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How to Travel from

Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai

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6 h 56 min
369 km.
from $20
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Luang Prabang, Laos → Chiang Rai, Thailand

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Six ways to Travel from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai

Composite routes from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai

Cheapest
6 h 56 min
Car
369 km.
from $20
Other
6 h 56 min
Rideshare
369 km.
from $14.04
11 h 22 min
Ferry, Bus
256 km.
from $27.61
13 h 36 min
256 km.
from $40.39
6 h 58 min
Plane, Bus
256 km.
from $189.46
12 h 37 min
Ferry, Bus
255 km.
from $39.16

Transport providers

Other operators

Long-tail boat

Other from Pakbeng to Huay
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.80–$17.79

Airlines

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Luang Prabang International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.04–$292.18

Bus operators

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Email:
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.35–$12.70

Local Bus Thailand

Bus from Chiang khong to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
2h
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$2.13

Naluang

Phone:
856071212979
Bus from Luang Prabang - Naluang Station to Huay
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.49

Huay Xai Transport

Other from Luang Prabang to Huay
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.39

Luang Prabang Transport

Other from Luang Prabang to Pakbeng
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$10.28

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State) is to ferry and Local Bus which costs $17.39 - $19.57 and takes 11h 22m.

What is the fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State)?

The fastest way to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State) is to fly and bus which takes 6h 58m and costs $92.39 - $195.65 .

How far is it from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State)?

The distance between Luang Prabang and Chiang Rai (State) is 407 km. The road distance is 441.3 km.

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State)?

It takes approximately 11h 22m to get from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State), including transfers.

Can I drive from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State) is 441 km. It takes approximately 7h 49m to drive from Luang Prabang to Chiang Rai (State).

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai (State)?

There are 286+ hotels available in Chiang Rai (State). Prices start at $8.42 per night.
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