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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Mae Sot to Vientiane is to drive which takes 9h 26m and costs $100 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Mae Sot and Vientiane?

No, there is no direct bus from Mae Sot to Vientiane 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 Vientiane?

The distance between Mae Sot and Vientiane is 753 km. The road distance is 583.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Mae Sot to Vientiane 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 Vientiane?

It takes approximately 14h 43m to get from Mae Sot to Vientiane, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Mae Sot to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Mae Sot to Vientiane is to bus which takes 14h 43m and costs $19 - $35. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $250 - $800 and takes 15h 9m.

Where does the Mae Sot to Vientiane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Mae Sot to Vientiane?

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

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 285+ hotels available in Vientiane.

Mae Sot to Vientiane - 6 ways to travel via bus, night bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Mae Sot to Vientiane by bus, night bus, car, or plane

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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
Bus, night bus
1. Take the bus from Mae Sot to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the nightbus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Vientiane Talat Sao Stationnightbus
27h 11m
$31–179
Drive 583.7 km
1. Drive from Mae Sot to Vientianecar 583.7 km
9h 26m
$105–151
Fly to Udon Thani International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Udon Thani International Airport (UTH)plane MAQ - UTH
2. Drive from Udon-Thani-Airport-UTH to Vientianecar
16h 3m
$176–434
Bus via Phitsanulok
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
$20–44
Fly to Wattay International Airport
1. Fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane MAQ - VTE
15h 9m
$252–753

Mae Sot to Vientiane by bus and night bus

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27h 11mAverage Duration

$31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 752.5 km
Duration: 14h 43m

What companies run services between Mae Sot, Thailand and Vientiane, 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, World Ticket and Thai AirAsia fly from Mae Sot (MAQ) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) once daily.

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