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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng

Composite routes from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng

Cheapest
19 h 50 min
Car
1418 km.
from $77
Other
9 h 24 min
Bus, Plane
1137 km.
from $145.65
27 h 18 min
Train, Bus
1137 km.
from $96.49
26 h 40 min
1138 km.
from $58.85
9 h 29 min
Bus, Plane
1137 km.
from $74.52
9 h 57 min
Bus, Plane
1137 km.
from $85.13
36 h 47 min
1137 km.
from $92.02

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Surat Thani to Udonthani
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$42.04–$292.99

Thai Vietjet Air

Website:
vietjetair.com/
Plane from Surat Thani to Udonthani
Ave. Duration:
6h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.49–$108.28

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 Surat Thani to Wattay
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.59–$178.34
Plane from Surat Thani to Udonthani
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$36.94–$101.91

Nok Air

Website:
nokair.com/
Plane from Surat Thani to Udonthani
Ave. Duration:
6h 30m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$42.04–$292.99

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Surat Thani to Udonthani
Ave. Duration:
7h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$44.59–$108.28

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 Luang Prabang station to Van
Ave. Duration:
49 min
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$11.46–$140.12

Bus operators

Udon Kaew Tour

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/udon-kaew-tour?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjR8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTdmM2YtZjk0YS03Njk1LWJjMjAtOWUzMjM1MTg3NWQ4LA
Bus from Udon Thani Airport to Lotus
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.57

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Email:
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Surat Thani to Southern
Ave. Duration:
16h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.29–$24.20

Nakhonchai Air

Phone:
1624
Email:
Website:
nakhonchaiair.com/view/
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Udonthani
Ave. Duration:
8h
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$14.01–$26.95

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:
$10.19–$16.56

Vientiane Capital Bus Enterprise

Phone:
+856305351495
Email:
Website:
facebook.com/VientianeCity2Bus/
Bus from Udonthani to Central
Ave. Duration:
2h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$1.17

Tara Tour and Travel

Phone:
086 065 5466
Email:
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/tara-tour-and-travel?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMwODAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjV8aG86MywyMDI1MDMwODAwMDAsMDE5NTc0YzktZmE3NC03MzYzLTk1NDItNDc5ZDgyYjdlZDdjLA
Bus from Bangkok Tara Travel to Vientiane
Ave. Duration:
16h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$35.67–$49.68

Krungsiam Tour

Phone:
+66 863036540
Email:
Website:
krungsiamtour.com/
Bus from Surat Thani Bus Station to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$47.13

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng?

The cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng is to bus via Udon Thani which costs $42.39 - $81.52 and takes 26h 40m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng?

The fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng is to fly and train which takes 9h 24m and costs $76.09 - $336.96 .

Is there a direct bus between Surat Thani and Vang Vieng?

No, there is no direct bus from Surat Thani station to Vang Vieng. However, there are services departing from Surat Thani Bus Station and arriving at Vang Vieng Laos via Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal, Udonthani and Vientiane. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h 40m.

How far is it from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng?

The distance between Surat Thani and Vang Vieng is 1398 km. The road distance is 1448.2 km.

How do I travel from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng without a car?

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng without a car is to bus via Udon Thani which takes 26h 40m and costs $42.39 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng?

It takes approximately 9h 24m to get from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surat Thani to Vang Vieng bus from?

Surat Thani to Vang Vieng bus services, operated by Krungsiam Tour, depart from Surat Thani Bus Station.

Where does the Surat Thani to Vang Vieng bus arrive?

Surat Thani to Vang Vieng bus services, operated by Krungsiam Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng?

Yes, the driving distance between Surat Thani to Vang Vieng is 1448 km. It takes approximately 20h 39m to drive from Surat Thani to Vang Vieng.

Where can I stay near Vang Vieng?

There are 148+ hotels available in Vang Vieng. Prices start at $4.12 per night.
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