How to Travel from

Vientiane Airport to Chiang Rai

by Rideshare or Car

Laos Thailand Vientiane Airport Chiang Rai

Cheapest

By car (622 km)

10 h 17 min

622 km.

from $34

Other

Rideshare

10 h 17 min

622 km.

from $8.11

Airlines

Thai AirAsia

Website:

airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1

Plane from Wattay International Airport to Mae

Ave. Duration:

4h 17m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$107.98–$254.07

Thai Airways International

Website:

thaiairways.com/

Plane from Wattay International Airport to Mae

Ave. Duration:

5h 22m

Frequency:

Every day

Estimated price:

$203.26–$419.22

Bus operators

Phetprasert Tour

Phone:

+66 56 720 720

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

phetprasert.com/

Bus from Udon Thani to Chiang

Ave. Duration:

11h 45m

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$19.06–$35.57

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:

+66 5326 6480

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

greenbusthailand.com/website/

Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang

Ave. Duration:

3h 45m

Frequency:

Hourly

Estimated price:

$6.35–$13.97

The Transport Company

Phone:

1490

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home

Bus from Vientiane Talat Sao Station to Udon

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 4 hours

Estimated price:

$2.67–$3.81

Sombat Tour

Phone:

+66 2 936 3256

Website:

sombattour.com/

Bus from Khon Kaen to Chiang

Ave. Duration:

13h

Frequency:

3 times a day

Estimated price:

$20.33–$36.84

Local Bus Thailand

Bus from Chiang khong to Chiang

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$2.22

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:

$37.51

Lao-Thai International Bus

Bus from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office to Khon

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Twice daily

Estimated price:

$11.48

Luang Prabang Transport

Other from Luang Prabang to Pakbeng

Ave. Duration:

Frequency:

Once daily

Estimated price:

$10.59

Train operators

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

What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai is to bus via Khon Kaen which costs $28.26 - $43.48 and takes 19h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane Airport (VTE) and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Vientiane Airport and arriving at Chiang Rai via Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office and Khon Kaen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h 23m.

How far is it from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Vientiane Airport (VTE) and Chiang Rai is 368 km. The road distance is 613.4 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus via Khon Kaen which takes 19h 23m and costs $28.26 - $43.48 .

How long does it take to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 3h 40m to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai bus from?

Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Lao-Thai International Bus, depart from Vientiane Phanthavong Tour Office station.

Bus or fly from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 3h 40m and costs $92.39 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can bus via Khon Kaen, which costs $28.26 - $43.48 and takes 19h 23m.

Where does the Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Lao-Thai International Bus, arrive at Khon Kaen station.

Can I drive from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai is 613 km. It takes approximately 10h 58m to drive from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 335+ hotels available in Chiang Rai. Prices start at $8.77 per night.

Book in Chiang Rai

Nak Nakara Hotel

661 Uttrarakit Road, Chiang Rai

Great

Le Meridien Chiang Rai Resort, Thailand

221 / 2 Moo 20 Kwaewai Road, Tamboon Robwieng, Amphur Muang, Chiang Rai

Great

9.2

Homey Dormy Chiangrai

147 Moo13 Phaholyothin Road, Muang, Chiang Rai

Great

9.2

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Wat Rong Khun

Wat Rong Khun (Thai: วัดร่องขุ่น), better known as the White Temple, is a Buddhist temple in Pa O Don Chai, Mueang District, Chiang Rai province, northern Thailand. Situated outside the city of Chiang Rai, the temple attracts a large number of visitors, both Thai and foreign, making it one of Chiang Rai's most visited attractions. The White Temple was created by master Chalermchai Kositpipat, the national artist who designed, constructed, and opened it to visitors in 1997.

Chiang Rai city pillar, Wat Phra That Doi Chom Thong

Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai is the northernmost major city in Thailand, with a population of about 200,000 people. It is located in Mueang Chiang Rai District, Chiang Rai Province. Chiang Rai was established as a capital city in the reign of King Mangrai, in 1262 CE.

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Two ways to Travel from Vientiane Airport to Chiang Rai

Transport providers

Airlines

Thai AirAsia

Thai Airways International

Bus operators

Phetprasert Tour

Greenbus Thailand

The Transport Company

Sombat Tour

Local Bus Thailand

Orsuksa Tour

Lao-Thai International Bus

Luang Prabang Transport

Train operators

Laos - China Railway

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane Airport (VTE) and Chiang Rai?

How far is it from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

How do I travel from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai without a car?

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Bus or fly from Vientiane Airport (VTE) to Chiang Rai?

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