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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai

Composite routes from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai

Cheapest
14 h 55 min
Car
1122 km.
from $61
Other
9 h 41 min
Bus, Plane
660 km.
from $83.13
41 h 8 min
660 km.
from $90.76
31 h 43 min
660 km.
from $145.37
10 h 59 min
Train, Plane
660 km.
from $106.07
2 d 4 h 37 min
660 km.
from $127.92
2 d 6 h 51 min
Train
660 km.
from $133.53

Transport providers

Airlines

China Eastern Airlines

Website:
en.ceair.com/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.94–$115.10

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Noi Bai International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.71–$179.04

Ruili Airlines

Website:
rlair.net/
Plane from Kunming Changshui International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$40.92–$319.71

Train operators

Vietnam Railways

Phone:
19006469
Email:
support1@dsvn.vn
Website:
dsvn.vn
Train from Sapa Lao Cai to Ha
Ave. Duration:
7h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$9.59–$19.18

China Railways K-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Hekou North to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
5h 31m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$7.67–$20.46

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Kunming South to Vientiane
Ave. Duration:
9h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$25.58–$140.67

Bus operators

Sao Viet

Phone:
1900 6746
Email:
xesaovietsapa@gmail.com
Website:
xesaoviet.com.vn/
Bus from Lao Cai to Hanoi
Ave. Duration:
5h 24m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.79–$20.46

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:
$15.35–$42.20

Viet Lao Bus

Phone:
+84 91 442 57 88
Email:
vietlaobus@gmail.com
Website:
vietlaobus.com/vi/
Bus from Hanoi Old Quarter to Oudomxay
Ave. Duration:
9h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$5.24–$43.48

Orsuksa Tour

Phone:
084-2626003
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/orsuksa-tour-thailand?source=rome2rio
Bus from Nong Khai to Chaing
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.76

HTX Van Tai 277

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/htx-van-tai-277?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjV8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgzZTYtYzhkOS03NDY1LWI5MjEtMGMyN2MxNzBiN2M3LA
Bus from Ha Noi Nuoc Ngam Bus Station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
25h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$58.97

Grouptour

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/grouptour?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjMsMjAyNTAzMTAwMDAwLDAxOTU4MGEzLTA5ZmYtNzYwNC05YTUxLWZmNDdhZGY3ZWRmYyw
Bus from Hanoi SSB to Luang
Ave. Duration:
26h 20m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$58.83–$83.12

Luang Prabang Transport

Bus from Oudomxay to Luang
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$17.34

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest way to get from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai is to bus and fly which costs $54.35 - $152.17 and takes 9h 41m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai?

The fastest way to get from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai is to bus and fly which takes 9h 41m and costs $54.35 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Lào Cai and Chiang Mai?

No, there is no direct bus from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai. However, there are services departing from Lao Cai and arriving at Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal via Hanoi Old Quarter, Oudomxay and Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 8m.

How far is it from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Lào Cai and Chiang Mai is 1031 km. The road distance is 1155.6 km.

How do I travel from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai without a car?

The best way to get from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai without a car is to bus via Oudomxay Airport (ODY) which takes 41h 8m and costs $44.57 - $108.70 .

How long does it take to get from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai?

It takes approximately 9h 41m to get from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lào Cai to Chiang Mai bus from?

Lào Cai to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Sao Viet, depart from Lao Cai station.

Where does the Lào Cai to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

Lào Cai to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Sao Viet, arrive at Hanoi Hoan Kiem station.

Can I drive from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Lào Cai to Chiang Mai is 1156 km. It takes approximately 15h 34m to drive from Lào Cai to Chiang Mai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

There are 2755+ hotels available in Chiang Mai. Prices start at $29.15 per night.
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