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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai

Composite routes from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai

Cheapest
9 h 1 min
Car
550 km.
from $30

Transport providers

Airlines

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$108.70–$239.13

Bus operators

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Email:
borkorsor@transport.co.th
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.04–$34.78

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai is to bus which costs $13.04 - $34.78 and takes 18h.

What is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai?

The fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Luang Prabang and Chiang Mai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station station and arriving at Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 18h.

How far is it from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Luang Prabang and Chiang Mai is 366 km. The road distance is 690.3 km.

How do I travel from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai without a car?

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai without a car is to bus which takes 18h and costs $13.04 - $34.78 .

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai?

It takes approximately 1h 48m to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai bus from?

Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by The Transport Company, depart from Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai?

The best way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 1h 48m and costs $86.96 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $13.04 - $34.78 and takes 18h.

Where does the Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai is 690 km. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Luang Prabang to Chiang Mai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

There are 2753+ hotels available in Chiang Mai. Prices start at $28.88 per night.
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