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

The cheapest way to get from Laos to Penang is to train and tram and car ferry which costs RM 75 - RM 280 and takes 33h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laos to Penang is to drive and fly which takes 4h 36m and costs RM 550 - RM 750.

Is there a direct bus between Laos and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Laos to Penang. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office and arriving at Komtar Bus Terminal via Nongkhai Bus Terminal, จุดขึ้นลง;visual stop, Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok and Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 13m.

How far is it from Laos to Penang?

The distance between Laos and Penang is 1472 km. The road distance is 1776.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Laos to Penang without a car is to bus and Mini Van which takes 28h 13m and costs RM 320 - RM 410.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Laos to Penang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Laos to Penang bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Laos to Penang?

The best way to get from Laos to Penang is to bus and Mini Van which takes 28h 13m and costs RM 320 - RM 410. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs RM 800 - RM 2100 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Laos to Penang bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Laos and Penang?

Penang is 1h ahead of Laos. It is currently 10:15 PM in Laos and 11:15 PM in Penang.

Can I drive from Laos to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Laos to Penang is 1776 km. It takes approximately 24h 51m to drive from Laos to Penang.

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

Book your Laos to Penang bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2425+ hotels available in Penang.

Laos to Penang - 11 ways to travel via train, car, plane, bus, and Mini Van

There are 11 ways to get from Laos to Penang by car, plane, bus, train, tram, or car ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Drive to Nakhon Phanom, fly
best
1. Drive from Thakhèk to Nakhon Phanom (KOP)car
2. Fly from Nakhon Phanom (KOP) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane KOP - PEN
4h 36m
RM 583–747
Train, tram, car ferry
cheapest
1. Take the train from Khamsavath Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat Yaitrain
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
4. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Butterworthtram
5. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
33h 16m
RM 76–279
Bus, Mini Van
1. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok to Hat Yai Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Komtar Bus Terminalbus
28h 13m
RM 326–401
Bus, train, tram, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat Yaitrain
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
4. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Butterworthtram
5. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
28h 34m
RM 147–303
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Vientiane to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminalcar
2. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
24h 59m
RM 1,289–1,861
Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane LPQ - PEN
7h 45m
RM 810–2,012
Fly from Wattay International Airport
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Penang International Airport (PEN)plane VTE - PEN
6h 49m
RM 465–1,305
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 Penang International Airport (PEN)plane UTH - PEN
8h 1m
RM 497–1,360
Train, tram, car ferry via Nong Khai
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat Yaitrain
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besartrain
4. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Butterworthtram
5. Take the carferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminalcarferry
29h 30m
RM 85–342
Bus
1. Take the bus from Morning Market, Vientiane to Mochit New Van Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal to Songkhlabus
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Prangin Mallbus
42h 31m
RM 296–1,153
Drive 1,776.1 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to George Towncar 1,776.1 km
24h 51m
RM 1,300–1,877

Nakhon Phanom (KOP) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

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5h 47mAverage Duration

RM 563Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,471.7 km
Duration: 4h 36m

What companies run services between Laos and Penang, Malaysia?

You can take a bus from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office to Komtar Bus Terminal via Nongkhai Bus Terminal, Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), จุดขึ้นลง;visual stop, สถานีขนส่งสายใต้ใหม่, Southern Bus Terminal Bangkok, and Hat Yai in around 28h 13m. Alternatively, Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways International, and Lao Airlines fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Penang International Airport (PEN) 3 times a day.

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