Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang

Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang

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Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang Schedule

Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Firstplan Transport Services SUV 4pax Any time฿ 15,950
Thai AirAsia Economy 09:00 - 16:00฿ 4,405
Thai Airways Economy 10:20 - 11:35฿ 10,771
Thai Airways Economy 14:25 - 10:20฿ 6,656
Sombat Tour Express 42 18:30 - 14:05฿ 2,803
Thai Airways Economy 20:50 - 11:35฿ 9,334

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang

Cheapest Transport$84
Fastest Transport11h
Earliest Departure6:30 PM
Latest Departure8:40 PM
Departures per day3
Distance550 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Air, Firstplan Transport Services, Sombat Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai Vietjet

Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang Destination Reviews

BV
The chauffeurs were helpful with filling in the documents needed to get into Laos. The bus was clean, enough stops for us to go to the toilet as wel, and we even got a little snack pack with a bottle of water, juice, and cookies, couldn't really expect more I think. Sleeping was a bit hard with all the turning the bus had to do, but that's obviously just the way it is, can't blame anyone for that. And we even arrived two hours early. That was a bit annoying since it was 3am... But there were tuktuks waiting, so it was still easy to get into the city. But maybe take that into account when looking at accomodation.
Bus Sleeper, Naluang (Naluang), Mar 17, 2020
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How to get from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight+bus 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 547.39. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a taxi as a taxi ticket costs as low as USD 382.26.

How far is Chiang Rai from Luang Prabang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Rai 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 Rai to Luang Prabang?

The travel time from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 11 to 20 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส): travelling by taxi expect to pay as low as USD 382.26 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 547.39.

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

  • Bus+taxi+Van price: USD 69.33 - USD 71.42. From Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang starting from 00:00 Chiang Khong until 00:00 Chiang Khong
  • flight+Bus price: USD 83.99. From Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang starting from 18:30 Sombat Tour Chiang Rai until 18:30 Sombat Tour Chiang Rai
  • flight price: USD 190.10. From Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang starting from 20:40 Chiang Rai Airport until 20:40 Chiang Rai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 382.26 to USD 547.39.

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

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

  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Rai to Luang Prabang any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Rai 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 382.26.

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 Rai to Luang Prabang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Rai 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:

  • 71% chosen flight
  • 19% chosen flight+Bus
  • 9% chosen Bus+taxi+Van
  • 1% Other