THE SHORT VERSION
Pakse to Savannakhet at a glance.
- From
- Pakse ປາກເຊ
- To
- Savannakhet ສະຫວັນນະເຂດ
- Road distance
- About 241 km
- Straight line
- 195 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~2 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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 Savannakhet
A short tuk-tuk ride covers the gap into the old town.
- Savannakhet bus station
About 2 km north of the centre. Domestic and international services.
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.
- Buses to Vietnam cross at Lao Bao. Check visa rules for both countries.
KEEP GOING
From Savannakhet, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Pakse from Savannakhet by road?+
About 241 km by road (195 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Pakse to Savannakhet take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 2 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. 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 Savannakhet to Pakse?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Savannakhet to Pakse as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Pakse arrive in Savannakhet?+
It depends on the operator. In Savannakhet, services use Savannakhet bus station. A short tuk-tuk ride covers the gap into the old town.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Savannakhet?+
A short tuk-tuk ride covers the gap into the old town.
What kind of bus runs from Pakse to Savannakhet?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Pakse to Savannakhet 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 Savannakhet by bus?+
Direct buses from Savannakhet include Vientiane, Hanoi. See all connections on our Savannakhet bus page.
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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