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How to Get from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap

Vang Vieng to Siem Reap overland in one combined ticket: about $121, from about 29 hours 30 minutes, with the Cambodia visa and e-Arrival rules.

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Last updated: October 30, 2026

How to Get from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap

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The overland trip from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap runs from the limestone peaks of Laos to the temples of Angkor in Cambodia. It is a long journey of more than a day, sold as one ticket with several vehicle changes.

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Vang Vieng to Siem Reap by Minivan and Sleeper Bus

The ticket combines a minivan, a sleeper bus and a second minivan. It leaves Vang Vieng at 14:00 and takes from about 29 hours 30 minutes, and booking platforms sell it for about $121 (October 2026).[1]

One crossing between southern Laos and Cambodia is the Nongnokkheane checkpoint in Khong District, opposite Stung Treng. It is open from 06:00 to 18:00 and issues visas on arrival and accepts e-visas.[2]

Entering Cambodia

Travellers from most countries need a tourist visa, which costs $30, is valid for 3 months from issue and allows a stay of 1 month. Not every border checkpoint supports the e-visa, and checkpoints without it issue visas on arrival.[3]

Every traveller can also submit the free Cambodia e-Arrival within 7 days before arrival and receives a v-Pass by email in place of an inked stamp.[4]

Comparing Your Options

ModePrice (USD)Duration
Minivan, sleeper bus and minivanAbout $121[1]From about 29h 30min[1]

Timetable

Vang Vieng - Siem Reap More info / Tickets
Van Vang Vieng - Siem Reap $ 120.38 1days 5h 30m
  • →  Minivan + Sleeper Bus + Minivan 14:00

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I book tickets from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap?

Use the booking tool on this page to compare the transport options currently available from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap, including current prices and schedules.

What is the cheapest way to get from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap?

The combined minivan and sleeper bus ticket is the overland option, at about $121 on booking platforms (October 2026).

What is the fastest way to get from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap?

The combined ticket takes from about 29 hours 30 minutes including the border crossing.

How long does it take to get from Vang Vieng to Siem Reap?

From about 29 hours 30 minutes, since the trip involves several vehicle changes and an international border.

Do I need a visa to enter Cambodia from Laos by land?

Travellers from most countries need a tourist visa. It costs $30 and can be applied for online as an e-visa or on arrival at checkpoints that do not support e-visas.

When is the Lao-Cambodian border crossing open?

The Nongnokkheane checkpoint is open from 06:00 to 18:00.

Is there an arrival form for Cambodia?

Yes. The Cambodia e-Arrival is free and can be submitted within 7 days before arrival.

Sources and background

Numbers in the text such as [1] refer to these sources.

  1. [1] 12Go: Vang Vieng - Siem Reap timetable. Retrieved October 30, 2026.
  2. [2] Department of Immigration of Lao PDR: Nongnokkheane International Border Checkpoint. Retrieved October 26, 2026.
  3. [3] Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of Cambodia: Visa Type Information - eVisa Kingdom of Cambodia. Retrieved October 16, 2026.
  4. [4] Cambodia Immigration (e-Arrival): Cambodia e-Arrival. Retrieved October 16, 2026.

Guide prices and journey times are indicative, not live quotes. A booked package may include transfers and waiting time as well as the main journey. Check the selected offer, pickup point and current conditions before booking.