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

The cheapest way to get from Laos to Chiang Rai is to bus via Lampang which costs ฿1100 - ฿2200 and takes 18h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Laos to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs ฿5000 - ฿9000.

Is there a direct bus between Laos and Chiang Rai?

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

How far is it from Laos to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Laos and Chiang Rai is 372 km. The road distance is 556.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Laos to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus which takes 18h and costs ฿900 - ฿1700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 59m to get from Laos to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

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

Laos to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Lao-Thai International Bus, depart from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office station.

Bus or fly from Laos to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Laos to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 59m and costs ฿5000 - ฿9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿900 - ฿1700 and takes 18h.

Where does the Laos to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Laos to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Lao-Thai International Bus, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Can I drive from Laos to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Laos to Chiang Rai is 557 km. It takes approximately 9h 35m to drive from Laos to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 398+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

Laos to Chiang Rai - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Laos to Chiang Rai 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 Wattay International Airport to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport
best
1. Fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane VTE - CEI
5h 59m
฿5,185–8,725
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office to Khon Kaenbus
2. Take the bus from Khon Kaen to Chiang Raibus
18h
฿924–1,643
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Tha Phratrain 134
2. Take the bus from Phitsanulok Bus Terminal to Chiang Raibus Route No.909
10h 25m
฿1,099–2,117
Drive 556.6 km
1. Drive from Vientiane to Chiang Raicar 556.6 km
9h 35m
฿3,231–4,667
Fly Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang Mai International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane LPQ - CNX
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus
6h 54m
฿4,391–10,266
Bus via Lampang
1. Take the bus from Vientiane Talat Sao Station to Udon Thanibus
2. Take the bus from Udon Thani to Lampangbus 876
3. Take the bus from Lampang to Chiang Raibus
18h 4m
฿1,100–2,204
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus Chiang Mai
18h 15m
฿1,984–3,050

Laos to Chiang Rai by bus

14Weekly Buses

18h 4mAverage Duration

฿1,100Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Laos to Chiang Rai.

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Distance: 371.5 km
Duration: 5h 59m

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

Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, and Lao Airlines fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office to Chiang Rai via Khon Kaen in around 18h.

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