
Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time
Traveler rating
4.6/5
Based on 18 traveler reviews. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Quick answer
Is Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time worth booking?
Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time is a 0.8-hour experience in Kunming, China, from $9 per person. It scores 62 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Solid Choice”, based on a 4.6/5 rating across 18 reviews. This booking is non-refundable, so pick your date carefully. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 62 / 100
- Rating
- 4.6/5 (18)
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- From
- $9 per person
Booking train tickets here can be difficult—often unavailable and time-consuming—as the train stations are far from the city center. We provide a convenient service that saves you money and time, removing the stress of being unable to buy tickets or finding them sold out when you arrive—and then having to pay for a taxi back to the city. With us, you’ll receive a train e-ticket—simple, paperless, and easy to check in at the station. Plus, you’ll enjoy a promo code discount for other services such as private transfers, Laos tour experiences, pottery making, candle making, Lao cooking classes, hot air balloon rides, and more. ✨ Special bonus: Our travel experts also provide free tailor-made holiday support when you book with bcfamilytour.com. Your trip will be designed just for you—saving time, money, and avoiding the stress of unexpected travel problems. This special offer is available for travelers who book quickly this week and month. Contact us today so you don’t miss out!
What you get
About this experience
Booking train tickets here can be difficult—often unavailable and time-consuming—as the train stations are far from the city center. We provide a convenient service that saves you money and time, removing the stress of being unable to buy tickets or finding them sold out when you arrive—and then having to pay for a taxi back to the city. With us, you’ll receive a train e-ticket—simple, paperless, and easy to check in at the station. Plus, you’ll enjoy a promo code discount for other services such as private transfers, Laos tour experiences, pottery making, candle making, Lao cooking classes, hot air balloon rides, and more. ✨ Special bonus: Our travel experts also provide free tailor-made holiday support when you book with bcfamilytour.com. Your trip will be designed just for you—saving time, money, and avoiding the stress of unexpected travel problems. This special offer is available for travelers who book quickly this week and month. Contact us today so you don’t miss out!
What's included
Included
- If your selected time is fully booked, the system will choose the next available time
- E-Train Ticket
- Please send us a photo of the first page of your passport via WhatsApp or Mail
- Promotions (Discount Code) & Advices via WhatsApp, Daisy: +84 eight eight 655 eight six 90
- Contact us after or before making a booking via email or WhatsApp +84 eight eight 655 nine six 09
Not included
- Others not mentioned
- A private transfer: hotel - the station, Please contact us !
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Kunming
Meeting point
Kunming
If you book E-ticket only, please go to Railway Station. The same applies to airline regulations. You need to comply with the regulations of the Laos Railway. We are not responsible for any issues related to these regulations when using the Laos Railway service.
Meeting point
Kunming
The meeting point is the departure railway station, which corresponds to the ticket you booked. For example, if you book a ticket from Vientiane to Luang Prabang, the meeting point will be Vientiane Railway Station, and the drop-off point will be Luang Prabang Railway Station.
Meeting point
Kunming
The meeting point is the departure railway station, which corresponds to the ticket you booked. For example, if you book a ticket from Vientiane to Luang Prabang, the meeting point will be Vientiane Railway Station, and the drop-off point will be Luang Prabang Railway Station.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Returns to the starting point
Ends at
The meeting point is the departure railway station, which corresponds to the ticket you booked. For example, if you book a ticket from Vientiane to Luang Prabang, the meeting point will be Vientiane Railway Station, and the drop-off point will be Luang Prabang Railway Station.
Ends at
The meeting point is the departure railway station, which corresponds to the ticket you booked. For example, if you book a ticket from Vientiane to Luang Prabang, the meeting point will be Vientiane Railway Station, and the drop-off point will be Luang Prabang Railway Station.
Ends at
The meeting point is the departure railway station, which corresponds to the ticket you booked. For example, if you book a ticket from Vientiane to Luang Prabang, the meeting point will be Vientiane Railway Station, and the drop-off point will be Luang Prabang Railway Station.
Ends at
Drop off at the train station
Options you can book
21. Luang Prabang-->Kunmingnan
Second Class, E-ticket Only Starting point: Luang Prabang Railway Station, Luang Prabang, Laos
2. Vientiane -> Luang Prabang
First Class, Ticket Only
20. Luang Prabang --> Boten
First Class or Soft Sleeper: E-Ticket Starting point: Luang Prabang Railway Station, Luang Prabang, Laos
3.Vientiane -->Luang Prabang
Second Class, Ticket Only
25. Vang Vieng --> Kunmingnan
Second Class, E-Ticket Only Starting point: Vang Vieng Railway Station, XF34+4F, Vang Vieng, Laos
13. Vientiane -->Vang Vieng
Second Class, Ticket Only
26. Vang Vieng --> Kunmingnan
First Class, E-Ticket Only Starting point: Vang Vieng Railway Station, XF34+4F, Vang Vieng, Laos
10.Vang Vieng--> Luang Prabang
Second Class, Ticket Only
6. Luang Prabang --> Vientiane
Second Class, E-Ticket Only Starting point: Luang Prabang Railway Station, Luang Prabang, Laos
1. Vientiane -->Luang Prabang
Business Class, Ticket Only
17. Vang Vieng --> Vientiane
First Class, Ticket Only
22. Luang Prabang-->Kunmingnan
First Class, E-Ticket Only Starting point: Luang Prabang Railway Station, Luang Prabang, Laos
Before you book
- Cancellation
- All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 30 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- BCFamilyTour.com
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If you are traveling by plane, train, or bus on the day you arrive, you should consider booking your train ticket for the following day, as the train departure time may change or your flight/train/bus could be delayed.
