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How to get fromGolden Triangle to Luang Prabangby car, ferry, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Golden Triangle to Luang Prabang by car, ferry, or bus

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  1. Drive, ferry

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    1. Drive from Golden Triangle to Huay Xaicar car
    2. Take the ferry from Huay Xai to Luang Prabangferry ferry
    10h 11m
    $24–46

  2. Drive, Minivan

    1. Drive from Golden Triangle to Huay Xai - Bokeo Stationcar car
    2. Take the bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Luang Prabang - Naluang Stationbus bus
    12h 24m
    $50–77

  3. Drive 475.8 km

    1. Drive from Golden Triangle to Luang Prabangcar car 475.8 km
    8h 8m
    $86–124

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  • Distance: 383.7 km
  • Duration: 10h 11m

What companies run services between Golden Triangle, Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos?

There is no direct connection from Golden Triangle to Luang Prabang. However, you can drive to Huay Xai then take the ferry to Luang Prabang. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Golden Triangle to Luang Prabang - Naluang Station via Huay Xai - Bokeo Station in around 12h 24m.

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