What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Pai?

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Pai is to bus and Mini Van via Nong Khai which costs ฿2900 - ฿4200 and takes 42h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Pai?

The fastest way to get from Hanoi to Pai is to fly and Mini Van which takes 10h 9m and costs ฿3500 - ฿8000.

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi and Pai?

No, there is no direct bus from Hanoi station to Pai. However, there are services departing from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station and arriving at Pai via Central Bus Station Vientiane, Nong Khai and Chiang Mai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42h 30m.

How far is it from Hanoi to Pai?

The distance between Hanoi and Pai is 928 km. The road distance is 1262.6 km.

How do I travel from Hanoi to Pai without a car?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Pai without a car is to bus and Mini Van via Nong Khai which takes 42h 30m and costs ฿2900 - ฿4200.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Pai?

It takes approximately 10h 9m to get from Hanoi to Pai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Pai bus from?

Hanoi to Pai bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, depart from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station.

Where does the Hanoi to Pai bus arrive?

Hanoi to Pai bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, arrive at Vientiane - Southern Bus Station.

Can I drive from Hanoi to Pai?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi to Pai is 1263 km. It takes approximately 19h 41m to drive from Hanoi to Pai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Hanoi to Pai?

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Where can I stay near Pai?

There are 342+ hotels available in Pai.

Hanoi to Pai - 6 ways to travel via plane, Mini Van, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Hanoi to Pai by plane, bus, or car

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Fly to Chiang Mai International Airport, Mini Van
best
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane HAN - CNX
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Paibus
10h 9m
฿3,520–7,900
Bus, Mini Van
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Luang Prabang Southern Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Luang Prabang to Chiang Maibus
3. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Paibus
2d 1h
฿2,065–6,458
Bus, Mini Van via Nong Khai
1. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Vientiane - Southern Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Paibus
42h 30m
฿2,906–4,116
Drive 1,262.6 km
1. Drive from Hanoi to Paicar 1,262.6 km
19h 41m
฿4,859–7,018
Fly to Lampang, bus, Mini Van
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Lampang (LPT)plane HAN - LPT
2. Take the bus from Lampang to Chiang Maibus
3. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Paibus
15h 44m
฿5,920–15,730
Fly to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport, bus, Mini Van
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane HAN - CEI
2. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Maibus
3. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Paibus
17h 15m
฿5,320–8,210

Hanoi to Pai by bus

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2d 1hAverage Duration

฿2,065Cheapest Price

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Distance: 928.4 km
Duration: 10h 9m

What companies run services between Hanoi, Vietnam and Pai, Thailand?

You can take a bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Pai via Central Bus Station Vientiane, Nong Khai, Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, and Chiang Mai in around 42h 30m.

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