THE SHORT VERSION
Don Det to Pakse at a glance.
- From
- Don Det ດອນເດດ
- To
- Pakse ປາກເຊ
- Straight line
- 128 km
- Return route
- Pakse to Don Det →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Don Det
Don Det is one of the 4,000 Islands in the Mekong in far southern Laos. Bus tickets to Don Det combine a bus or minivan to Ban Nakasang with a short boat ride to the island.
- Ban Nakasang boat landing
Minivans and buses stop here; small boats cross to Don Det.
Arriving in Pakse
Tell a tuk-tuk driver your final destination and they'll know which station you need.
- Northern Bus Station
About 10 km north on Route 13. Local buses north, plus some services to Vietnam. - Southern Bus Station
About 8 km south. Buses towards the 4,000 Islands and the Cambodian border. - VIP bus stations
Near the town centre. Overnight sleeper buses to Vientiane.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- VIP sleepers to Vientiane run overnight. Compare companies before booking.
KEEP GOING
From Pakse, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Pakse
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Don Det to Pakse take?+
Journey times depend on the service and any boat connection. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Don Det?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Don Det include Ban Nakasang boat landing, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Pakse to Don Det?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Pakse to Don Det guide.
Where does the bus from Don Det arrive in Pakse?+
It depends on the operator. In Pakse, services use Northern Bus Station, Southern Bus Station, VIP bus stations. Tell a tuk-tuk driver your final destination and they'll know which station you need.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Pakse?+
Tell a tuk-tuk driver your final destination and they'll know which station you need.
What kind of bus runs from Don Det to Pakse?+
Tickets to Pakse usually combine a bus or van with a boat. The vehicle type, seat style and boat connection are shown for each departure on 12Go.
Can I book the Don Det to Pakse bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Pakse by bus?+
Direct buses from Pakse include Ubon Ratchathani, Nakasong, Savannakhet, Thakhek, Hue and more. See all connections on our Pakse bus page.
Does the trip to Pakse include a ferry?+
Yes, Pakse is an island, so the journey includes a boat crossing. Check whether your ticket covers the boat and the transfer from the pier, and allow for weather delays.
FOLLOW THE INFORMATION
Clear sources. Better decisions.
Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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