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Mae Sai to Laos

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Mae Sai, Thailand → Laos, Laos

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Mae Sai to Laos

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Transport providers

Bus operators

Phetprasert Tour

Phone:
+66 56 720 720
Website:
phetprasert.com/
Bus from Chiang Mai to Udon
Ave. Duration:
11h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$17.83–$35.67

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Mae Sai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$10.19–$15.29

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Udon Thani to Vientiane
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.68–$3.82

Orsuksa Tour

Phone:
084-2626003
Website:
easybook.com/bus/operator/orsuksa-tour-thailand?source=rome2rio
Bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Nong
Ave. Duration:
11h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$37.62

Huay Xai Transport

Bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Oudomxay
Ave. Duration:
5h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$4.25
Other from Huay Xai to Luang
Ave. Duration:
8h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$14.88

Airlines

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Louang Namtha Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$59.87–$95.54
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$292.99
Plane from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$191.08

Lao Skyway

Website:
laoskyway.com/
Plane from Louang Namtha Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$38.22–$53.50
Plane from Luang Prabang International Airport to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
40 min
Frequency:
Friday and Sunday
Estimated price:
$24.20–$49.68

Train operators

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Oudomxay station to Vientiane
Ave. Duration:
2h 31m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$140.12

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Mae Sai to Laos?

The cheapest way to get from Mae Sai to Laos is to bus via Udon Thani which costs $26.09 - $46.74 and takes 21h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Mae Sai to Laos?

The fastest way to get from Mae Sai to Laos is to drive and fly which takes 6h 13m and costs $81.52 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Mae Sai and Laos?

No, there is no direct bus from Mae Sai to Laos station. However, there are services departing from Mae Sai and arriving at Vientiane Talat Sao Station via Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal and Nong Khai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 20m.

How far is it from Mae Sai to Laos?

The distance between Mae Sai and Laos is 633 km. The road distance is 677 km.

How do I travel from Mae Sai to Laos without a car?

The best way to get from Mae Sai to Laos without a car is to bus which takes 20h 20m and costs $41.30 - $45.65 .

How long does it take to get from Mae Sai to Laos?

It takes approximately 6h 13m to get from Mae Sai to Laos, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Mae Sai to Laos bus from?

Mae Sai to Laos bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, depart from Mae Sai station.

Where does the Mae Sai to Laos bus arrive?

Mae Sai to Laos bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, arrive at Chiang Mai station.

Can I drive from Mae Sai to Laos?

Yes, the driving distance between Mae Sai to Laos is 677 km. It takes approximately 11h 50m to drive from Mae Sai to Laos.
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