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8 h 44 min
607 km.
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Vientiane, Laos → Luang Namtha, Laos

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Vientiane to Luang Namtha

Composite routes from Vientiane to Luang Namtha

Cheapest
8 h 44 min
Car
607 km.
from $33
Other
6 h 52 min
Bus, Train
353 km.
from $35.73

Transport providers

Airlines

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Wattay International Airport to Louang
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$59.71–$95.28

Lao Skyway

Website:
laoskyway.com/
Plane from Wattay International Airport to Louang
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.11–$53.36

Train operators

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Vientiane station to Boten
Ave. Duration:
3h 7m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.51–$139.74
Train from Van Vieng station to Boten
Ave. Duration:
2h 12m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.24–$139.74

Bus operators

Soutchai Travel

Phone:
+856 21 254512-5
Email:
Website:
soutchaitravel.com/
Bus from Vientiane to Vang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.16–$16.51

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha?

The cheapest way to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha is to bus and train which costs $28.26 - $141.30 and takes 6h 52m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha?

The fastest way to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs $35.87 - $81.52 .

How far is it from Vientiane to Luang Namtha?

The distance between Vientiane and Luang Namtha is 358 km. The road distance is 635.7 km.

How do I travel from Vientiane to Luang Namtha without a car?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs $40.22 - $152.17 .

How long does it take to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha, including transfers.

Train or fly from Vientiane to Luang Namtha?

The best way to get from Vientiane to Luang Namtha is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs $35.87 - $81.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $40.22 - $152.17 and takes 4h 15m.

Can I drive from Vientiane to Luang Namtha?

Yes, the driving distance between Vientiane to Luang Namtha is 636 km. It takes approximately 9h 51m to drive from Vientiane to Luang Namtha.

Where can I stay near Luang Namtha?

There are five+ hotels available in Luang Namtha. Prices start at $0.00 per night.
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