Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang

Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang

Chiang Khong
Luang Prabang
Thu, Jun 6
One Way
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$34
 
 
$476

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Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang Schedule

Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Firstplan Transport Services Van 10pax Any time฿ 17,490
Mekong Transfer Truck + Ferry 07:30 - 15:30฿ 1,600
Yortdoy Travel Taxi + Bus + Song Taew + Slow Boat 08:00 - 17:00฿ 1,600
Mekong Transfer Bus + Taxi + Sleeping Bus 14:30 - 07:00฿ 1,250

Transportation from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang

Facts about the transport from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport11h
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure3:00 PM
Departures per day6
Distance550 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFirstplan Transport Services, Mekong Transfer, Naluang, Naluangs, Yortdoy Travel

How to get from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang

When you want to get from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Bus
  • Ferry
  • Van
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Bus+van. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Bus+taxi+ferry ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 475.65. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus+taxi as a bus+taxi ticket costs as low as USD 33.99.

How far is Chiang Khong from Luang Prabang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang. Your trip will be a total of 342 miles (550 km). The flying distance is 342 miles (550 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang?

The travel time from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 11 to 33 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Mekong Transfer: travelling by bus+taxi expect to pay as low as USD 33.99 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 475.65.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang:

  • Bus+Van price: USD 19.58. From Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang starting from 08:30 Huay Xai Bus Station until 08:30 Huay Xai Bus Station
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 33.99. From Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang starting from 14:30 Chiang Khong Transfer until 14:30 Chiang Khong Transfer
  • Bus tickets - USD 35.35 to USD 35.35;
  • Ferry+Van price: USD 39.43. From Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang starting from 07:30 Chiang Khong Transfer until 07:30 Chiang Khong Transfer
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 43.51. From Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang starting from 08:00 Chiang Khong Transfer until 08:00 Chiang Khong Transfer

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 385.91 to USD 475.65.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Khong and Luang Prabang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 15:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 15:00. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
  • 1 by Bus+taxi from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang starting from 14:30 Chiang Khong Transfer until 14:30 Chiang Khong Transfer
  • 1 by Bus+taxi+Ferry from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang starting from 08:00 Chiang Khong Transfer until 08:00 Chiang Khong Transfer
  • 1 by Ferry+Van from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang starting from 07:30 Chiang Khong Transfer until 07:30 Chiang Khong Transfer
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

  • If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
  • As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
  • While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 385.91.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

  • 95% decided to go for a bus.
  • 3% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 2% chosen Ferry+Van