What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang is to bus and ferry which costs $34 and takes 11h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang is to bus and fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $140 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai (State) and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang. However, there are services departing from K Buddy Bike and arriving at Luang Prabang Transfer via Luang Prabang station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 30m.

Is there a direct ferry between Chiang Rai (State) and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct ferry from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 and arriving at Luang Prabang Slow Boat Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 36m.

How far is it from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Chiang Rai (State) and Luang Prabang is 552 km. The road distance is 428.4 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang without a car is to ferry which takes 11h 36m and costs $196 - $197.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang bus from?

Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Yortdoy Travel, depart from K Buddy Bike station.

Where does the Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang bus arrive?

Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Yortdoy Travel, arrive at Luang Prabang station.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang is 428 km. It takes approximately 7h 5m to drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang?

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Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang - 6 ways to travel via bus, plane, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang by bus, plane, car, or ferry

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Jed Yod Cafe to Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transferbus
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane CNX - LPQ
5h 15m
$149–250
Bus, ferry
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai Transfer to Huay Xaibus Chiang Rai Transfer - Huay Xai
2. Take the ferry from Huay Xai to Luang Prabangferry
11h 45m
$34
Bus, drive, Local Speedboat
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to HouayXai Border Control Immigration Officebus
2. Drive from HouayXai Border Control Immigration Office to Pakbengcar
3. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Luang Prabangferry
8h 59m
$54–65
Ferry
1. Take the ferry from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 to Luang Prabang Slow Boat Terminalferry Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 - Luang Prabang Slow Boat Terminal
11h 36m
$196–197
Drive 428.4 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabangcar 428.4 km
7h 5m
$77–111
Bus
1. Take the bus from K Buddy Bike to Luang Prabang stationbus K Buddy Bike - Luang Prabang station
15h 30m
$69

Chiang Rai (State) to Luang Prabang by bus

7Weekly Buses

15h 30mAverage Duration

$69Cheapest Price

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Distance: 552.1 km
Duration: 5h 15m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai (State), Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos?

Next Step Journey operates a ferry from Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 to Luang Prabang Slow Boat Terminal once daily. Tickets cost $193 and the journey takes 11h 30m. Alternatively, Yortdoy Travel operates a bus from K Buddy Bike to Luang Prabang station once daily. Tickets cost $63 and the journey takes 14h.

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