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What travelers are saying
Outty’s summary of the themes that recur across 18 traveler reviews. Written by us, not quoted from reviewers.
Value for money
2 mentionsTravelers feel they got more than they paid for.
Organization
2 mentionsPickup, timing, and logistics are described as running smoothly.
Good for families
2 mentionsReviewers traveling with kids report it landed well with their group.
Traveler reviews
18 verified traveler reviews for Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time. Ratings and reviews provided by Viator and Tripadvisor.
Excellent Service, Definitely Recommended
Got my train ticket in no time. The service was excellent, and they were generous enough to give me a complimentary upgrade to first class.
via Tripadvisor
Book it and let them sort it
With not being able to book train tickets till 3 days before travel we found using these guys far easier as they communicated when required and the whole process was taken care of.
via Viator
Great rapid transport through Laos.
Easy digital ticket entry, very clean, fast and nice terminal a ways out of the city, but many shuttles buses. No aerosols or pocket knives!
via Viator
Choo choo
The good bits first, the train was comfortable and clean. Left on time and the journey was smooth. There were refreshments on the train. The bad bits. The journey from. Luang prabang to vang vieng was about 90% tunnels and very boring, from vang vieng to vientiane nice scenery. The train was 30 minutes late arriving in vientiane. Overall, would I do it again?. Probably not, apart from the comfort it wasn't a memorable experience and would fly next time.
via Tripadvisor
Disappointing Experience with BC Family Travel
We used BC Family Tours Laos for our airport pick up, transportation to the railway station and railway tickets and a food tour. Overall we had a very disappointing experience with BC Family Travel. I’m surprised to see so many positive reviews. Maybe they are the best available in Vientiane? For the airport pick up we were in contact with BC Family Travel when going through immigration. Once out of the airport we had to wait almost 30mins for our driver to collect us. The driver explained that he had an issue with his steering wheel and apologized. Okay, fair enough things happen. Next I’ll write about the food tour on that trip advisor page. Overall it was a pretty disappointing tour. Then our driver to the railway station was 15mins late. It was okay we made it in plenty of time for the train. The biggest disappointment for the train tickets is they arranged backwards facing seats. I would assume that when booking through a tour company they would ensure the passengers had forward facing tickets. The train was not full and there were plenty of forward facing seats. Overall we had a very disappointing experience with BC Family Tours in Laos.
via Tripadvisor
Good to know
- Duration
- 0.8 hours
- Free cancellation
- Non-refundable
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $9 to $200
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 6
- Verdict
- Solid Choice
Who runs this experience
Operated by BCFamilyTour.com, who run 125 experiences we rank across 14 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 52.8.
See everything BCFamilyTour.com runsWhy this scores 62
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Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Kunming.
How much does Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time cost?
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Prices start at $9 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Kunming usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time take?
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Plan for about 0.8 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Kunming is not rushed.
Is Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 62 out of 100, which we label "Solid Choice". That score blends traveler sentiment (4.6/5 across 18 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable family friendly in Kunming, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time?
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No. This experience is sold on a non-refundable basis, so only book a date you are confident about. Similar experiences in the city do offer free cancellation if flexibility matters more than price.
Is Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 0.8-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time?
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Around 6 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Kunming can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Kunming and add a light layer if any part of the 0.8-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Kunming within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Kunming?
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On Outty we rank every Kunming experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Stone Forest + Yiliang Roast Duck + Kunming City Private Tour, Kunming: Walking Tour Around Green Lake and University Quarter, 8 Days Private Yunnan Highlight Tour. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Kunming?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Kunming?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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Outty ranks and explains the experiences, then hands you to Viator to complete the booking with the operator directly. The price is the same as booking on Viator yourself, and Outty earns an affiliate commission on the referral, which is how the rankings stay free to read.
What is included in Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time?
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Included: If your selected time is fully booked, the system will choose the next available time; E-Train Ticket; Please send us a photo of the first page of your passport via WhatsApp or Mail; Promotions (Discount Code) & Advices via WhatsApp, Daisy: +84 eight eight 655 eight six 90; and Contact us after or before making a booking via email or WhatsApp +84 eight eight 655 nine. Not included: Others not mentioned; and A private transfer: hotel - the station, Please contact us !. Always check the voucher for the final list before you travel.
Will I get instant confirmation and a mobile ticket for Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time?
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Confirmation is sent by the operator after booking, usually within 48 hours; if it is not confirmed you are not charged. Mobile tickets are accepted, so you can show the voucher on your phone.
Is Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time wheelchair or stroller accessible?
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The operator notes: Wheelchair accessible; Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller; and Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap. If accessibility is critical, contact the operator after booking to confirm arrangements for your date.
What happens to Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time if the weather is bad?
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This experience depends on good weather. If it is canceled because of poor weather, you are offered a different date or a full refund.
What do travelers say about Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time?
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Across 18 reviews averaging 4.6 out of 5, recurring themes include value for money, organization, good for families. Travelers feel they got more than they paid for.
What booking options are available for Laos Railway Tickets Easily: Avoid Long Queues & Wasted Time?
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There are 12 options to choose from, including 21. Luang Prabang-->Kunmingnan, 2. Vientiane -> Luang Prabang, 20. Luang Prabang --> Boten, 3.Vientiane -->Luang Prabang. Prices and start times differ by option, so compare them on the booking screen.
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