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

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Mae Sot is to train and bus which costs ฿800 - ฿3100 and takes 16h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Mae Sot is to bus and fly which takes 8h 35m and costs ฿6000 - ฿18000.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Mae Sot?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane to Mae Sot. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office and arriving at Mae Sot via Nongkhai Bus Terminal, Mochit 2 Bus Depot and Bangkok Tara Travel. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 56m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Mae Sot?

The distance between Vientiane and Mae Sot is 542 km. The road distance is 586.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Vientiane to Mae Sot without a car is to bus via Bangkok which takes 17h 56m and costs ฿1700 - ฿2100.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Mae Sot?

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Vientiane to Mae Sot, including transfers.

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

Vientiane to Mae Sot bus services, operated by Budsarakham Tour, depart from Nongkhai Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Vientiane to Mae Sot bus arrive?

Vientiane to Mae Sot bus services, operated by Budsarakham Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Mae Sot?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Mae Sot is 587 km. It takes approximately 9h 29m to drive from Vientiane to Mae Sot.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vientiane to Mae Sot?

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Where can I stay near Mae Sot?

There are 41+ hotels available in Mae Sot.

Vientiane to Mae Sot - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Vientiane to Mae Sot by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Udon Kaew office, Nong Khai to Udon Thani Airportbus
2. Fly from Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to Mae Sot (MAQ)plane UTH - MAQ
8h 35m
฿6,445–17,584
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Ban Phachi Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Ban Phachi Junction to Nakhon Sawantrain
3. Take the bus from Nakhon Sawan to Mae Sotbus 638
16h 29m
฿844–3,034
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Tara Travel to Mae Sotbus
17h 56m
฿1,738–2,091
Drive 586.7 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Mae Sotcar 586.7 km
9h 29m
฿3,523–5,088
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nongkhai Bus Terminal to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Mae Sotbus
19h 55m
฿1,351–2,157
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Maesodbus
21h 19m
฿2,371–3,097
Bus #3
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Any Hotels to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Mae Sotbus
25h 40m
฿1,830–5,551

Udon Thani International Airport (UTH) to Mae Sot (MAQ) flights

28Weekly Planes

6h 55mAverage Duration

฿5,838Cheapest Price

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Distance: 542.3 km
Duration: 8h 35m

What companies run services between Vientiane, Laos and Mae Sot, Thailand?

You can take a bus from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office to Mae Sot via Nongkhai Bus Terminal, Bangkok, Chatuchak Bus Terminal (Mo Chit 2), Mochit 2 Bus Depot, Democracy Monument, and Bangkok Tara Travel in around 17h 56m.

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