What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Laos?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Laos is to train which costs $8 - $35 and takes 13h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Laos?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Laos is to fly and drive which takes 3h 21m and costs $40 - $110.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Laos?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bangkok Tara Travel and arriving at Vientiane. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Laos?

No, there is no direct train from Bangkok to Laos. However, there are services departing from MRT สามยอด;Mrt Sam Yot and arriving at Nong Khai via Hua Lamphong. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 58m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Laos?

The distance between Bangkok and Laos is 648 km. The road distance is 637.2 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to Laos without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Laos without a car is to bus via Udon Thani which takes 12h 52m and costs $22 - $28.

How long does it take to get from Bangkok to Laos?

It takes approximately 3h 21m to get from Bangkok to Laos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Laos bus from?

Bangkok to Laos bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, depart from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Laos train from?

Bangkok to Laos train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Hua Lamphong station.

Train, bus or fly from Bangkok to Laos?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Laos is to train via Nong Khai which takes 11h 58m and costs $10 - $35. Alternatively, you can bus via Udon Thani, which costs $22 - $28 and takes 12h 52m, you could also fly, which costs $100 - $200 and takes 4h 34m.

Where does the Bangkok to Laos bus arrive?

Bangkok to Laos bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, arrive at Udonthani station.

Where does the Bangkok to Laos train arrive?

Bangkok to Laos train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Nong Khai station.

Can I drive from Bangkok to Laos?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Laos is 637 km. It takes approximately 8h 47m to drive from Bangkok to Laos.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bangkok to Laos?

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Where can I stay near Laos?

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Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Nakhon Phanom, drive
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Nakhon Phanom (KOP)plane DMK - KOP
2. Drive from Nakhon Phanom (KOP) to Thakhèkcar
3h 21m
$44–103
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Stationtrain
13h 47m
$9–31
Train via Nong Khai
1. Take the train from Hua Lamphong to Nong Khaitrain 25 Hua Lamphong - Nong Khai - Class II Sleeper AC / ...
11h 58m
$11–34
Bus via Udon Thani
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Udonthanibus
2. Take the bus from Udonthani to Central Bus Station Vientianebus
12h 52m
$23–28
Drive 637.2 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Vientianecar 637.2 km
8h 47m
$115–165
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Udon Thani International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane DMK - UTH
2. Drive from Udon-Thani-Airport-UTH to Vientianecar
3h 44m
$50–102
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Udon Thani International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane BKK - UTH
2. Drive from Udon-Thani-Airport-UTH to Vientianecar
4h 2m
$50–107
Fly Suvarnabhumi Airport to Wattay International Airport
1. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane BKK - VTE
4h 34m
$103–193
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Wattay International Airport
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane DMK - VTE
4h 26m
$88–163
Fly Don Mueang International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane DMK - LPQ
3h 55m
$93–154
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Tara Travel to Vientianebus
17h
$40–110

Bangkok to Laos by bus

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Distance: 648.2 km
Duration: 3h 21m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Laos?

State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Hua Lamphong to Nong Khai twice daily. Tickets cost $6–27 and the journey takes 10h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Wat Ratcha Natda Ram to Central Bus Station Vientiane via Mochit 2 Bus Depot, Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, and Udonthani in around 12h 52m.

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