Vientiane to Vang Vieng Train Schedule & Tickets

5 trains run from Vientiane to Vang Vieng. The first departs at 08:00 and the last at 15:15. Fares start from 11.62 USD per adult. Operated by Laos-China Railway.

Quick answer: The train from Vientiane to Vang Vieng takes 0h 52m – 1h 11m depending on the train, with tickets from 11.62 USD.

  • Journey time0h 52m – 1h 11m
  • Fares from11.62 USD
  • Trains per day508:00–15:15
  • Night trainNo

Route summary

Fastest train0h 52mD88, departs 08:00
Lowest fare11.62 USD3 trains, e.g. C92 at 09:20
Most departures07:00–10:002 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)
D88 08:00 08:52 0h 52m
  • Second class Seat (C)13.49 USDBook
C92 09:20 10:12 0h 52m
  • Second class Seat (C)11.62 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)17.48 USDBook
  • Business class Seat (C)30.73 USDBook
D84 11:25 12:17 0h 52m
  • Second class Seat (C)13.49 USDBook
C96not every day 14:05 15:08 1h 03m
  • Second class Seat (C)11.62 USDBook
  • First class Seat (C)17.48 USDBook
C86 15:15 16:26 1h 11m
  • 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 Vientiane to Vang Vieng?

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 Vientiane to Vang Vieng?

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

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

Tickets start from 11.62 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 Vang Vieng?

The fastest is D88, departing at 08:00 with a travel time of 0h 52m.

What is the cheapest train from Vientiane to Vang Vieng?

The lowest fare is 11.62 USD per adult, for example on C92 at 09:20 (and 3 trains in total at this fare).

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

It takes 0h 52m – 1h 11m, depending on the train. Tickets start from 11.62 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.