Luang Prabang to Vientiane Train Schedule & Tickets

5 trains run from Luang Prabang to Vientiane. The first departs at 09:48 and the last at 18:35. Fares start from 15.46 USD per adult. Operated by Laos-China Railway.

Quick answer: The train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane takes 1h 48m – 2h 54m depending on the train, with tickets from 15.46 USD.

  • Journey time1h 48m – 2h 54m
  • Fares from15.46 USD
  • Trains per day509:48–18:35
  • Night trainNo

Route summary

Fastest train1h 48mD83, departs 18:11
Lowest fare15.46 USD1 train, e.g. K11 at 16:31
Most departures16:00–19:003 trains in this window
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Timetable

Typical timetable. Pick a travel date above to check the live timetable and prices for that day.

TrainDepartsArrivesDurationFare classes (per adult)
C95 09:48 11:47 1h 59m
  • Second class Seat (C)20.98 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)32.02 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)58.08 USDBook
C91 12:28 14:31 2h 03m
  • Second class Seat (C)20.98 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)32.02 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)58.08 USDBook
K11not every day 16:31 19:25 2h 54m
  • Hard seat (K)15.46 USDBook
D83 18:11 19:59 1h 48m
  • Second class Seat (C)24.62 USDBook
C85 18:35 20:28 1h 53m
  • Second class Seat (C)20.98 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)32.02 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)58.08 USDBook

Timetable sampled on 3 upcoming days and updated 2026-10-16 03:07. Ticket prices are per adult. A service fee and payment fees may be added at checkout and vary by payment method. Check live availability for your date.

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Frequently asked questions

How many trains go from Luang Prabang to Vientiane?

5 trains in our timetable. Some may not run every day, so check the date you travel.

What time is the first and last train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane?

The first departs at 09:48 and the last at 18:35.

How much is a train ticket from Luang Prabang to Vientiane?

Tickets start from 15.46 USD per adult. A service fee and payment fees may be added at checkout.

How do I book?

Choose your travel date on this page, click Check availability & book, and complete the booking online.

What is the fastest train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane?

The fastest is D83, departing at 18:11 with a travel time of 1h 48m.

What is the cheapest train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane?

The lowest fare is 15.46 USD per adult, for example on K11 at 16:31.

How long does the train from Luang Prabang to Vientiane take?

It takes 1h 48m – 2h 54m, depending on the train. Tickets start from 15.46 USD.

Which station does the train from Luang Prabang leave from?

Trains from Luang Prabang leave from: Luang Prabang Railway Station. Check the station on your ticket before you travel.