for sure. IF YOU ARE A SOLO TRAVELLER be aware that you'll share your bed with another person. The beds are quite small and I doubt it's possible to sleep in there without physical contact. If you don't mind, you're good. In case that's a problem for you, you might want to find yourself a travel companion beforehand that you don't mind spooning for the 10h you'll be on that bus (we arrived at 7:00am, scheduled arrival was at 8:00am). We travelled as a married couple so that was fine.
Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Van Minivan, Sarah Transport Laos (Sarah Transport Sole Co., Ltd), Feb 1, 2026
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Vientiane to Vang Vieng Van Schedule

OperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
RG Adventure
Van
07:00
11:00
$6.45
  3.1
RG Adventure
Taxi + Taxi
08:00
10:00
$11.62
Family Service
Taxi + Minivan
08:30
11:00
$6.62
  4.5
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan
09:00
11:00
$7.38
  4.7
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan
10:30
12:30
$8.20
  4.7
Family Service
Taxi + Minivan
11:30
14:00
$6.62
  4.5
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan
12:00
14:00
$7.38
  4.7
RG Adventure
Van
13:00
17:00
$6.45
  3.1
Family Service
Taxi + Minivan
13:30
16:00
$6.62
  4.5
Chanthachone Transportation
Minivan
14:00
17:00
$14.96
RG Adventure
Van
15:00
19:00
$6.45
  3.1
Sarah Transport Laos
Minivan
18:30
20:30
$8.20
  4.7

How to get from Vientiane to Vang Vieng by van

Vans are a faster alternative to buses; vans usually offer more scheduled departures than buses or other means of transport over the same route; vans may serve the routes not served by buses, trains, or flights. What other reasons do you need to opt for a van? Ah! Very often, they are much more affordable than any other means of transport. Van from Vientiane to Vang Vieng departs regularly according to the schedule and is a decent option to get to your destination at a reasonable price. Now van tickets can be booked online what makes planning of your trip more convenient. Before you book your van ticket, remember to read other travellers’ reviews on your operator’s service to ensure it meets your expectations.

Currently the following operators can help you to travel from Vientiane to Vang Vieng by van: .

How far is Vientiane from Vang Vieng?

Vientiane sits 44 km from Vang Vieng.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Vang Vieng by van?

Vans cover the distance between Vientiane and Vang Vieng in 2h – 2h hours. Do note that though vans usually stick to their schedule, your journey can take longer if traffic is excessive or the weather is bad. The worst periods in the sense of violation of the timetable is long weekends, national holidays, school vacations and peak season. With roads stuck with traffic do expect delays. Stormy weather with heavy rains or snowfalls can also cause your arrival time to change. Yet in general you can rely on the timing declared by the operator.

The fastest service on this route is provided by RG Adventure. RG Adventure’s vans travel slower than others.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Vang Vieng by van?

Opposite to, say, buses, normally vans do not offer a great variety in the sense of ticket class hence the price of the ticket is the same for all seats in a van. Note that some seats offer more comfort during the ride. E.g. in some vans the passenger seat by the driver is also available. If you are lucky enough to get it, you may have more space and definitely a better view there. Similarly, in some vans seats in the back row may be a disappointment as they do not recline due to the trunk filled with travellers’ luggage.

To hop onto a van between Vientiane and Vang Vieng expect to pay from USD 19.83 to USD 19.83. The more convenient the ride, the more you pay – either for extra space or for less stops enroute. RG Adventure is the cheapest operator on the route while RG Adventure is the most expensive one.

Travelling by van essentials

  • Ensure to check carefully from where your van departs. In many cases vans are stationed not at the city main bus station but elsewhere. Individual van operators may have their own van stops located anywhere, and one and the same operator may sell tickets to their vans from different stops. If you are planning a bus-van connection, be sure you understand where to catch your van as it is easy to assume that vans leave from the same station where buses arrive. No, it is not necessarily so!
  • There are different types of vans accommodating from 9 to 15 or more passengers. While on certain routes you have no alternative, on others you can choose. The rule of thumb – fewer seats mean more leg space and more comfort. As well as more money for your ticket. But this is probably the case when it is worth investing into your seat a bit more.
  • Vans accommodating more passengers are often cramped and do not provide any additional space for your luggage. In many cases your ticket will include only one piece of luggage, often with limited weight. If you travel with huge suitcases or backpacks you may want – or even need – to buy an extra seat for your luggage. Before booking an extra seat for your luggage though do check with the operator if they allow it. If you did buy a separate seat for your luggage, and the driver during the way tries to pick up an extra passenger to put on a “vacant” seat, insist on right to use it as you paid for it.
  • There are obviously no on board toilets in vans but if your journey lasts over two or three hours there will normally be one or more bathroom stop(s) enroute. During the bathroom stop, take a note of your van number plate when you get off. It will make it easier for you to find the van among similar vehicles and in an unhappy case (hypothetically!) of van leaving without you, you can at least report it to the operator.
  • Van drivers are notorious for their driving style. Though many companies enforce strict speed limits on their vehicles they are often not observed. This is probably a major downside of van travel in some countries. Anyway, if speed limits are violated do not be shy to ask the driver to go slower. Normally there will be an information plate with the telephone numbers to call if your driver violates traffic rules – report each such case without hesitation. Also, do leave your review if not satisfied with the service to warn other travellers.
  • It is compulsory to use belts for all the van passengers. Even if your driver does not insist on it, use the belt for your own safety. Belts are sometimes fixed behind your seat – do not hesitate to release them and use as they are intended to be used.
  • Many vans do not have scheduled departures but depart when full. Sometimes waiting periods can be long, especially if you happen to come immediately after the previous van has departed or just in the end of the day when there are not so many passengers. Always make sure you understand whether your ticket is for a scheduled trip or otherwise. Normally operators who allow online booking of their tickets, provide scheduled service meaning your van will depart on time no matter how many passengers show up for the trip.

Transportation from Vientiane to Vang Vieng

Facts about the van from Vientiane to Vang Vieng

Cheapest Van$8
Fastest Van2h
Earliest Van12:00 AM
Latest Van1:30 PM
Daily Van Routes1
Distance44 kilometers
Van CompaniesChanthachone Transportation, Family Service, Laos Railway by Family Service, RG Adventure