Vientiane to Luang Prabang Train Schedule & Tickets

6 trains run from Vientiane to Luang Prabang. The first departs at 08:00 and the last at 15:15. Fares start from 15.46 USD per adult. Operated by Laos-China Railway.

Quick answer: The train from Vientiane to Luang Prabang takes 1h 46m – 2h 44m depending on the train, with tickets from 15.46 USD.

  • Journey time1h 46m – 2h 44m
  • Fares from15.46 USD
  • Trains per day608:00–15:15
  • Night trainNo

Route summary

Fastest train1h 46mD88, departs 08:00
Lowest fare15.46 USD1 train, e.g. K12 at 08:25
Most departures07:00–10:003 trains in this window
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Timetable

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TrainDepartsArrivesDurationFare classes (per adult)
D88 08:00 09:46 1h 46m
  • Second class Seat (C)24.62 USDBook
K12not every day 08:25 11:09 2h 44m
  • Hard seat (K)15.46 USDBook
C92 09:20 11:38 2h 18m
  • Second class Seat (C)20.98 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)32.02 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)58.08 USDBook
D84not every day 11:25 13:11 1h 46m
  • Second class Seat (C)24.62 USDBook
C96not every day 14:05 16:48 2h 43m
  • First class Seat (C)32.02 USDBook
C86 15:15 17:26 2h 11m
  • 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 Vientiane to Luang Prabang?

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 Vientiane to Luang Prabang?

The first departs at 08:00 and the last at 15:15.

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

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 Vientiane to Luang Prabang?

The fastest is D88, departing at 08:00 with a travel time of 1h 46m.

What is the cheapest train from Vientiane to Luang Prabang?

The lowest fare is 15.46 USD per adult, for example on K12 at 08:25.

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

It takes 1h 46m – 2h 44m, depending on the train. Tickets start from 15.46 USD.

Which station does the train from Vientiane leave from?

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