What is the cheapest way to get from Mae Sot to Laos?

The cheapest way to get from Mae Sot to Laos is to bus which costs $19 - $35 and takes 14h 43m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mae Sot to Laos?

The fastest way to get from Mae Sot to Laos is to fly and bus which takes 6h 33m and costs $150 - $370.

Is there a direct bus between Mae Sot and Laos?

No, there is no direct bus from Mae Sot to Laos station. However, there are services departing from Mae Sot and arriving at Central Bus Station Vientiane via Khon Kaen Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Mae Sot to Laos?

The distance between Mae Sot and Laos is 540 km. The road distance is 583.7 km.

How do I travel from Mae Sot to Laos without a car?

The best way to get from Mae Sot to Laos without a car is to bus which takes 14h 43m and costs $19 - $35.

How long does it take to get from Mae Sot to Laos?

It takes approximately 6h 33m to get from Mae Sot to Laos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mae Sot to Laos bus from?

Mae Sot to Laos bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, depart from Mae Sot station.

Bus or fly from Mae Sot to Laos?

The best way to get from Mae Sot to Laos is to bus which takes 14h 43m and costs $19 - $35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $270 - $850 and takes 16h 35m.

Where does the Mae Sot to Laos bus arrive?

Mae Sot to Laos bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Can I drive from Mae Sot to Laos?

Yes, the driving distance between Mae Sot to Laos is 584 km. It takes approximately 9h 26m to drive from Mae Sot to Laos.

Where can I stay near Laos?

There are 283+ hotels available in Laos.

Mae Sot to Laos - 9 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Mae Sot to Laos by plane, bus, or car

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

Fly Mae Sot to Udon Thani International Airport, bus
best
1. Fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane MAQ - UTH
2. Take the bus from Udon Thani Airport to Nong Khai Minivan Stationbus
6h 33m
$157–364
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mae Sot to Khon Kaenbus
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen Bus Terminal to Central Bus Station Vientianebus
14h 43m
$19–31
Drive 583.7 km
1. Drive from Mae Sot to Vientianecar 583.7 km
9h 26m
$102–147
Fly Mae Sot to Luang Prabang International Airport
1. Fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane MAQ - LPQ
16h 35m
$274–806
Fly Mae Sot to Wattay International Airport
1. Fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane MAQ - VTE
15h 55m
$224–705
Fly Mae Sot to Nakhon Phanom, drive
1. Fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Nakhon Phanom (KOP)plane MAQ - KOP
2. Drive from Nakhon Phanom (KOP) to Thakhèkcar
16h 50m
$149–395
Bus to Chiang Mai International Airport, fly to Luang Prabang International Airport
1. Take the bus from Maesod to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3bus
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane CNX - LPQ
9h 58m
$146–261
Bus via Phitsanulok
1. Take the bus from Mae Sot Phet Tour Station to Phitsanulok Bus Terminal 2bus
2. Take the bus from Phitsanulok Bus Terminal 2 to Udon Thani 1bus
3. Take the bus from Udon Thani 1 to Morning market Talat Saobus
15h 23m
$21–30
Bus via Phitsanulok #2
1. Take the bus from Mae Sot to Phitsanulokbus
2. Take the bus from Phitsanulok to Udon Thanibus 876
3. Take the bus from Udon Thani to Vientiane Talat Sao Stationbus
15h 33m
$20–43

Mae Sot (MAQ) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) flights

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Distance: 539.5 km
Duration: 6h 33m

What companies run services between Mae Sot, Thailand and Laos?

You can take a vehicle from Mae Sot to Central Bus Station Vientiane via Mae Sot and Khon Kaen Bus Terminal in around 14h 43m. Alternatively, Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, and Lao Airlines fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) 4 times a day.

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