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Kathmandu to Luang Prabang

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Cheapest
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Car
47 h 2 min
3177 km.
from $174
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Schedule

Kathmandu, Nepal → Luang Prabang, Laos

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang

Cheapest
47 h 2 min
Car
3177 km.
from $174
Other
2 d 17 h 11 min
Bus, Train
1915 km.
from $283.11
2 d 23 h 8 min
Bus, Train
1915 km.
from $253.84

Transport providers

Airlines

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
20h 17m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$163.04–$380.43

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
18h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$326.09–$597.83

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Kathmandu Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
12h 35m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$326.09–$597.83

Train operators

China Railways G-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Chengdu East to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$66.30–$71.74
Train from Guangyuan to Kunming
Ave. Duration:
8h 39m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$81.52–$92.39

China Railways D-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.cn/index/index.html
Train from Xining to Chengdu
Ave. Duration:
9h 52m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$38.76–$119.57

China Railways Z-Class

Phone:
(86)12306
Website:
12306.com/
Train from Lhasa to Xining
Ave. Duration:
20h 41m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$23.91–$65.22
Train from Lhasa to Guangyuan
Ave. Duration:
30h 57m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$30.43–$86.96

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Kunming South to Luang
Ave. Duration:
7h 41m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$18.48–$119.57

Bus operators

Checi

Website:
checi.cn
Bus from Zhangmu to Lhasa
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
Twice a week
Estimated price:
$35.37

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang is to drive and bus and train which costs $184.78 - $369.57 and takes 2 days 23h.

What is the fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 12h 47m and costs $163.04 - $391.30 .

How far is it from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Kathmandu and Luang Prabang is 1925 km. The road distance is 3203.9 km.

How long does it take to get from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 12h 47m to get from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Kathmandu and Luang Prabang?

Luang Prabang is 1h 15m ahead of Kathmandu. It is currently 16:30 in Kathmandu and 17:45 in Luang Prabang.

Can I drive from Kathmandu to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Kathmandu to Luang Prabang is 3204 km. It takes approximately 2 days 0h to drive from Kathmandu 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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