THE SHORT VERSION
Kratie to Pakse at a glance.
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Kratie
Kratie is a Mekong river town in north-east Cambodia, known for the Irrawaddy dolphins upstream at Kampi. Buses link it with Phnom Penh, Stung Treng and the Lao border.
- Kratie bus station
North-west part of town. Services to Phnom Penh, Stung Treng and the north-east.
Arriving in Pakse
Tell a tuk-tuk driver your final destination and they'll know which station you need.
- Northern Bus Station
About 10 km north on Route 13. Local buses north, plus some services to Vietnam. - Southern Bus Station
About 8 km south. Buses towards the 4,000 Islands and the Cambodian border. - VIP bus stations
Near the town centre. Overnight sleeper buses to Vientiane.
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.
- VIP sleepers to Vientiane run overnight. Compare companies before booking.
KEEP GOING
From Pakse, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Pakse
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Kratie from Pakse by road?+
About 330 km by road (273 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Kratie to Pakse take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Kratie?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Kratie include Kratie bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Pakse to Kratie?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Pakse to Kratie as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Kratie arrive in Pakse?+
It depends on the operator. In Pakse, services use Northern Bus Station, Southern Bus Station, VIP bus stations. Tell a tuk-tuk driver your final destination and they'll know which station you need.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Pakse?+
Tell a tuk-tuk driver your final destination and they'll know which station you need.
What kind of bus runs from Kratie to Pakse?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Kratie to Pakse 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 Pakse by bus?+
Direct buses from Pakse include Ubon Ratchathani, Nakasong, Savannakhet, Thakhek, Hue and more. See all connections on our Pakse bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Kratie to Pakse?+
This journey crosses from Cambodia into Laos. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
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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