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

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Nan is to bus which costs ฿800 - ฿1800 and takes 15h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Nan is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs ฿6000 - ฿17000.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Nan?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane station to Nan. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Talat Sao Station and arriving at Nan via Udon Thani and Den Chai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 59m.

How far is it from Vientiane to Nan?

The distance between Vientiane and Nan is 212 km. The road distance is 349.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Vientiane to Nan without a car is to bus which takes 15h 59m and costs ฿800 - ฿1800.

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

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Vientiane to Nan, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane to Nan bus from?

Vientiane to Nan bus services, operated by The Transport Company, depart from Vientiane Talat Sao Station.

Bus or fly from Vientiane to Nan?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Nan is to fly which takes 5h 20m and costs ฿6000 - ฿17000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿800 - ฿1800 and takes 15h 59m.

Where does the Vientiane to Nan bus arrive?

Vientiane to Nan bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at Udon Thani station.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Nan?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Nan is 350 km. It takes approximately 5h 47m to drive from Vientiane to Nan.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vientiane to Nan?

Book your Vientiane to Nan bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Nan?

There are 145+ hotels available in Nan.

Vientiane to Nan - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

How to get fromVientiane to Nan

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 4 ways to get from Vientiane to Nan by plane, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Fly
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Nan (NNT)plane VTE - NNT
5h 20m
฿6,243–17,030
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Talat Sao Station to Udon Thanibus
2. Take the bus from Udon Thani to Den Chaibus 876
3. Take the bus from Den Chai to Nanbus
15h 59m
฿825–1,739
Drive 349.9 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Nancar 349.9 km
5h 47m
฿2,062–2,979
Bus via Chiang Mai
1. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Nanbus 169
20h 40m
฿2,147–2,703

Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Nan (NNT) flights

21Weekly Planes

7h 11mAverage Duration

฿6,168Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Vientiane to Nan.

Launch map view

Distance: 212.2 km
Duration: 5h 20m

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

Thai AirAsia flies from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Nan (NNT) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vientiane Talat Sao Station to Nan via Udon Thani, Den Chai, and Den Chai in around 15h 59m.

Airlines