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21 h 53 min
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Five ways to Travel from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang

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Cheapest
By car (1 508 km)
21 h 53 min
1508 km.
from $82
Other
Train, Bus
33 h 16 min
1230 km.
from $109.99
Train
27 h 58 min
1230 km.
from $164.64
Bus
40 h 44 min
1230 km.
from $93.33
Bus, Plane
9 h 6 min
1231 km.
from $168.64

Transport providers

Airlines

Bangkok Airways

Website:
bangkokair.com/
Plane from Krabi Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$407.64

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Surat Thani to Luang
Ave. Duration:
6h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$216.56
Plane from Krabi Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$229.29

Lao Airlines

Website:
laoairlines.com/
Plane from Krabi Airport to Luang
Ave. Duration:
4h 20m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$203.82–$407.64

Bus operators

Lomprayah

Phone:
+66 89 873 0008
Email:
Website:
lomprayah.com
Bus from Surat Thani City to Krabi
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$30.57–$42.04

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Email:
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Luang
Ave. Duration:
18h
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$14.01–$42.04

Sombat Tour

Phone:
+66 2 936 3256
Website:
sombattour.com/
Bus from Surat Thani Bus Terminal to Southern
Ave. Duration:
9h 40m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.97–$33.12
Bus from Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 to Chaing
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$19.11–$34.84

Chit Prasong

Phone:
‎(+84) 931 45 40 25
Email:
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/chit-prasong?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjR8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMTAwMDAsMDE5NTgyOTUtNjllMC03M2EyLTkwYjYtMTgxMWM4MWU3NjQ5LA
Bus from Vientiane North Bus Station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$17.27

Bangkok Busline

Phone:
+66 2 030 4933
Website:
bangkokbusline.co.th/?lang_code=en
Bus from Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 to Chaing
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$20.37–$34.39

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Email:
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung
Ave. Duration:
10h 39m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$52.23
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Khamsavath
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.37–$50.95

Laos - China Railway

Website:
facebook.com/LaosChinaRailway/
Train from Vientiane station to Luang
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$140.12

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is to train and bus which costs $40.22 - $141.30 and takes 33h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 7h 21m and costs $59.78 - $217.39 .

Is there a direct bus between Surat Thani and Luang Prabang?

No, there is no direct bus from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang station. However, there are services departing from Surat Thani Bus Terminal and arriving at Luang Prabang Naluang International Bus Station via Opposite Southern Bus Terminal, Bus Stop BTS Ratchathewi, Sombat Tour Viphawadee 13 and Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 40h 44m.

How far is it from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The distance between Surat Thani and Luang Prabang is 1272 km. The road distance is 1506.5 km.

How do I travel from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang without a car?

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang without a car is to train which takes 27h 58m and costs $41.30 - $250 .

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

It takes approximately 7h 21m to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus from?

Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Surat Thani Bus Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is to fly which takes 7h 21m and costs $59.78 - $217.39 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $41.30 - $250 and takes 27h 58m, you could also bus, which costs $44.57 - $97.83 and takes 40h 44m.

Where does the Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus arrive?

Surat Thani to Luang Prabang bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Southern Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Surat Thani to Luang Prabang?

Yes, the driving distance between Surat Thani to Luang Prabang is 1507 km. It takes approximately 22h 1m to drive from Surat Thani 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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