What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang is to train and bus which costs $30 - $65 and takes 21h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $90 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok (Station) and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct bus from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang. However, there are services departing from Ratchathewi District Office and arriving at Luang Prabang via Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 and Chiang Mai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 17m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok (Station) and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct train from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang station. However, there are services departing from BTS พญาไท;Bts Phaya Thai and arriving at Luang Prabang station via MRT สวนจตุจักร;Mrt Chatuchak Park, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and Vientiane station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 29m.

How far is it from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Bangkok (Station) and Luang Prabang is 714 km. The road distance is 850.4 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 16h 29m and costs $27 - $70.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang bus from?

Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 station.

Where do I catch the Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang train from?

Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 8m and costs $90 - $160. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $27 - $70 and takes 16h 29m, you could also bus, which costs $30 - $180 and takes 30h 17m.

Where does the Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang bus arrive?

Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang train arrive?

Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Khamsavath Station.

Can I drive from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang is 850 km. It takes approximately 12h 9m to drive from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang?

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Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

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Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 8 ways to get from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Don Mueang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane DMK - LPQ
4h 8m
$93–154
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Vientiane station to Luang Prabang stationtrain
16h 29m
$27–66
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Tara Travel to Vientianebus
2. Take the bus from Vientiane to Vang Vieng Laosbus
3. Take the train from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Naluang Terminaltrain
23h 7m
$66–153
Drive 850.4 km
1. Drive from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabangcar 850.4 km
12h 9m
$153–220
Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane BKK - LPQ
4h 48m
$123–244
Train, Minivan
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Vientiane Northern Bus Station to Vang Vieng Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the train from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Naluang Terminaltrain
16h 43m
$40–85
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Stationtrain
2. Take the bus from Vientiane North Bus Station to Luang Prabang Minibus Stationbus
21h 40m
$32–63
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabangbus
30h 17m
$33–171

Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang by foot, bus, taxi, and train

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Distance: 714.2 km
Duration: 4h 8m

What companies run services between Bangkok (Station), Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos?

Thai AirAsia flies from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Bangkok (Station) to Luang Prabang via BTS พญาไท;Bts Phaya Thai, BTS หมอชิต;Bts Mo Chit, MRT สวนจตุจักร;Mrt Chatuchak Park, MRT บางซื่อ;Mrt Bang Sue, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Khamsavath Station, Vientiane station, and Luang Prabang station in around 16h 29m.

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