THE SHORT VERSION
Vientiane to Da Nang at a glance.
- From
- Vientiane ວຽງຈັນ
- To
- Da Nang Đà Nẵng
- Road distance
- About 840 km
- Straight line
- 633 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~10 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Da Nang to Vientiane →
- Border
- Laos → Vietnam. Passport and visa needed
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Vientiane
Vientiane is the capital of Laos and has several bus terminals, each serving a different direction. International buses to Vietnam leave from the Southern Bus Terminal.
- Central Bus Terminal (Talat Sao)
City buses, plus buses to the Thai border and some regional routes. - Southern Bus Terminal
About 10 km from the centre. Routes south and many international buses to Vietnam. - Northern Bus Terminal
About 9 km from the centre. Routes north, such as Luang Prabang.
Arriving in Da Nang
Many tourist operators to Hoi An and Hue collect from hotels or their own offices, so you may never use the bus station. From the station, use a taxi or ride-hail into the centre or out to the beach.
- Da Nang Central Bus Station · Bến xe Trung tâm Đà Nẵng
Long-distance and regional services, including sleeper buses north and south and some cross-border buses to Laos.
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.
- Buses between Da Nang and Hue usually use the Hai Van tunnel rather than the pass road. Book a private tour if the pass views are the point.
- Da Nang Airport is close to the city and has shuttle options to Hoi An.
KEEP GOING
From Da Nang, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Da Nang
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Vientiane from Da Nang by road?+
About 840 km by road (633 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Vientiane to Da Nang take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 10 h 45 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 Vientiane?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Vientiane include Central Bus Terminal (Talat Sao), Southern Bus Terminal, Northern Bus Terminal, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Da Nang to Vientiane?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Da Nang to Vientiane guide.
Where does the bus from Vientiane arrive in Da Nang?+
It depends on the operator. In Da Nang, services use Da Nang Central Bus Station. Many tourist operators to Hoi An and Hue collect from hotels or their own offices, so you may never use the bus station. From the station, use a taxi or ride-hail into the centre or out to the beach.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Da Nang?+
Many tourist operators to Hoi An and Hue collect from hotels or their own offices, so you may never use the bus station. From the station, use a taxi or ride-hail into the centre or out to the beach.
What kind of bus runs from Vientiane to Da Nang?+
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 Vientiane to Da Nang 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 Da Nang by bus?+
Direct buses from Da Nang include Hoi An, Tam Ky, Hue, Quang Ngai, Dong Hoi and more. See all connections on our Da Nang bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Vientiane to Da Nang?+
This journey crosses from Laos into Vietnam. 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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