What is the cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang?

The cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang is to train via Kunming which costs ¥440 - ¥1200 and takes 17h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang?

The fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang is to train and fly which takes 8h 58m and costs ¥650 - ¥3300.

Is there a direct train between Luang Prabang and Guiyang?

No, there is no direct train from Luang Prabang station to Guiyang. However, there are services departing from Luang Prabang station and arriving at Guiyang North via Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 24m.

How far is it from Luang Prabang to Guiyang?

The distance between Luang Prabang and Guiyang is 1233 km. The road distance is 1259.5 km.

How do I travel from Luang Prabang to Guiyang without a car?

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang without a car is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs ¥500 - ¥1200.

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang?

It takes approximately 10h 24m to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luang Prabang to Guiyang train from?

Luang Prabang to Guiyang train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, depart from Luang Prabang station.

Train or fly from Luang Prabang to Guiyang?

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang is to train which takes 10h 24m and costs ¥500 - ¥1200. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs ¥700 - ¥3600 and takes 9h 6m.

What is the time difference between Luang Prabang and Guiyang?

Guiyang is 1h ahead of Luang Prabang. It is currently 10:52 PM in Luang Prabang and 11:52 PM in Guiyang.

Where does the Luang Prabang to Guiyang train arrive?

Luang Prabang to Guiyang train services, operated by Laos - China Railway, arrive at Kunming South station.

Can I drive from Luang Prabang to Guiyang?

Yes, the driving distance between Luang Prabang to Guiyang is 1260 km. It takes approximately 16h 35m to drive from Luang Prabang to Guiyang.

Where can I stay near Guiyang?

There are 118+ hotels available in Guiyang.

Luang Prabang to Guiyang - 7 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Luang Prabang to Guiyang by train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming South to Guiyang Northtrain Kunming South / ...
10h 24m
¥546–1,199
Train via Kunming
cheapest
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Kunming Southtrain
2. Take the train from Kunming to Guiyangtrain Shanghai South / ...
17h 55m
¥440–1,194
Drive 1,259.5 km
1. Drive from Luang Prabang to Guiyangcar 1,259.5 km
16h 35m
¥1,521–2,197
Fly Luang Prabang International Airport to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE)plane LPQ - KWE
9h 6m
¥739–3,564
Train to Jinghong, fly to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
2. Fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE)plane JHG - KWE
8h 58m
¥679–3,214
Train to Jinghong, fly to Zunyi Xinzhou Airport, train
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
2. Fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Zunyi Xinzhou Airport (ZYI)plane JHG - ZYI
3. Take the train from Zunyi to Guiyang Northtrain
10h 7m
¥876–3,734
Train to Jinghong, fly to Zunyi Maotai Airport, train
1. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
2. Fly from Jinghong (JHG) to Zunyi Maotai Airport (WMT)plane JHG - WMT
3. Take the train from Zunyi to Guiyang Northtrain
10h 2m
¥876–3,734

Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE) flights

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8h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,232.6 km
Duration: 10h 24m

What companies run services between Luang Prabang, Laos and Guiyang, China?

You can take a vehicle from Luang Prabang to Guiyang North via Luang Prabang station and Kunming South in around 10h 24m. Alternatively, Bangkok Airways, 9 Air Co Ltd, and four other airlines fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Guiyang Longdongbao International Airport (KWE) once daily.

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