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

The cheapest way to get from Laos to Bangkok is to train which costs ฿280 - ฿1000 and takes 13h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laos to Bangkok is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs ฿3200 - ฿6000.

Is there a direct bus between Laos and Bangkok?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vientiane Any Hotels and arriving at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Laos and Bangkok?

No, there is no direct train from Laos to Bangkok. However, there are services departing from Nong Khai and arriving at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 20m.

How far is it from Laos to Bangkok?

The distance between Laos and Bangkok is 705 km. The road distance is 639.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Laos to Bangkok without a car is to bus via Nongkhai Bus Terminal which takes 8h 5m and costs ฿850 - ฿1200.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Laos to Bangkok, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laos to Bangkok bus from?

Laos to Bangkok bus services, operated by Budsarakham Tour, depart from Nongkhai Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Laos to Bangkok train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Laos to Bangkok?

The best way to get from Laos to Bangkok is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs ฿3200 - ฿6000. Alternatively, you can bus via Nongkhai Bus Terminal, which costs ฿850 - ฿1200 and takes 8h 5m, you could also train via Nong Khai, which costs ฿350 - ฿1500 and takes 9h 20m.

Where does the Laos to Bangkok bus arrive?

Laos to Bangkok bus services, operated by Budsarakham Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Laos to Bangkok train arrive?

Laos to Bangkok train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Laos to Bangkok?

Yes, the driving distance between Laos to Bangkok is 639 km. It takes approximately 9h 9m to drive from Laos to Bangkok.

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

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Where can I stay near Bangkok?

There are 5707+ hotels available in Bangkok.

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Fly Luang Prabang International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane LPQ - DMK
1h 46m
฿3,282–5,597
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Khamsavath Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
13h 5m
฿284–987
Bus via Nongkhai Bus Terminal
1. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
8h 5m
฿851–1,157
Train via Nong Khai
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 26 Nong Khai - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Class II Sleeper AC / ...
9h 20m
฿355–1,494
Drive 639.3 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Bangkokcar 639.3 km
9h 9m
฿3,845–5,554
Drive to Nakhon Phanom, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Drive from Thakhèk to Nakhon Phanom (KOP)car
2. Fly from Nakhon Phanom (KOP) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane KOP - DMK
2h 12m
฿1,470–3,090
Bus to Udon Thani International Airport, fly to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Udon Kaew office, Nong Khai to Udon Thani Airportbus
2. Fly from Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane UTH - DMK
3h 52m
฿1,475–2,900
Fly Wattay International Airport to Don Mueang International Airport
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane VTE - DMK
3h 50m
฿2,945–5,545
Bus to Udon Thani International Airport, fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport
1. Take the bus from Udon Kaew office, Nong Khai to Udon Thani Airportbus
2. Fly from Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane UTH - BKK
4h 22m
฿1,535–3,060
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Any Hotels to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
13h
฿1,300–1,600

Laos to Bangkok by bus

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Distance: 704.7 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Laos and Bangkok, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia flies from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) twice daily. Alternatively, Budsarakham Tour operates a bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal twice daily. Tickets cost ฿650–950 and the journey takes 6h 5m.

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