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Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang

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Phnom Penh, Cambodia → Luang Prabang, Laos

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Five ways to Travel from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang

Composite routes from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang

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Transport providers

Airlines

Vietnam Airlines

Website:
vietnamairlines.com/
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$343.00–$622.48

Bangkok Airways

Website:
bangkokair.com/
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$495.44

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
6h 25m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.04–$279.48

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 12m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$241.37–$495.44

Cambodia Angkor Air

Website:
cambodiaangkorair.com/
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$343.00–$622.48

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$177.85–$635.18

Bus operators

Virak Buntham

Phone:
081 911 911
Website:
vireakbuntham.com/
Bus from Phnom Penh Virak Buntham Express to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$22.87–$41.92
Bus from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.87–$41.92

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Luang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.97–$41.92

SRL Transport

Bus from Phnom Penh to SRL
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$70.06

Soutchai Travel

Phone:
+856 21 254512-5
Website:
soutchaitravel.com/
Bus from Pakse to Vientiane
Ave. Duration:
17h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.22–$49.54

Chit Prasong

Phone:
‎(+84) 931 45 40 25
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/chit-prasong?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjR8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgyOTUtNjllMC03M2EyLTkwYjYtMTgxMWM4MWU3NjQ5LA
Bus from Vientiane North Bus Station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.23

Phnom Penh Sorya

Phone:
+855 16 908 045
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/phnom-penh-sorya-transport?source=rome2rio
Bus from Phnom Penh Sorya Bus to Ban
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$28.72

Bangkok Busline

Phone:
+66 2 030 4933
Website:
bangkokbusline.co.th/?lang_code=en
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$20.31–$34.30

Vang Vieng Transport

Bus from Ban Nakasang to Vientiane
Ave. Duration:
19h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$28.72

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.35–$50.81

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Vientiane station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.24–$139.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang is to bus which costs $68.48 - $71.74 and takes 36h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $108.70 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Phnom Penh and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct bus from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang station. However, there are services departing from Phnom Penh and arriving at Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station via Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43h 30m.

Is there a direct flight between Phnom Penh and Luang Prabang?

There are no direct flights between Phnom Penh and Luang Prabang. The fastest has 1 change and takes 4h 5m and costs $108.70 - $239.13 .

How far is it from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Phnom Penh and Luang Prabang is 992 km. The road distance is 1287.6 km.

How do I travel from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang without a car is to bus and train which takes 29h 23m and costs $51.09 - $217.39 .

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 6h 22m to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang bus from?

Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Virak Buntham, depart from Phnom Penh station.

Bus or fly from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 6h 22m and costs $108.70 - $250 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $68.48 - $71.74 and takes 36h 9m.

Where does the Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang bus arrive?

Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Virak Buntham, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang is 1288 km. It takes approximately 19h 30m to drive from Phnom Penh to Luang Prabang.

Where can I stay near Luang Prabang?

There are 311+ hotels available in Luang Prabang. Prices start at $17.68 per night.
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