The distance between Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng is around 318km (198 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 4h 55m.
We've found 3 different ways to get from Nongkhiaw to Vang Vieng by bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.
👋 Also check out Vang Vieng → Nongkhiaw if you're planning a return trip.
Take the bus to Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal and then to Vang Vieng.
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There are several options for getting from Nongkhiaw to Vang Vieng by bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around LAK 287,520 ($19) and will take around 9hrs. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 4h 55m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately .
The distance between Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng is around 318km (198 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 184km (115 miles)
It takes around 8hrs to get from Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng by bus. If you are travelling by car it will take around 4h 55m to drive there.
The quickest way to get from Nongkhiaw to Vang Vieng is to drive which takes around 4h 55m and will set you back approx .
The cheapest way to travel between Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around LAK 287,520 ($19) for a standard one-way ticket.
There is no train service that runs between Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng. We recommend that you drive to Vang Vieng. instead which will take 4h 55m.
Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng. It typically takes around 8hrs and departs once daily.
There are no direct bus services that runs from Nongkhiaw to Vang Vieng. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 8hrs.
Naluang, Naga travel and Treasure Travel Laos run regular bus services between Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng. Buses run once daily and take around 8hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.
It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Nongkhiaw to Vang Vieng. We recommend that you take the bus to Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal and then to Vang Vieng. instead which will take 8hrs.
The closest major airport to Vang Vieng is Wattay International Airport (VTE) (VTE) which is approximately 106km (66 miles) from Vang Vieng. Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) (LPQ) and Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) (LXG) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.
Yes it is possible to drive from Nongkhiaw and Vang Vieng. The distance is around 318km (198 miles) by road and it will take around 4h 55m in normal traffic conditons.
If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Nongkhiaw to Vang Vieng is to take the bus which takes, on average, 8hrs and will usually cost around LAK 332,920 ($22).
Transport option | Duration | Cost | Frequency | Distance |
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Bus + 1 similar | 8hrs | LAK 332,920($22) | once daily | 327km (203 miles) |
Bus via Luang Prabang Naluang Terminal | 9hrs | LAK 287,520($19) | once daily | 326km (203 miles) |
Drive | 4h 55m | on demand | 318km (198 miles) |
Naluang
Naga travel
Treasure Travel Laos
The following major airports near Vang Vieng offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Laos and internationally.