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How to get fromMuang Pakbèng to Chiang Raiby ferry, bus or car

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There are 3 ways to get from Muang Pakbèng to Chiang Rai by ferry, bus, or car

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  1. Ferry, Local Bus

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    1. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Huay Xaiferry
    2. Take the bus from Chiang khong to Chiang Raibus
    8h 36m
    ฿499–748

  2. Drive 225.7 km

    1. Drive from Muang Pakbèng to Chiang Raicar225.7 km
    4h 29m
    ฿1,312–1,895

  3. Drive, Local Bus

    1. Drive from Muang Pakbèng to Chiang khongcar
    2. Take the bus from Chiang khong to Chiang Raibus
    5h 48m
    ฿906–1,280

Questions & Answers

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

There is no direct connection from Muang Pakbèng to Chiang Rai. However, you can take the ferry to Huay Xai, drive to Chiang khong, then take the bus to Chiang Rai. Alternatively, you can drive from Muang Pakbèng to Chiang Rai in around 4h 29m.

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