What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu is to bus which costs $35 - $65 and takes 29h 3m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu is to fly and drive which takes 3h 24m and costs $100 - $140.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Mai Châu?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane station to Mai Châu. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Southern Bus Station and arriving at Mai Chau Hoa Binh via Hanoi Train Station, Noi Bai International Airport and My Dinh bus station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 3m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Mai Châu?

The distance between Vientiane and Mai Châu is 477 km. The road distance is 726.7 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane to Mai Châu without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu without a car is to bus which takes 29h 3m and costs $35 - $65.

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu?

It takes approximately 3h 24m to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Mai Châu bus from?

Vientiane to Mai Châu bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, depart from Vientiane - Southern Bus Station.

Where does the Vientiane to Mai Châu bus arrive?

Vientiane to Mai Châu bus services, operated by HTX Van Tai 277, arrive at Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Mai Châu?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Mai Châu is 727 km. It takes approximately 10h 40m to drive from Vientiane to Mai Châu.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vientiane to Mai Châu?

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Where can I stay near Mai Châu?

There are 121+ hotels available in Mai Châu.

Vientiane to Mai Châu - 6 ways to travel via plane, car, and bus

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There are 6 ways to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu by plane, car, or bus

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Fly to Sam Neua, drive
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Sam Neua (NEU)plane VTE - NEU
2. Drive from Sam Neua (NEU) to Mai Châucar
3h 24m
$105–136
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Southern Bus Station to Hanoi Old Quarterbus
2. Take the bus from My Dinh bus station to Mai Chau Hoa Binhbus
29h 3m
$38–61
Drive 726.7 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Mai Châucar 726.7 km
10h 40m
$131–188
Fly to Noi Bai International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Noi Bai International Airport (HAN)plane VTE - HAN
2. Take the bus from My Dinh bus station to Mai Chau Hoa Binhbus
6h 30m
$160–229
Bus via Ninh Bình
1. Take the bus from Vientiane - Southern Bus Station to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Hanoi Binh Minh to Tam Cocbus
3. Take the bus from Ninh Bình to Mai Chau Busbus
29h 47m
$55–79
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Vientiane - Southern Bus Station to Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from My Dinh bus station to Mai Chau Hoa Binhbus
30h 40m
$48–68

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Sam Neua (NEU) flights

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Map of how to get from Vientiane to Mai Châu.

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Distance: 477.4 km
Duration: 3h 24m

What companies run services between Vientiane, Laos and Mai Châu, Vietnam?

You can take a vehicle from Vientiane to Mai Chau Hoa Binh via Vientiane Southern Bus Station, Hanoi Old Quarter, Hanoi Train Station, Noi Bai International Airport, and My Dinh bus station in around 29h 3m.

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