What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng is to Local Bus and bus and train which costs $26 - $65 and takes 11h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng is to drive which takes 8h 16m and costs $85 - $130.

How far is it from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng?

The distance between Chiang Rai (State) and Vang Vieng is 633 km. The road distance is 492.7 km.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng?

It takes approximately 11h 45m to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng is 493 km. It takes approximately 8h 16m to drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng.

Where can I stay near Vang Vieng?

There are 177+ hotels available in Vang Vieng.

Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng - 4 ways to travel via train, and Local Bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Vang Vieng by bus, train, car, or plane

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

Local Bus, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang khong
2. Take the bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Oudomxay
3. Take the train from Oudomxay station to Van Vieng station
11h 45m
$26–65
Drive 492.7 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Vang Vieng492.7 km
8h 16m
$89–128
Bus, fly, train
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)CNX - LPQ
3. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Van Vieng station
10h
$130–276
Local Bus, Minivan, bus
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang khong
2. Take the bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Luang Prabang - Naluang Station
3. Take the bus from Naluang Bus Station to Vang Vieng Bus Terminal
21h 23m
$53–111

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 5mAverage Duration

$114Cheapest Price

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Distance: 633.4 km
Duration: 11h 45m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai (State), Thailand and Vang Vieng, Laos?

You can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Vang Vieng via Chiang khong, Huay Xai - Bokeo Station, Luang Prabang - Naluang Station, Naluang Bus Station, and Vang Vieng Bus Terminal in around 21h 23m.

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