Laos-China Railway (LCR) is the first express train in Laos, connecting major cities in Laos including Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang, Muang Xay, and Luang Namtha. Getting around Laos by train is cheaper and time-saving.
There are 32 stations along the Laos-China Railway line. These are the 20 main stations, including 10 passenger stations and 10 cargo stations. For Passenger Train stations in Laos side including Vientiane, Phonhong, Vang Vieng, Kasi, Luang Prabang, Muang Nga, Muang Xay, Namor, Nateuy, and Boten
Train type service.
There are two types of train services: high-speed train and ordinary train.
- The high-speed train can run at a maximum of 160 km/h.
- The ordinary train runs at a maximum of 120 km/h. and The train stops at all the stations.
Train Class.
- The high-speed trains offer two seat passenger classes: First class Seat and Second Class
- The ordinary trains offer one seat passenger class: Standard Class
Train Route.
- Vientiane – Boten railway is the main railway line that connects major cities of Laos, including Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang, Muang Xay, and Luang Namtha
- Vientiane – Kunming is the train from Laos to Xishuangbanna and Kunming in China.
Train Number Guide.
- Train Number C92 / C82 / C84 / C91 / C81 / C83: The Laos-China high-speed railway operates routes in Laos.
- Train Number D85 / D86 / D88 / D87: The Laos-China high-speed railway provides services on routes between Laos and China.
- Train Number K12 / K11: These are Ordinary trains that provide services on routes in Laos.
Laos-China Railway (LCR) departs daily from Vientiane Railway Station. Start your train journey in Laos from here.
How to Buy the Tickets
Ticket sales are only open three days in advance.
In 2024 There are three ways to buy tickets
- Train station If you are staying in Laos, you can purchase a train ticket at the train station and pay with Laos Kip in cash.
- LCR application You have Phone numbers from Thailand, China, and Laos Only for the Register App. for buy tickets online.
- Tour Operators (Agency) This is the easiest way to buy your ticket in Laos. if you do not stay in Laos and are unable to register for the LCR app. There are operators selling tickets, like Baolau.com
Plan your trip travel in Laos by train and book a ticket in advance.
