Vientiane to Don Det

Vientiane to Don Det

Vientiane
Don Det
Tue, May 14
One Way
NaN Passengers

Best Options

 
$31
 
 
$50

Other Options

Vientiane to Don Det Schedule

Vientiane to Don Det Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Soutchai Travel Sleeper 18:00 - 11:00LAK 603,323
Green Paradise Sleeping Bus + Mini Van + Ferry 20:00 - 11:30LAK 757,571

Transportation from Vientiane to Don Det

Facts about the transport from Vientiane to Don Det

Cheapest Transport$31
Fastest Transport15h
Earliest Departure6:00 PM
Latest Departure8:00 PM
Departures per day9
Distance750 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFamily Service, Green Paradise, Sarah Transport, Soutchai Travel

Vientiane to Don Det Destination Reviews

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We were picked up on time from our pick up point and taken to the bus station. We then got on the sleeper bus which stopped at Pakse station, the drivers were rude waved us away to the incorrect bus, whereby the driver of said bus also waved us away. Felt quite stranded for some time until a nice gentleman who didn’t even work for the station communicated on our behalf and we eventually got picked up. Just felt like a unnecessarily complicated journey that needed some more communication or instruction from the transport team.
Bus Sleeper, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Mar 11, 2024
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Good communication, Soutchai emailed to say when the taxi bus would arrive. They took us to the bus station where we boarded the bus - the overnight double bed is small. Hubby is over 6 ft and it was really made for a 5ft person. The people guided us through the whole journey, bus, minibus and ferry - there was always someone making sure we were on the right transport, so all good. Not sure we'd do the overnight bus again but it was all a good experience. Toilet on the bus was basic but clean. Everyone was very kind and friendly. There were no food stops so bring your snacks - there was food at the first bus station though.
Bus Sleeper, Soutchai Travel (ບໍລິສັດ ສຸດໃຈທ່ອງທ່ຽວ ຈໍາກັດຜູ້ດຽວ), Dec 29, 2023
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How to get from Vientiane to Don Det

When you want to get from Vientiane to Don Det, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Van ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Van ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 49.23. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+taxi+ferry+van as a bus+taxi+ferry+van ticket costs as low as USD 30.49.

How far is Vientiane from Don Det?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Vientiane to Don Det. Your trip will be a total of 467 miles (750 km). The flying distance is 467 miles (750 km).

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Don Det?

The travel time from Vientiane to Don Det can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 15 to 18 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Vientiane to Don Det?

The cost of the trip from Vientiane to Don Det varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Family Service: travelling by bus+taxi+ferry+van expect to pay as low as USD 30.49 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Van - a one-way Van ticket can cost as much as USD 49.23.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Vientiane to Don Det:

  • Bus+taxi+Ferry+Van price: USD 30.49. From Vientiane to Don Det starting from 18:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 33.88 to USD 44.11;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 35.02. From Vientiane to Don Det starting from 18:00 Vientiane Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • Van price : USD 44.11 - USD 49.23;

How many trips per day are there between Vientiane and Don Det?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 18:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 20:00. There are 5 available bus trips every day.
  • Vans from Vientiane to Don Det depart during the day - there are approximately 2 departures a day.
  • 1 by Bus+taxi from Vientiane to Don Det starting from 18:00 Vientiane Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Transfer
  • 1 by Bus+taxi+Ferry+Van from Vientiane to Don Det starting from 18:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer until 18:00 Vientiane Hotel Transfer

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Vientiane to Don Det is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Vientiane to Don Det. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Vientiane to Don Det.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Vientiane to Don Det

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Vientiane to Don Det? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 80% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 16% decided to go for a bus.
  • 4% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry+Van