9h 34m, Direct
08:00
VientianeStation
18:34
KunmingKunming Nan (South)
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Morning trains
First train
08:00
Last train
11:25
Travel duration
9h 28m
Daily departures
3
Departure station
Vientiane
Changes
direct
Arrival station
Kunming
Ticket price
from $83
Fastest trip
8h 19m
Longest trip
9h 43m
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Key LCR routes in Laos
LCR's most requested trips follow the Boten-Vientiane railway through the main passenger stations of Laos. Vientiane to Vang Vieng is a short intercity link used by many travelers moving north from the capital. Vientiane to Luang Prabang is one of the core long-distance routes, served by Lane Xang EMU departures and selected conventional trains.
Further north, LCR trains connect Luang Prabang with Oudomxay, Luang Namtha, and Boten near the China border. International through services link the Laos network with Mohan and Kunming, subject to border and ticket conditions. Route availability, stopping patterns, and train type should be checked for the selected date.
Travel from Vientiane to Kunming by Laos-China Railway and visit Green Lake, Yuantong Temple, and the Dianchi Lake area.
Frequency
3 times per day
Vientiane
Laos
9h 28m
Kunming
China
Travel from Vientiane to Vang Vieng by Laos-China Railway for the Nam Song riverfront, limestone karsts, and Tham Chang Cave.
Frequency
6 times per day
Vientiane
Laos
1h 2m
Vang Vieng
Laos
Travel from Boten to Luang Prabang by Laos-China Railway for Mount Phousi, Wat Xieng Thong, and the Mekong riverfront.
Frequency
4 times per day
Boten
Laos
1h 43m
Luang Prabang
Laos
Travel from Vientiane to Boten by Laos-China Railway for the border area, the Boten SEZ, and onward links toward Mohan.
Frequency
4 times per day
Vientiane
Laos
3h 51m
Boten
Laos
Travel from Vientiane to Luang Prabang by train for the old town, Mount Phousi, and Kuang Si Waterfall.
Frequency
6 times per day
Vientiane
Laos
2h 8m
Luang Prabang
Laos
Travel from Luang Prabang to Kunming by train and visit Green Lake, Yuantong Temple, and the Stone Forest area.
Frequency
3 times per day
Luang Prabang
Laos
7h 39m
Kunming
China
Travel from Luang Prabang to Muang Xai by Laos-China Railway for access to Oudomxay town, Nam Kat Yorla Pa, and northern Laos.
Frequency
3 times per day
Luang Prabang
Laos
57m
Muang Xai
Laos
LCR Tickets and Rail Network in Laos
LCR, commonly used for the Lao-China Railway service, operates passenger trains on the standard-gauge Boten-Vientiane railway in Laos. The line is operated by the Lao-China Railway Company, a joint venture linked to the cross-border rail corridor between Laos and China. LCR services include Lane Xang electric multiple units for faster passenger trips and conventional passenger trains on selected departures. The route links Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang, Oudomxay, Luang Namtha, and Boten, with cross-border connections continuing toward Mohan and Kunming in China. Rail Monsters supports online booking for selected LCR train tickets, with schedules and ticket details shown during search.
LCR network
The LCR network in Laos consists of the standard-gauge Boten-Vientiane railway, running from Vientiane in central Laos to Boten on the China border. The main north-south corridor serves Vientiane, Vang Vieng, Luang Prabang, Muang Xay in Oudomxay, Luang Namtha, and Boten. Key passenger stations include Vientiane Station, Vang Vieng Station, Luang Prabang Station, Muang Xay Station, and Boten Station. The railway includes tunnels, bridges, and electrified track built for cross-border operation with China. Passenger services include Lane Xang EMU trains and conventional trains, with different stopping patterns depending on departure.
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Booking LCR routes online
Travelers can search LCR departures by route, date, and passenger count before choosing a train option. Popular corridors include Vientiane to Vang Vieng, Vientiane to Luang Prabang, and Luang Prabang to Boten on the Boten-Vientiane railway. Rail Monsters displays selected schedules, fare options, and seat information where available during booking. Check the selected departure carefully, as train type, station stops, fare conditions, and ticket instructions can vary by route and travel date.
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