Vientiane to Muang Nga is a 293 km journey from the Lao capital to the small station of Muang Nga in Oudomxay province, north of Luang Prabang.
Journey time and distance
At about 293 km, expect roughly 3 hours by express train, passing Phonhong, Vang Vieng and Luang Prabang on the way.
Fares
Fares start from around $26 for Second class (checked live on our own booking system in September 2026) — check the search box above for the current fare.
Why travellers take this route
Muang Nga itself has little tourist infrastructure, so this segment mostly serves local travel and those continuing further north; Luang Prabang along the way is the more likely stopping point for visitors.
Booking tips
- If Luang Prabang’s old town is on your itinerary, it’s directly on this route — worth a stopover rather than riding straight through.