What is the cheapest way to get from Laos to Northern Thailand?

The cheapest way to get from Laos to Northern Thailand is to bus via Udon Thani which costs ฿850 - ฿1800 and takes 16h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Laos to Northern Thailand?

The fastest way to get from Laos to Northern Thailand is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs ฿5500 - ฿9000.

Is there a direct bus between Laos and Northern Thailand?

No, there is no direct bus from Laos to Northern Thailand. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office and arriving at Mae Jo via Nong Khai and Chiang Mai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 37m.

How far is it from Laos to Northern Thailand?

The distance between Laos and Northern Thailand is 396 km. The road distance is 604 km.

How do I travel from Laos to Northern Thailand without a car?

The best way to get from Laos to Northern Thailand without a car is to bus which takes 14h 37m and costs ฿1800 - ฿2200.

How long does it take to get from Laos to Northern Thailand?

It takes approximately 1h 34m to get from Laos to Northern Thailand, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laos to Northern Thailand bus from?

Laos to Northern Thailand bus services, operated by Orsuksa Tour, depart from Nong Khai station.

Bus or fly from Laos to Northern Thailand?

The best way to get from Laos to Northern Thailand is to fly which takes 1h 34m and costs ฿5500 - ฿9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿1800 - ฿2200 and takes 14h 37m.

Where does the Laos to Northern Thailand bus arrive?

Laos to Northern Thailand bus services, operated by Orsuksa Tour, arrive at Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Laos to Northern Thailand?

Yes, the driving distance between Laos to Northern Thailand is 604 km. It takes approximately 9h 26m to drive from Laos to Northern Thailand.

Where can I stay near Northern Thailand?

There are 3364+ hotels available in Northern Thailand.

Laos to Northern Thailand - 5 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Laos to Northern Thailand by plane, bus, or car

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Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane LPQ - CNX
1h 34m
฿5,500–8,595
Bus via Udon Thani
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Talat Sao Station to Udon Thanibus
2. Take the bus from Udon Thani to Chiang Maibus 876
16h 47m
฿880–1,799
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
14h 37m
฿1,798–2,153
Drive 604 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Northern Thailandcar 604 km
9h 26m
฿3,562–5,144
Bus to Udon Thani International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Udon Kaew office, Nong Khai to Udon Thani Airportbus
2. Fly from Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane UTH - CNX
4h 15m
฿2,692–5,495

Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) flights

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Distance: 396.5 km
Duration: 1h 34m

What companies run services between Laos and Northern Thailand?

Lao Airlines flies from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Orsuksa Tour operates a bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ฿1,400–1,700 and the journey takes 11h 30m.

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