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Laos · Public Transport & MapsViaBus
ViaBus is a real-time public transport tracking app that covers Vientiane, showing where city buses are, which lines serve a stop and how to reach a destination, with an interface in English and Lao.
What it helps with
- When the next city bus comes in VientianeVientiane's public buses are tracked in real time, so you can see where your bus is before going to the stop.
- Which bus line goes whereRoutes, lines and stations can be searched, with directions to a destination.
- A transit app in English for LaosThe interface is available in English and Lao, as well as Thai, Malay and Japanese.
About ViaBus
ViaBus is developed in Thailand and tracks public buses, boats and other transit in real time. Its coverage includes Vientiane in Laos along with Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Phuket and Malaysian cities such as Kuala Lumpur and Penang. Vientiane's authorities announced a partnership with the ViaBus developer in 2025 to provide live bus locations, routes and schedules. The app is rated 4.7 out of 5 on the App Store from about 1,600 ratings.
Key Features
- Live tracking: Bus positions update in real time on the map.
- Station search: Stops and stations can be found by name or on the map.
- Directions: The app suggests lines to reach a chosen destination.
- Five languages: English, Lao, Thai, Malay and Japanese are supported.
How to Get Started
- Install ViaBus from the App Store or Google Play.
- Choose Vientiane as your area.
- Search for your stop or destination to see the lines serving it.
- Check the live position of the bus and walk to the stop in time.
Before you use it
- Limits: In Laos the app covers Vientiane; other Lao cities are not listed.
- Good to know: Vientiane announced its partnership with the Thai developer of ViaBus for real-time bus tracking in 2025.
- Good to know: The same app also works in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Kuala Lumpur and other Thai and Malaysian cities.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Does ViaBus work with a foreign bank card in Laos?
- Not reliably - a foreign card may be declined. Check the notice above, or plan to use a local payment method.
- Is ViaBus available in English?
- Yes, ViaBus has an English-language interface.
- Do I need a local phone number to use ViaBus?
- No, an international phone number generally works for ViaBus.
- Do I need local ID or residency for ViaBus?
- No, ViaBus doesn't require local ID or residency for visitors.
- Where can I use ViaBus?
- iOS · Android
- How much does ViaBus cost?
- Tracking app only; bus fares are paid to the bus operator
