What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Laos?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Laos is to bus which costs $22 - $45 and takes 18h.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Laos?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Laos is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs $150 - $260.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and Laos?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai to Laos station. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at Central Bus Station Vientiane via Khon Kaen Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Laos?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Laos is 372 km. The road distance is 556.1 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Rai to Laos without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Laos without a car is to bus which takes 18h and costs $22 - $45.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Laos?

It takes approximately 5h 16m to get from Chiang Rai to Laos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai to Laos bus from?

Chiang Rai to Laos bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Bus or fly from Chiang Rai to Laos?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Laos is to fly which takes 5h 16m and costs $150 - $260. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $22 - $45 and takes 18h.

Where does the Chiang Rai to Laos bus arrive?

Chiang Rai to Laos bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Laos?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Laos is 556 km. It takes approximately 9h 33m to drive from Chiang Rai to Laos.

Where can I stay near Laos?

There are 284+ hotels available in Laos.

Chiang Rai to Laos - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Laos by plane, bus, train, 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 Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Wattay International Airport (VTE)plane CEI - VTE
5h 16m
$156–257
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaenbus
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen Bus Terminal to Central Bus Station Vientianebus
18h
$22–40
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Phitsanulok Bus Terminalbus Route No.909
2. Take the train from Tha Phra to Nong Khaitrain 133
10h 35m
$41–64
Drive 556.1 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Vientianecar 556.1 km
9h 33m
$100–144
Bus via Lampang
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampangbus
2. Take the bus from Lampang to Udon Thanibus 876
3. Take the bus from Udon Thani to Vientiane Talat Sao Stationbus
18h 3m
$33–67
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Maibus Chiang Rai
2. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Nong Khaibus
18h 15m
$53–95

Chiang Rai to Laos by bus

14Weekly Buses

18h 3mAverage Duration

$33Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Laos.

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Distance: 371.6 km
Duration: 5h 16m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Laos?

Thai Airways International, Thai AirAsia, and two other airlines fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) 5 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Central Bus Station Vientiane via Khon Kaen Bus Terminal in around 18h.

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