SRT Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train (Defunct) รถไฟรถรับส่งหนองคาย-ท่านาแล้ง
The Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train was a popular mode of transport between the Thai border town of Nong Khai to Thanaleng or Dongphosy, the only passenger railway station in Laos just after the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge across the Mekong River. The shuttle train between Nong Khai and Thanaleng (Vientiane) commenced on 5 March 2009, making it the first dedicated cross-border shuttle train in ASEAN. It operates a return leg from Nong Khai twice daily, which connects to the overnight Isan Mankha service to and from Bangkok.
If the departure timings do not suit you, try the Nong Khai – Vientiane Bus / Minivan.
The last day of operations for the SRT Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train was on 19 July 2024. With the extension of the Laotian railway line to Vientiane (Khamsavath) Railway Station, through train services with Thailand cities will operate including the Rapid 133/134 for Bangkok Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and Rapid 147/148 for Udon Thani. Thanaleng is also now closed to passengers, and will serve freight traffic only.
This Lao National Railway line extension is not to be confused with the Laos-China Railway (LCR). This Lao National Railway line extension is a meter-gauge line with physical links to Thailand, Cambodia, Malaysia, and Singapore. This Lao National Railway line extension terminates at Vientiane (Khamsavath), and cannot physically continue on to Luang Prabang, Kunming, or Beijing. You may self-transfer from Vientiane (Khamsavath) Railway Station to LCR Vientiane Railway Station, which at the closest distance is 13.2km apart on Google Maps.
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Route Map (Defunct)
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Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Rolling Stock (Defunct)
Locomotive-Hauled Bogie Third Class (BTC) Coaches
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Interior (Defunct)
Bogie Third Class (BTC)
Singapore to Bangkok by Train
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Timetable (Defunct)
| Northbound | Ordinary 481 | Ordinary 483 |
| Nong Khai | 0730 | 1445 |
| Thanaleng | 0745 | 1500 |
| Southbound | Ordinary 482 | Ordinary 484 |
| Thanaleng | 1000 | 1730 |
| Nong Khai | 1015 | 1745 |
There is no time difference between Thailand and Laos.
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Timetable from SRT’s Website
Not available.
If the departure timings do not suit you, try the Nong Khai–Vientiane Bus/Minivan.
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Fares
Nong Khai to Thanaleng: 20 Baht – purchased from Nong Khai Railway Station
Thanaleng to Nong Khai: 20 Baht or 6,000 Kip – purchased from Thanaleng Railway Station
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Fares from SRT’s Website
Not available.
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train + Thanaleng – Vientiane Minivan Joint Ticket
300 Baht
Available only in the northbound direction from Nong Khai Railway Station’s ticket office.
Thanaleng (Laos) Stamp Fee
50 Baht or 10,000 Kip, payable directly to the immigration officer to get your entry or exit stamp.
There will be two payments: one on entry into Laos and one on exit from Laos.
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Journey Experiences
- Express 913: Nong Khai to Thanaleng (Vientiane) by Shuttle Train
- Express 918: Thanaleng (Vientiane) to Nong Khai by Shuttle Train
Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train Booking Methods
- SRT ticket counter at station of departure only.
- Tickets are open for sale on the day of departure only.
- Online from 12Go Asia for a combined train + bus ticket from Nong Khai to Downtown Vientiane
- Tickets are open for sale 365 days in advance.
How do I book Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train tickets online?
- Click here for a step-by-step guide for 12Go Asia.
How do I book Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train tickets from Nong Khai, Thailand?
Tickets for the Nong Khai – Thanaleng Shuttle Train are only sold on the day of departure. Get your tickets at the counters for immediate travel (“Tickets For Travel Today”). The Tickets For Travel Today counter is open whenever the station is open. The counter staff may request for your passport to key in your details on the ticket.
How do I book Nong Khai-Thanaleng Shuttle Train tickets from Thanaleng, Laos?
Tickets for the Nong Khai – Thanaleng Shuttle Train are only sold on the day of departure. Get your tickets at the counters for immediate travel (“Tickets For Travel Today”). The Tickets For Travel Today counter is open whenever the station is open. The counter staff may request for your passport to key in your details on the ticket.
How do I travel from Bangkok to Thanaleng (Vientiane)?
Take the Isan Mankha from Bangkok to Nong Khai, and transfer to the Nong Khai – Thanaleng Shuttle Train from Nong Khai to Thanaleng (Vientiane).
How much is a single ticket from Bangkok to Thanaleng (Vientiane)?
There is no through ticket from Bangkok to Thanaleng (Vientiane). Get a ticket from Bangkok to Nong Khai on the Isan Mankha, then buy the Nong Khai – Thanaleng Shuttle Train ticket at Nong Khai.
How much is a single ticket from Thanaleng (Vientiane) to Bangkok?
There is no through ticket from Thanaleng (Vientiane) to Bangkok. Book the Isan Mankha ticket up to 60 days in advance first. Get a ticket from Thanaleng to Nong Khai on the Nong Khai – Thanaleng Shuttle Train, then get the Isan Mankha to Bangkok. On-the-spot tickets for immediate departure on the Isan Mankha may or may not be available.
State Railway of Thailand (SRT) Train Timetables
Click here for the full list of State Railway of Thailand train timetables.
State Railway of Thailand (SRT) Train Timetables from SRT’s Website
State Railway of Thailand (SRT) Train Ticket Booking Methods
- SRT counters
- Online from 12Go Asia (joint ticketing with connecting trains available)
- Online from Baolau
- Online from Easybook
- Online from the SRT D-Ticket System
One of the most useful things about 12Go Asia is that they will create joint tickets for you, so you could actually make a single booking from Bangkok to Singapore and vice-versa.
Tickets are open for sale 30 days before departure.
How do I book State Railway of Thailand (SRT) train tickets online?
- Click here for a step-by-step guide for 12Go Asia.
- Click here for a step-by-step guide for Easybook.
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