THE SHORT VERSION
Pakse to Vang Vieng at a glance.
- From
- Pakse ປາກເຊ
- To
- Vang Vieng ວັງວຽງ
- Road distance
- About 727 km
- Straight line
- 553 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~9 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Vang Vieng to Pakse →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Pakse
Pakse is the main city of southern Laos and the hub for the Bolaven Plateau and the 4,000 Islands. It has northern and southern bus stations, plus VIP sleeper bus stations near the centre.
- 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.
Arriving in Vang Vieng
Most guesthouses are close to the centre. Tuk-tuks meet arriving buses.
- Vang Vieng bus stops
Tourist buses and minivans; most tickets include a guesthouse pickup.
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.
- The road north to Luang Prabang is mountainous. Larger buses can be easier if you're prone to motion sickness.
KEEP GOING
From Vang Vieng, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Vang Vieng
More buses from Pakse
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pakse from Vang Vieng by road?+
About 727 km by road (553 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pakse to Vang Vieng take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 9 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 Pakse?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Pakse include Northern Bus Station, Southern Bus Station, VIP bus stations, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Vang Vieng to Pakse?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Vang Vieng to Pakse guide.
Where does the bus from Pakse arrive in Vang Vieng?+
It depends on the operator. In Vang Vieng, services use Vang Vieng bus stops. Most guesthouses are close to the centre. Tuk-tuks meet arriving buses.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Vang Vieng?+
Most guesthouses are close to the centre. Tuk-tuks meet arriving buses.
What kind of bus runs from Pakse to Vang Vieng?+
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 Pakse to Vang Vieng 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 Vang Vieng by bus?+
Direct buses from Vang Vieng include Vientiane, Luang Prabang, Udon Thani, Thakhek, Chiang Mai and more. See all connections on our Vang Vieng bus page.
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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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