Travel → VIENTIANE to SAVANNAKHET? ☀️

1. Bus to Savannakhet
2. Flights to Savannakhet
3. FAQ + Travel Tips
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From Vientiane to Savannakhet you can travel by bus/van and plane.

• • There are 2 ways how to travel from Vientiane to Savannakhet in Laos, by tourist sleeper intercity bus or minivan and by plane – direct flight. Savannakhet has an airport, and there is also a direct flight from Vientiane to Savannakhet by Lao Airlines, but this flight schedule is very limited and there are only about 1-2 flights per day. Travellers can use a bus connection on this route, if they do not have a private transfer. Travel distance of this route in Laos side is about 470 km  and transport by bus/van can take about 9-14 hours, direct flight takes only about 1 hour. There is no train between Vientiane and Savannakhet, because there is no railway. It is possible to book bus tickets or flights from Vientiane to Savannakhet online in advance. From Savannakhet you can travel to Pakse or Don Det in southern Laos.

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Savannakhet is a possible stop if you travel to southern Laos.

• • Savannakhet officially also known as Muang Khantabuli and also called Muang Savan, is a city in central Laos. With its 124,000 inhabitants, it is also the second largest city in the country. Savannakhet is also the administrative capital of the province of the same name and an important crossroads – lies at the border crossing with Thailand via the Mekong River and is also directly linked to the transition to Vietnam. Interesting places in Savannakhet: That Ing Hang Stupa,  Dinosaur Museum, Heuan Hinh (Stone House),  That Phone Stupa, Xayaphoum Temple. If you want to explore Laos on your own, read also this article: Transportation in Laos.

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How do I get from Vientiane to Savannakhet?

1. BUS / VAN from Vientiane to Savannakhet

The used low-cost transport option from Vientiane to Savannekhet in Laos is a trip by sleeper bus, or in combination with a minivan or minibus. So some companies arrange for you to be transferred by minivan from the hotel to the bus departure point in Vientiane and then continue by a mostly sleeper intercity bus to Savannkhet.

On this route from Vientiane to Savannakhet, you can use the services of companies such as Chit Prasong, RG Adventure, KP 79 Transportation, Soutchai Travel, Family Service, King of Bus and others. These companies mostly have classic Lao sleeper buses, some are older, but some can be more modern and comfortable.

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However, it should be added that traveling by sleeper intercity buses may not always be a comfortable option for everyone. Travel time by bus + minivan from Vientiane to Savannakhet, Laos is approximately 9-14 hours. However, this time may vary, it depends on the traffic situation and also on the fact that buses in Laos may have a delay in departure, so the exact stated times may not be observed.

A bus + minivan transfer from Vientiane to Savannakhet in Laos costs approximately $16-28/pp, but these prices can vary slightly throughout the year. Bus tickets to Savannakhet from Vientiane can be easily searched and purchased online in advance. It is also recommended to arrive at the departure point in Vientiane well in advance, at least 30 minutes before the bus departs.

Always read all transfer information and instructions when booking tickets and follow all instructions from transport companies. Some companies also accept tickets on the phone as e-tickets, so it is not necessary to print them.

You will see this information when searching for tickets. The bus transfer to Savannakhet is sought after mainly by low-cost travelers, it is also used mainly because of the limited flight schedule.

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2. DIRECT FLIGHT from Vientiane to Savannakhet

Without a doubt, the fastest, most comfortable, but at the same time the most expensive transport option from Vientiane to Savannakhet is a direct flight. However, the downside is the very limited flight schedule between these cities and also sometimes higher flight prices. Flights are operated from Wattay International Airport in Vientiane to Savannakhet Airport.

Savannakhet Airport is a smaller airport and is well located practically a short distance from the city center, so the transfer to the city is quick and easy and also cheap. Direct flights from Vientiane to Savannakhet are offered by Lao Airlines or Lao Skyway and the flight time is about 1 hour.

The total time of the air transfer to Savannakhet can therefore be up to 4 hours in total, including waiting for the departure and check-in during the flight. A direct flight from Vientiane to Savannekhet is a more expensive transport option and flights cost between $80-120/pp, these prices can vary slightly throughout the year.

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You can easily search and book flights to Savannakhet from Vientiane online in advance. It is also recommended due to the limited flight schedule between these cities. Also, always read all transfer information and instructions and follow all airline guidelines when booking your ticket.

Some flights may also have a limited weight of carry-on bags. Air transfer to Savannakhet is the best transport option from the capital of Laos – Vientiane, but be aware that this is a more expensive transport option.

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