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How to get fromLuang Prabang to Van Pak Lenby ferry, car, or bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Luang Prabang to Van Pak Len by ferry, car, or bus

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  1. Ferry, drive

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    1. Take the ferry from Luang Prabang to Huay Xaiferry ferry
    2. Drive from Huay Xai to Van Pak Lencar car
    9h 46m
    $19–38

  2. Minivan, drive

    1. Take the bus from Luang Prabang - Naluang Station to Huay Xai - Bokeo Stationbus bus
    2. Drive from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Van Pak Lencar car
    12h 1m
    $46–67

  3. Drive 460.5 km

    1. Drive from Luang Prabang to Van Pak Lencar car 460.5 km
    8h 42m
    $83–120

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  • Distance: 355.3 km
  • Duration: 9h 46m

What companies run services between Luang Prabang, Laos and Van Pak Len, Laos?

There is no direct connection from Luang Prabang to Van Pak Len. However, you can take the ferry to Huay Xai then drive to Van Pak Len. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Luang Prabang - Naluang Station to Van Pak Len via Huay Xai - Bokeo Station in around 12h 1m.

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