Vang Vieng to Vientiane Train Schedule & Tickets

6 trains run from Vang Vieng to Vientiane. The first departs at 10:46 and the last at 19:35. Fares start from 8.86 USD per adult. Operated by Laos-China Railway.

Quick answer: The train from Vang Vieng to Vientiane takes 0h 52m – 1h 19m depending on the train, with tickets from 8.86 USD.

  • Journey time0h 52m – 1h 19m
  • Fares from8.86 USD
  • Trains per day610:46–19:35
  • Night trainNo

Route summary

Fastest train0h 52mD87, departs 15:52
Lowest fare8.86 USD1 train, e.g. K11 at 18:06
Most departures17:00–20:003 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 10:46 11:47 1h 01m
  • Second class Seat (C)11.62 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)17.48 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)30.73 USDBook
C91 13:38 14:31 0h 53m
  • Second class Seat (C)11.62 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)17.48 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)30.73 USDBook
D87 15:52 16:44 0h 52m
  • Second class Seat (C)13.49 USDBook
K11not every day 18:06 19:25 1h 19m
  • Hard seat (K)8.86 USDBook
D83 19:06 19:59 0h 53m
  • Second class Seat (C)13.49 USDBook
C85 19:35 20:28 0h 53m
  • Second class Seat (C)11.62 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)17.48 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)30.73 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 Vang Vieng to Vientiane?

6 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 Vang Vieng to Vientiane?

The first departs at 10:46 and the last at 19:35.

How much is a train ticket from Vang Vieng to Vientiane?

Tickets start from 8.86 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 Vang Vieng to Vientiane?

The fastest is D87, departing at 15:52 with a travel time of 0h 52m.

What is the cheapest train from Vang Vieng to Vientiane?

The lowest fare is 8.86 USD per adult, for example on K11 at 18:06.

How long does the train from Vang Vieng to Vientiane take?

It takes 0h 52m – 1h 19m, depending on the train. Tickets start from 8.86 USD.

Which station does the train from Vang Vieng leave from?

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