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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Vientiane is to bus via Khon Kaen which costs $23 - $27 and takes 18h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Vientiane is to fly which takes 4h and costs $120 - $280.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and Vientiane?

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

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Vientiane?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Vientiane is 368 km. The road distance is 556.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Vientiane without a car is to bus via Khon Kaen which takes 18h and costs $23 - $27.

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

It takes approximately 4h to get from Chiang Rai to Vientiane, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Chiang Rai to Vientiane?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Vientiane is to fly which takes 4h and costs $120 - $280. Alternatively, you can bus via Khon Kaen, which costs $23 - $27 and takes 18h.

Where does the Chiang Rai to Vientiane bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Vientiane?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Vientiane is 556 km. It takes approximately 9h 34m to drive from Chiang Rai to Vientiane.

Where can I stay near Vientiane?

There are 266+ hotels available in Vientiane.

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

There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Vientiane 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
4h
$125–276
Bus via Khon Kaen
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaenbus
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen to Vientiane Talat Sao Stationbus
18h
$23–27
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
Drive 556.1 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Vientianecar 556.1 km
9h 34m
$100–144
Bus
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 45m
$38–53
Bus via Chiang Mai
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Maibus
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Udon Thanibus 876
3. Take the bus from Udon Thani to Vientiane Talat Sao Stationbus
20h 20m
$28–66

Chiang Rai to Vientiane by bus

7Weekly Buses

18h 45mAverage Duration

$38Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Vientiane.

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Distance: 367.7 km
Duration: 4h

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

Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, and three other airlines fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Wattay International Airport (VTE) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Vientiane Talat Sao Station via Khon Kaen in around 18h.

Airlines