THE SHORT VERSION
Pakse to Don Det at a glance.
- From
- Pakse ປາກເຊ
- To
- Don Det ດອນເດດ
- Straight line
- 128 km
- Return route
- Don Det to Pakse →
THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Pakse
Pakse is the main city of southern Laos and the hub for the Bolaven Plateau and the 4,000 Islands. It has northern and southern bus stations, plus VIP sleeper bus stations near the centre.
- 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.
Arriving in Don Det
Check whether the boat is included in your ticket. Small boats run on demand.
- Ban Nakasang boat landing
Minivans and buses stop here; small boats cross to Don Det.
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.
- Book through-tickets from Cambodia to avoid paying extra at the border.
KEEP GOING
From Don Det, the road continues.
This trip includes a boat crossing. For ferry routes and timetables, see our sister site FerryConnect.
Other ways to reach Don Det
More buses from Pakse
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How long does the bus from Pakse to Don Det 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 Pakse?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Pakse include Northern Bus Station, Southern Bus Station, VIP bus stations, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Don Det to Pakse?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Don Det to Pakse guide.
Where does the bus from Pakse arrive in Don Det?+
It depends on the operator. In Don Det, services use Ban Nakasang boat landing. Check whether the boat is included in your ticket. Small boats run on demand.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Don Det?+
Check whether the boat is included in your ticket. Small boats run on demand.
What kind of bus runs from Pakse to Don Det?+
Tickets to Don Det 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 Pakse to Don Det 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 Don Det by bus?+
Direct buses from Don Det include Bangkok, Kratie, Phnom Penh, Siem Reap, Ubon Ratchathani and more. See all connections on our Don Det bus page.
Does the trip to Don Det include a ferry?+
Yes, Don Det 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.
12Go: Pakse to Don Det bus route listing ↗Wikivoyage: Pakse (Get in) ↗Wikivoyage: Don Det (Get in) ↗How BusConnects uses sources →