Luang Prabang to Huay Xai

Luang Prabang to Huay Xai

Luang Prabang
Huay Xai
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Luang Prabang to Huay Xai Destination Reviews

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Loved the boat and scenery. But Lao time is different to time we all go by . a 7am departure means when we are good and ready which is 2 to 3 hours later. This happened on both days
Luang Prabang to Huay Xai, Ferry Economy, Laos Group Tour, Sep 25, 2025
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Luang Prabang to Huay Xai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Van
Luang Prabang Travel
Tuk Tuk + Van
06:30
16:30
$23.00
Van
Laos Luxury Travel
Minivan
06:30
18:30
$20.70
Ferry
Laos Group Tour
Economy
07:00
14:30
$25.00
  5.0
Van
Luang Prabang Holiday Travel
Minivan
07:00
19:00
$23.18
Van
Naluang
Regional 14pax
08:00
19:00
$24.83
  2.3
Van
Aqua De Bamboo
Shuttle Minivan
08:00
18:00
$28.00
Van
Luang Prabang Travel
Tuk Tuk + Van
15:00
00:00
$23.00
Bus
Luang Prabang Travel
Sleeper Bus
15:00
07:00
$23.00
Bus
Laos Group Tour
Sleeper
15:30
06:30
$23.00
Bus
Laos Group Tour
Sleeper
16:00
06:30
$23.00
Bus
RG Adventure
Bus
16:00
06:00
$26.38
Van
LaoLuang Travel
Shuttle + Sleeping Bus
16:30
06:00
$24.52

Transportation from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai

Facts about the transport from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai

Cheapest Transport$26
Fastest Transport9h
Earliest Departure6:30 AM
Latest Departure4:30 PM
Departures per day15
Distance450 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAqua De Bamboo, LaoLuang Travel, Laos Group Tour, Laos Luxury Travel, Luang Prabang Holiday Travel, Naluang, RG Adventure, Yortdoy Travel

How to get from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai

When you want to get from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai, 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 Ferry. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Taxi+ferry ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Ferry ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 248.47. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 25.96.

How far is Luang Prabang from Huay Xai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai. Your trip will be a total of 280 miles (450 km). The flying distance is 280 miles (450 km).

How long does it take to get from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai?

The travel time from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 9 to 32 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai?

The cost of the trip from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Aqua De Bamboo: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 25.96 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Ferry - a one-way Ferry ticket can cost as much as USD 248.47.

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

  • Van price : USD 25.96 - USD 29.23;
  • Bus+Van price: USD 27.96. From Luang Prabang to Huay Xai starting from 16:30 Sokprasert Bus Terminal until 16:30 Sokprasert Bus Terminal
  • Bus tickets - USD 28.71 to USD 28.87;
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 28.71 - USD 51.77. From Luang Prabang to Huay Xai starting from 15:30 Luang Prabang Transfer until 16:00 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • taxi+Ferry price: USD 31.20 - USD 37.53. From Luang Prabang to Huay Xai starting from 07:00 Luang Prabang Transfer until 07:00 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • Ferry tickets - USD 248.47 to USD 248.47.

How many trips per day are there between Luang Prabang and Huay Xai?

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

  • Vans from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai depart during the day - there are approximately 7 departures a day.
  • 3 by Bus+taxi from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai starting from 15:30 Luang Prabang Transfer until 16:00 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • Buses start plying the route from 16:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:30. There are 2 available bus trips every day.
  • 2 by taxi+Ferry from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai starting from 07:00 Luang Prabang Transfer until 07:00 Luang Prabang Transfer
  • Ferries leave from Luang Prabang for Huay Xai 1 times a day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai 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.

Ferries

Travelling by ferry is one of the most scenic ways to get from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai as it combines transportation and sightseeing to some extent.

However, with these upsides in mind, you should still understand ferry travel is not for everyone. If you’re prone to seasickness it may be an unpleasant experience. As a rule, a ferry journey isn’t the cheapest way to travel During the high season ferry tickets might be hard to get, so you should always book in advance when possible.

Things to remember: ferry rides are dependent on weather conditions.

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Luang Prabang to Huay Xai? 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:

  • 65% opted for a van.
  • 10% decided to go for a bus.
  • 9% chosen Bus+taxi
  • 7% chosen taxi+Ferry
  • 5% chosen Bus+Van
  • 4% users voted for a ferry ticket.