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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CHITPRASONG | Bus | CPS-Vientiane-C.NO18 | CPS-Thakhek-OFFICE | CheapestFastest | ||||
CHITPRASONG | Bus | CPS-Vientiane-C.NO18 | CPS-Thakhek-OFFICE | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Wednesday at 10:26 PM +07.
Get from Vientiane to Thakhek
The journey takes about 9 hours and with fares starting at just $16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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CHITPRASONG offers 1 daily departures, and you can find tickets starting at $16. The quickest ride takes around 452. CHITPRASONG offers a cost-effective solution to get you where you need to be.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vientiane to Thakhek by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Vientiane to Thakhek?
The cheapest bus tickets from Vientiane to Thakhek start from $16. The average price for this route is around $19. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Vientiane to Thakhek?
The average bus trip duration from Vientiane to Thakhek is 9h, covering a distance of 150 miles (241 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h and is operated by CHITPRASONG.
Which bus companies service the Vientiane to Thakhek route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 1 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vientiane to Thakhek?
The earliest bus departs from Vientiane to Thakhek at 1:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vientiane to Thakhek?
A bus trip from Vientiane to Thakhek generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Vientiane to Thakhek was searched and found on Dec 3, 2025 with a price of $13To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Vientiane to Thakhek, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $13 to $16 for a bus ticket from Vientiane to Thakhek based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $13 which is on 2025-12-06.
