How do I go from Vietnam to Laos?

How do you get from Vietnam to Laos?

Okay, so Vietnam to Laos, huh? Listen, the absolute best way, like, hands down, is just to fly.

Seriously, it’s only, like, four hours give or take. And you’re looking at, I dunno, maybe 110 to 240 bucks, depending. Worth it, trust me.

Or, ugh, you could take a bus. But, dude, that’s a freakin’ 24-hour adventure! And the savings aren’t that crazy. Think you’ll save only like 40 dollars… I would hate that.

Like, who wants to be on a bus for a whole day? No, no, fly!

Extra stuff to keep in mind:

• Flights are best but can get booked up, espeshally around Tet (Vietnamese New Year, which is like, February-ish in 2024). Book ahead.
• Bus might be okay if you’re really on a budget and into like, seeing all the scenery, which I’m not.
• Border crossings by bus can be a bit… chaotic. Heard storries.
• Visas! Don’t forget your visa for Laos. Always important.
• If flying, Vientiane is where most international flights land in Laos.
• Airports in Vietnam to look at: Hanoi or Da Nang are the most common.
• Oh! and be ready to haggle for tuk-tuks when you land in Laos. They always try to rip you off! I went to Laos, specifically Vientiane, in 2022.

Is there a train from Vietnam to Laos?

A train from Vietnam to Laos? Oh, bless your adventurous soul. Why yes, darling, there is a train. Think of it less as the Orient Express, more like the “Southeast Asia Shuffle.”

It scoots from Hanoi (Vietnam) to Vientiane (Laos). Expect a breezy 14-hour jaunt; that’s roughly the time it takes to binge-watch a mediocre Netflix series.

The grand sum? A measly $30. Less than that avocado toast habit, isn’t it?

Let’s break this down.

• Departure: Hanoi, Vietnam. Prepare for pho-nomenal experiences, just kidding, or am I?
• Arrival: Vientiane, Laos. Land of a million elephants, I mean, supposedly.
• Duration: A mere 14 hours. Enough time to contemplate your life choices and maybe learn to knit.
• Cost: Thirty bucks! Cheaper than therapy. Though some might argue a train ride is therapy.
• The Experience: Picture this, rhythmic clacking, questionable snacks, and views. What else could you ask for?

Don’t expect luxury. It’s not the Ritz, is it? Embrace the chaos. Seriously. Like my attempt at parallel parking, it’s a wild ride! You might even enjoy it, and if not, well, at least you have a story. So, all aboard! Don’t forget your sense of humour!

More to the point:

This train isn’t actually a direct route. You take a train to the border, cross, and then a different train. A sneaky route!

How many days do you need in Luang Prabang?

Luang Prabang, yeah, I went last spring break. Hmm, 3 nights is right.

I barely scratched the surface, honestly.

One day, temples ALL day. Wat Xieng Thong was mind-blowing. Like, gold everywhere.

Then another day, Kuang Si Falls. Kuang Si Falls were breathtaking. Blue water, jungle vibes. Got some great pics!

But yeah, felt rushed.

• Minimum days: 3
• Good: 4-5
• Ideal: A week. Easy.

I missed so much. Didn’t get to do the cooking class everyone raves about. Or see the alms giving ceremony at dawn. Next time, def going for longer.