Vientiane to Champassak

Vientiane to Champassak

Vientiane
Champassak
Tue, May 21
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$35
 
 
$45

Other Options

Vientiane to Champassak Schedule

Vientiane to Champassak Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Sarah Transport Shared van 13pax 18:30 - 11:30LAK 940,593
Green Paradise Sleeping Bus + Mini Van 20:00 - 11:00LAK 814,876

Transportation from Vientiane to Champassak

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Champassak

Cheapest Transport$35
Fastest Transport14h 30m
Earliest Departure6:00 PM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day3
Distance725 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGreen Paradise, Sarah Transport, Soutchai Travel

Vientiane to Champassak Destination Reviews

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Bus Sleeping Bus + Mini Van, Green Paradise (Green Paradise), Jun 24, 2023
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How to get from Vientiane to Champassak

When you want to get from Vientiane to Champassak, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Bus ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 44.04. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 34.47.

How far is Vientiane from Champassak?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vientiane to Champassak. Your trip will be a total of 451 miles (725 km). The flying distance is 451 miles (725 km).

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Champassak?

The travel time from Vientiane to Champassak can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 15 to 20 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Champassak?

The cost of the trip from Vientiane to Champassak varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Green Paradise: travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 34.47 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Bus - a one-way Bus ticket can cost as much as USD 44.04.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Vientiane to Champassak:

  • Bus tickets - USD 34.47 to USD 44.04;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 34.98. From Vientiane to Champassak starting from 18:00 Vientiane Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Van price : USD 44.05;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 48.33. From Vientiane to Champassak starting from 18:00 4000 Islands Naga Travel until 18:00 4000 Islands Naga Travel
  • Plane tickets - USD 102.03 to USD 102.03;

How many trips per day are there between Vientiane and Champassak?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 18:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 3 available bus trips every day.
  • Flights from Vientiane to Champassak depart during the day - there are approximately 1 departures a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Champassak. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 102.03.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

  • It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
  • Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Vientiane to Champassak

Lao Airlines

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Champassak is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Vientiane to Champassak. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Vientiane to Champassak.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Vientiane to Champassak

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Vientiane to Champassak? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 50% decided to go for a bus.
  • 50% chosen Bus+Van