What is the cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is to train which costs $30 - $90 and takes 28h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $170 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Surat Thani and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct bus from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang. However, there are services departing from Surat Thani Bus Terminal and arriving at Luang Prabang via บรมราชชนนี 58;Borommaratchachonnani 58, สวนจตุจักร, Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 and Chiang Mai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Surat Thani and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct train from Surat Thani station to Luang Prabang station. However, there are services departing from Surat Thani Train Station and arriving at Luang Prabang station via Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and Vientiane station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 5m.

How far is it from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Surat Thani and Luang Prabang is 1272 km. The road distance is 1479.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 28h 5m and costs $30 - $90.

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus from?

Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Surat Thani Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Surat Thani to Luang Prabang train from?

Surat Thani to Luang Prabang train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Surat Thani Train Station.

Train, bus or fly from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 6h 20m and costs $170 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $30 - $90 and takes 28h 5m, you could also bus, which costs $50 - $210 and takes 40h 9m.

Where does the Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus arrive?

Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal station.

Where does the Surat Thani to Luang Prabang train arrive?

Surat Thani to Luang Prabang train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is 1479 km. It takes approximately 21h 20m to drive from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang.

How do I get a bus ticket from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

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Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

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

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Fly from Surat Thani
best
1. Fly from Surat Thani (URT) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane URT - LPQ
6h 20m
$174–267
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Vientiane station to Luang Prabang stationtrain
28h 5m
$33–89
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surat Thani Bus Terminal to Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
3. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Luang Prabangbus
40h 9m
$52–206
Drive 1,479.1 km
1. Drive from Surat Thani to Luang Prabangcar 1,479.1 km
21h 20m
$265–383
Minivan to Ranong Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Surat Thani to Ranong Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Ranong Airport (UNN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane UNN - LPQ
26h 16m
$198–559
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath Stationtrain
3. Take the bus from Vientiane North Bus Station to Luang Prabang Minibus Stationbus
33h 16m
$37–88

Surat Thani to Luang Prabang by bus

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Distance: 1,272 km
Duration: 6h 20m

What companies run services between Surat Thani, Thailand and Luang Prabang, Laos?

Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, and two other airlines fly from Surat Thani (URT) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surat Thani Bus Terminal to Luang Prabang via Surat Thani Train Station, Surat Thani Train Station, Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Khamsavath Station, Vientiane station, and Luang Prabang station in around 28h 5m.

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