THE SHORT VERSION
Don Det to Ubon Ratchathani at a glance.
- From
- Don Det ດອນເດດ
- To
- Ubon Ratchathani อุบลราชธานี
- Straight line
- 181 km
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
- Border
- Laos → Thailand. Passport and visa needed
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Don Det
Don Det is one of the 4,000 Islands in the Mekong in far southern Laos. Bus tickets to Don Det combine a bus or minivan to Ban Nakasang with a short boat ride to the island.
- Ban Nakasang boat landing
Minivans and buses stop here; small boats cross to Don Det.
Arriving in Ubon Ratchathani
Songthaews and tuk-tuks run into the centre.
- Ubon Ratchathani bus terminal
North of the centre. Long-distance and international buses.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- International buses to Pakse cross at Chong Mek. Check Lao visa rules.
KEEP GOING
From Ubon Ratchathani, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Ubon Ratchathani
More buses from Don Det
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Don Det to Ubon Ratchathani take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Don Det?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Don Det include Ban Nakasang boat landing, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Ubon Ratchathani to Don Det?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Ubon Ratchathani to Don Det as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Don Det arrive in Ubon Ratchathani?+
It depends on the operator. In Ubon Ratchathani, services use Ubon Ratchathani bus terminal. Songthaews and tuk-tuks run into the centre.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Ubon Ratchathani?+
Songthaews and tuk-tuks run into the centre.
What kind of bus runs from Don Det to Ubon Ratchathani?+
Tickets to Ubon Ratchathani usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Don Det to Ubon Ratchathani bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Ubon Ratchathani by bus?+
Direct buses from Ubon Ratchathani include Pakse, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Udon Thani, Ayutthaya and more. See all connections on our Ubon Ratchathani bus page.
Does the trip to Ubon Ratchathani include a ferry?+
Yes, Ubon Ratchathani is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Don Det to Ubon Ratchathani?+
This journey crosses from Laos into Thailand. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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