What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum is to bus and Local Bus which costs ฿266 and takes 7h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs ฿650 - ฿1700.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Chaiyaphum?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office and arriving at Chaiyaphum via Nong Khai Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h.

Is there a direct train between Vientiane and Chaiyaphum?

No, there is no direct train from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum. However, there are services departing from Nong Khai and arriving at Ban Lueam via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 41m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum?

The distance between Vientiane and Chaiyaphum is 369 km. The road distance is 311.5 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum without a car is to Local Bus which takes 7h and costs ฿435 - ฿445.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum?

It takes approximately 4h 41m to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Chaiyaphum bus from?

Vientiane to Chaiyaphum bus services, operated by Local Bus Thailand, depart from Nong Khai Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Chaiyaphum train from?

Vientiane to Chaiyaphum train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Nong Khai station.

Train or bus from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum is to train which takes 4h 41m and costs ฿650 - ฿1700. Alternatively, you can Local Bus, which costs ฿435 - ฿445 and takes 7h.

Where does the Vientiane to Chaiyaphum bus arrive?

Vientiane to Chaiyaphum bus services, operated by Local Bus Thailand, arrive at Chaiyaphum station.

Where does the Vientiane to Chaiyaphum train arrive?

Vientiane to Chaiyaphum train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Ban Lueam station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Chaiyaphum is 311 km. It takes approximately 4h 49m to drive from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum.

Where can I stay near Chaiyaphum?

There are 19+ hotels available in Chaiyaphum.

Vientiane to Chaiyaphum - 4 ways to travel via train, Local Bus, car, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Vientiane to Chaiyaphum by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Ban Lueamtrain
4h 41m
฿663–1,642
Bus, Local Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Central Bus Station Vientiane to Udonthanibus
2. Take the bus from Udonthani to Chaiyaphumbus
7h 27m
฿265
Local Bus
1. Take the bus from Nong Khai Bus Station to Chaiyaphumbus
7h
฿439–445
Drive 311.5 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Chaiyaphumcar 311.5 km
4h 49m
฿1,851–2,674

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Distance: 368.8 km
Duration: 4h 41m

What companies run services between Vientiane, Laos and Chaiyaphum, Thailand?

State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Nong Khai to Ban Lueam once daily. Tickets cost ฿100–900 and the journey takes 3h 28m. Alternatively, Local Bus Thailand operates a bus from Nong Khai Bus Station to Chaiyaphum every 4 hours. Tickets cost ฿240 and the journey takes 5h.

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