What is the cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay?

The cheapest way to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay is to bus which costs $23 - $50 and takes 21h.

What is the fastest way to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay?

The fastest way to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay is to fly and train which takes 5h 45m and costs $80 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Hanoi and Muang Xay?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from My Dinh bus station station and arriving at Oudomxay. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 21h.

Is there a direct train between Hanoi and Muang Xay?

No, there is no direct train from Hanoi station to Muang Xay station. However, there are services departing from Hanoi Gia Lam Station and arriving at Oudomxay station via Nanning and Kunming South. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 36m.

How far is it from Hanoi to Muang Xay?

The distance between Hanoi and Muang Xay is 545 km. The road distance is 624.7 km.

How do I travel from Hanoi to Muang Xay without a car?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay without a car is to bus which takes 21h and costs $23 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay?

It takes approximately 5h 45m to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Muang Xay bus from?

Hanoi to Muang Xay bus services, operated by Viet Lao Bus, depart from My Dinh bus station.

Where do I catch the Hanoi to Muang Xay train from?

Hanoi to Muang Xay train services, operated by China Railways, depart from Hanoi Gia Lam Station.

Train or bus from Hanoi to Muang Xay?

The best way to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay is to bus which takes 21h and costs $23 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $100 - $230 and takes 23h 36m.

Where does the Hanoi to Muang Xay bus arrive?

Hanoi to Muang Xay bus services, operated by Viet Lao Bus, arrive at Oudomxay station.

Where does the Hanoi to Muang Xay train arrive?

Hanoi to Muang Xay train services, operated by China Railways, arrive at Nanning station.

Can I drive from Hanoi to Muang Xay?

Yes, the driving distance between Hanoi to Muang Xay is 625 km. It takes approximately 9h 16m to drive from Hanoi to Muang Xay.

Where can I stay near Muang Xay?

There are two+ hotels available in Muang Xay.

Hanoi to Muang Xay - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Hanoi to Muang Xay by plane, train, 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 to Luang Prabang International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)HAN - LPQ
2. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Oudomxay station
5h 45m
$84–234
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from My Dinh bus station to Oudomxay
21h
$23–50
Train
1. Take the train from Hanoi Gia Lam Station to Nanning
2. Take the train from Nanning to Kunming South
3. Take the train from Kunming South to Oudomxay station
23h 36m
$103–223
Drive 624.7 km
1. Drive from Hanoi to Muang Xay624.7 km
9h 16m
$112–162
Fly to Dien Bien Phu Airport, bus
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Dien Bien Phu Airport (DIN)HAN - DIN
2. Take the bus from Dien Bien Bus Station to Oudomxay
11h 17m
$84–196
Fly to Louang Namtha Airport, bus
1. Fly from Noi Bai International Airport (HAN) to Louang Namtha Airport (LXG)HAN - LXG
2. Take the bus from Luang Namtha to Oudomxay
22h 34m
$38–156

Hanoi to Muang Xay by bus

7Weekly Buses

21hAverage Duration

$23Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 545.2 km
Duration: 5h 45m

What companies run services between Hanoi, Vietnam and Muang Xay, Laos?

Viet Lao Bus operates a bus from My Dinh bus station to Oudomxay once daily. Tickets cost $23–50 and the journey takes 21h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Hanoi Gia Lam Station to Oudomxay station via Nanning and Kunming South in around 23h 36m.

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