What is the cheapest way to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang is to bus via Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang which costs $40 - $75 and takes 35h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $160 - $460.

Is there a direct bus between Phong Nha and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct bus from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang station. However, there are services departing from Phong Nha and arriving at Luang Prabang Southern Station via Ninh Bình and Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 11m.

How far is it from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Phong Nha and Luang Prabang is 578 km. The road distance is 852.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang without a car is to bus which takes 35h 11m and costs $55 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 4h 32m to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phong Nha to Luang Prabang bus from?

Phong Nha to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Queen Cafe, depart from Phong Nha station.

Bus or fly from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 4h 32m and costs $160 - $460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $90 and takes 35h 11m.

Where does the Phong Nha to Luang Prabang bus arrive?

Phong Nha to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Queen Cafe, arrive at Ninh Binh station.

Can I drive from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Phong Nha to Luang Prabang is 853 km. It takes approximately 12h 3m to drive from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang.

How do I get a bus ticket from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang?

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Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 357+ hotels available in Luang Prabang.

Phong Nha to Luang Prabang - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane VDH - LPQ
4h 32m
$162–453
Bus via Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluang
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phong Nha to Ninh Binhbus
2. Take the bus from Ninh Bình to Hanoi Binh Minhbus
3. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Northern Bus Station, Ban Naluangbus
35h 40m
$44–72
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phong Nha to Ninh Binhbus
2. Take the bus from Ninh Bình to Hanoi Binh Minhbus
3. Take the bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Luang Prabang Southern Stationbus
35h 11m
$59–87
Drive 852.7 km
1. Drive from Phong Nha to Luang Prabangcar 852.7 km
12h 3m
$153–221

Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) flights

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3h 50mAverage Duration

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Distance: 578.1 km
Duration: 4h 32m

What companies run services between Phong Nha, Vietnam and Luang Prabang, Laos?

Vietnam Airlines flies from Dong Hoi Airport (VDH) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) 3 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Phong Nha to Luang Prabang Southern Station via Ninh Binh, Ninh Bình, Hanoi Binh Minh, and Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station in around 35h 11m.

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