Driving from Vientiane to Nghi Sơn
Nghi Sơn lies 372 km (231 mi) north-east of Vientiane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 40 min without stops, over roughly 453 km (282 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Vientiane | Nghi Sơn | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Laos | Vietnam |
| Population | 840,940 | 302,210 |
| Elevation | 174 m (571 ft) | 74 m (243 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+7 (Asia/Vientiane) | UTC+7 (Asia/Bangkok) |
What changes when you arrive in Nghi Sơn
Crossing from Laos into Vietnam: money changes from the Kip to the Dong (VND); sockets are BS 1363, Euro, NEMA 1-15, Schuko; the dialling code becomes +84; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648805.
Where to book car hire from Vientiane to Nghi Sơn
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Staying in Nghi Sơn
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Common questions
How far is Nghi Sơn from Vientiane?
372 km (231 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Vientiane; by road roughly 453 km (282 mi).
How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Nghi Sơn by car?
About 5 h 40 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Vientiane and Nghi Sơn?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Nghi Sơn?
The Dong (VND).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.