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

The cheapest way to get from Ningbo to Luang Prabang is to bus and train which costs $130 - $230 and takes 2 days 15h.

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

The fastest way to get from Ningbo to Luang Prabang is to train and fly which takes 10h 18m and costs $210 - $650.

Is there a direct train between Ningbo and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct train from Ningbo to Luang Prabang station. However, there are services departing from Ningbo and arriving at Luang Prabang station via Hangzhou East and Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 37m.

How far is it from Ningbo to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Ningbo and Luang Prabang is 3018 km. The road distance is 2815.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ningbo to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 19h 37m and costs $190 - $320.

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

It takes approximately 19h 37m to get from Ningbo to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

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

Ningbo to Luang Prabang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, depart from Ningbo station.

Train or fly from Ningbo to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Ningbo to Luang Prabang is to train which takes 19h 37m and costs $190 - $320. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs $170 - $600 and takes 19h 54m.

What is the time difference between Ningbo and Luang Prabang?

Luang Prabang is 1h behind Ningbo. It is currently 9:02 PM in Ningbo and 8:02 PM in Luang Prabang.

Where does the Ningbo to Luang Prabang train arrive?

Ningbo to Luang Prabang train services, operated by China Railways G-Class, arrive at Hangzhou East station.

Can I drive from Ningbo to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Ningbo to Luang Prabang is 2815 km. It takes approximately 33h 16m to drive from Ningbo to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 360+ hotels available in Luang Prabang.

Ningbo to Luang Prabang - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Ningbo to Luang Prabang by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Ningbo to Hangzhou Easttrain
2. Take the train from Hangzhou East to Kunming Southtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming South to Luang Prabang stationtrain
19h 37m
$192–312
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Zhejiang Ningbo to Guangzhou Eastbus
2. Take the train from Guangzhou Train Station to Zhaoqing Easttrain
3. Take the train from Zhaoqing East to Nanningtrain
4. Take the bus from Nanning Tourism Distribution Centre to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus
5. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Luang Prabang Southern Stationbus
2d 15h
$136–221
Drive 2,815.5 km
1. Drive from Ningbo to Luang Prabangcar 2,815.5 km
33h 16m
$505–729
Fly Ningbo Lishe International Airport to Luang Prabang International Airport
1. Fly from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane NGB - LPQ
19h 54m
$173–554
Train to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport, fly to Luang Prabang International Airport
1. Take the train from Ningbo to Hangzhou Easttrain
2. Fly from Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport (HGH) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane HGH - LPQ
10h 18m
$213–624
Fly Ningbo Lishe International Airport to Jinghong, train
1. Fly from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Jinghong (JHG)plane NGB - JHG
2. Take the train from Xishuangbanna Station to Luang Prabang stationtrain
11h 29m
$304–744

Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) flights

10Weekly Planes

20h 18mAverage Duration

$174Cheapest Price

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Distance: 3,018 km
Duration: 19h 37m

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

You can take a train from Ningbo to Luang Prabang via Hangzhou East, Kunming South, and Luang Prabang station in around 19h 37m. Alternatively, China Eastern Airlines and Lao Airlines fly from Ningbo Lishe International Airport (NGB) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) once daily.

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