Naga Rail

Laos-China Railway · ~2 hours

Vientiane to Luang Prabang

The most popular route on the Laos-China Railway — a 2-hour train through mountains from the capital to the ancient royal city.

Journey time
~2 hours
Distance
~150 km
From
$32

Fares

2nd Class
LCR face value $16.40
$32
all-in
1st Class
LCR face value $25.95
$42
all-in
Business
LCR face value $48.50
$65
all-in

All-in price includes the LCR ticket fare, our service fee, and payment processing. Prices vary slightly by date — check the booking widget for your exact fare.

Departures (⚠️ verify times with operator)

C83
Intercity
08:08 → 10:04
1h 56m
C91
Intercity
13:30 → 15:26
1h 56m
D87
International
10:05 → 12:01
1h 56m

Frequently asked questions

How far in advance can I book?+
We accept bookings up to 30 days ahead. The LCR public app typically only opens ~3 days before departure.
What do I need to bring to the station?+
Your QR e-ticket and the passport used when booking. The railway checks name and passport number at the gate.
What if there are no seats available?+
With Priority Booking, our operator works inside the LCR booking system to secure seats even when the public app shows sold out. If we genuinely cannot secure your seat, we refund you in full.
Can I book multiple seats for a group?+
Yes — select the number of passengers when booking. Every traveller gets their own QR ticket. We always try to seat groups together.

Guides

laos china railway seat classes→laos china railway travel documents→
VientianeLuang Prabang
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Guaranteed seat or full refund · price confirmed before payment