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

The cheapest way to get from Laos to Jinghong is to train which costs ¥300 - ¥500 and takes 7h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laos to Jinghong is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥500 - ¥3500.

Is there a direct train between Laos and Jinghong?

No, there is no direct train from Laos station to Jinghong station. However, there are services departing from Vientiane station and arriving at Xishuangbanna Station via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 49m.

How far is it from Laos to Jinghong?

The distance between Laos and Jinghong is 495 km. The road distance is 776.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Laos to Jinghong without a car is to train which takes 7h 49m and costs ¥300 - ¥500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Laos to Jinghong, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laos to Jinghong train from?

Laos to Jinghong train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Vientiane station.

Train or fly from Laos to Jinghong?

The best way to get from Laos to Jinghong is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs ¥500 - ¥3500. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ¥300 - ¥500 and takes 7h 49m.

What is the time difference between Laos and Jinghong?

Jinghong is 1h ahead of Laos. It is currently 8:28 AM in Laos and 9:28 AM in Jinghong.

Where does the Laos to Jinghong train arrive?

Laos to Jinghong train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Xishuangbanna Station.

Can I drive from Laos to Jinghong?

Yes, the driving distance between Laos to Jinghong is 776 km. It takes approximately 10h 22m to drive from Laos to Jinghong.

Where can I stay near Jinghong?

There are 55+ hotels available in Jinghong.

Laos to Jinghong - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, car, taxi, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Laos to Jinghong by plane, train, car, taxi, or bus

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Fly Wattay International Airport to Jinghong
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Jinghong (JHG)plane VTE - JHG
3h 48m
¥538–3,449
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Vientiane station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
7h 49m
¥302–502
Drive 776.2 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Jinghongcar 776.2 km
10h 22m
¥928–1,340
Fly Xieng Khouang Airport to Jinghong
1. Fly from Xieng Khouang Airport (XKH) to Jinghong (JHG)plane XKH - JHG
3h 55m
¥629–3,740
Fly Wattay International Airport to Louang Namtha Airport, taxi, train
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG)plane VTE - LXG
2. Take the taxi from Louang Namtha Airport (LXG) to Boten stationtaxi
3. Take the train from Boten station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
7h 8m
¥719–1,059
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Transfer to Amari Van Vieng Hotel Transferbus
2. Take the train from Vang Vieng to Luang Prabang Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
8h 56m
¥364–594

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Jinghong (JHG) flights

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1h 20mAverage Duration

¥508Cheapest Price

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Distance: 495 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Laos and Jinghong, China?

Qingdao Airlines flies from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Jinghong (JHG) 3 times a week. Alternatively, Laos - China Railway operates a train from Vientiane station to Xishuangbanna Station once daily. Tickets cost ¥240–430 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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