What is the cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai?

The cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai is to bus and train which costs $35 - $75 and takes 34h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai?

The fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai is to fly and bus which takes 9h 5m and costs $120 - $290.

Is there a direct bus between Luang Prabang and Lào Cai?

No, there is no direct bus from Luang Prabang station to Lào Cai. However, there are services departing from Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang and arriving at Lao Cai via Hanoi Hoan Kiem and Sapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 33h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Luang Prabang and Lào Cai?

No, there is no direct train from Luang Prabang station to Lào Cai. However, there are services departing from Luang Prabang station and arriving at Hekou North via Kunming South and Mengzi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 27m.

How far is it from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai?

The distance between Luang Prabang and Lào Cai is 1111 km. The road distance is 597.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai without a car is to bus which takes 33h 55m and costs $40 - $80.

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai?

It takes approximately 13h 27m to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luang Prabang to Lào Cai bus from?

Luang Prabang to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Viet Lao Bus, depart from Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang.

Where do I catch the Luang Prabang to Lào Cai train from?

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

Train or bus from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai?

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai is to train which takes 13h 27m and costs $75 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $40 - $80 and takes 33h 55m.

Where does the Luang Prabang to Lào Cai bus arrive?

Luang Prabang to Lào Cai bus services, operated by Viet Lao Bus, arrive at Hanoi Old Quarter station.

Where does the Luang Prabang to Lào Cai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai?

Yes, the driving distance between Luang Prabang to Lào Cai is 598 km. It takes approximately 10h 7m to drive from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai?

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Luang Prabang to Lào Cai - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai by train, bus, 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 Honghetrain
3. Take the train from Mengzi to Hekou Northtrain
13h 27m
$75–189
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang to Hanoibus
2. Take the train from Ha Noi to Sapa Lao Caitrain
34h 50m
$36–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang to Hanoi Old Quarterbus
2. Take the bus from Hanoi Hoan Kiem to Sapabus
33h 55m
$40–78
Drive 597.5 km
1. Drive from Luang Prabang to Lào Caicar 597.5 km
10h 7m
$107–155
Fly to Noi Bai International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)plane LPQ - HAN
2. Take the bus from Hanoi Airport to Sapabus
9h 5m
$126–281
Bus via Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)
1. Take the bus from Luang Prabang Southern Station to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Hanoi Airport to Sapabus
35h 5m
$59–93
Fly to Sam Neua, drive
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Sam Neua (NEU)plane LPQ - NEU
2. Drive from Sam Neua (NEU) to Lào Caicar
11h 21m
$237–463
Fly to Dien Bien Phu Airport, drive
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN)plane LPQ - DIN
2. Drive from Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN) to Lào Caicar
9h 24m
$202–553

Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) flights

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Distance: 1,110.9 km
Duration: 13h 27m

What companies run services between Luang Prabang, Laos and Lào Cai, Vietnam?

You can take a vehicle from Luang Prabang to Lào Cai via Luang Prabang station, Kunming South, Honghe, Mengzi, and Hekou North in around 13h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang to Lao Cai via Hanoi Old Quarter, Hanoi Hoan Kiem, and Sapa in around 33h 55m.

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