Chiang Mai to Vientiane
Here you can explore travel times, fares, and timetables for the different ways to go from Chiang Mai to Vientiane, such as combined, van or bus.
Travel options for Chiang Mai to Vientiane
Starting at Chiang Mai, travel affordably by a bus for 2405 THB, and reach Vientiane faster by combined in 4h y 15 minutes.
Bus from Chiang Mai to Vientiane
From Chiang Mai, buses leave regularly from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, with the day’s first departure at --:--, and will take you to Morning market Talat Sao, Vientiane. Travel time is around 15 hours 30 minutes with fares beginning at 2,405 THB. Plan ahead and secure your spot reserve your seat to Vientiane.
Prices: 2,405 THB
Duration: 15h 30m ⏱
Combined from Chiang Mai to Vientiane
Start your journey from Chiang Mai to Vientiane using combined transport, departing from multiple stations, including CNX Chiang Mai Airport, At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai, CoolMuang Coffee, Chiang Mai and others and arriving at VTE Vientiane Airport or Vientiane Railway Station. The trip usually takes around 4 hours 15 minutes, giving you a comfortable and flexible way to travel. Tickets start from 2,908 THB, see all combined travel options and plan your route here.
Prices: 2,908 THB
Duration: 4h 15m – 35h 10m ⏱
Van from Chiang Mai to Vientiane
Traveling by van between Chiang Mai and Vientiane starts at At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai and reaches Vientiane Railway Station after approximately 35 hours 10 minutes. Tickets are priced at 2,908 THB, and you can secure your seat in advance via van reservations.
Prices: 2,908 THB
Duration: 35h 10m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Chiang Mai to Vientiane
At Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 you queue for the bus heading to Vientiane, services normally operate from --:-- until 19:30 and the journey time is about 15h 30m. Ticketing begins from 2,405 THB and the vehicle finishes the route at Morning market Talat Sao, Vientiane. Use the bus timetable for Chiang Mai to Vientiane to see exact departure times and reserve a seat so you travel on the run that suits you best.
Cheapest & Fastest Bus Chiang Mai to Vientiane
2405 THB, from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Morning market Talat Sao, Vientiane, departure at some times, duration 15h 30mBus Timetable: Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 → Morning market Talat Sao, Vientiane
- --:-- --:-- 15h 30m 2405 THB
- 19:00 10:30 15h 30m 2405 THB
- 19:30 11:00 15h 30m 2405 THB
Combined Routes & Schedules from Chiang Mai to Vientiane
- From CNX Chiang Mai Airport, set off toward VTE Vientiane Airport via multiple modes of transport, spending about 4h 15m to 26h 40m on the route. Departures run from 08:25 until 22:55, and tickets start at 6,149 to 133,653 THB.
- Board at At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai and enjoy a flexible transport ride to Vientiane Railway Station, lasting approximately 35h 10m. Departures occur at 14:30 and tickets start at 2,908 THB.
- Start a journey across different vehicles from CoolMuang Coffee, Chiang Mai and reach Vientiane Railway Station in approximately 35h. Services operate at 09:00 with fares beginning at 3,850 THB.
Cheapest Combined Chiang Mai to Vientiane
2908 THB, from At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai to Vientiane Railway Station, departure at 14:30, duration 35h 10mFastest Combined Chiang Mai to Vientiane
7626 THB, from CNX Chiang Mai Airport to VTE Vientiane Airport, departure at 15:30, duration 4h 15mCombined Timetable: At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai → Vientiane Railway Station
- 14:30 01:40 35h 10m 2908 THB
Combined Timetable: CNX Chiang Mai Airport → VTE Vientiane Airport
- 08:25 13:20 4h 55m 8421 THB
- 08:25 13:20 4h 55m 8161 THB
- 08:25 13:20 4h 55m 8585 THB
- 09:25 19:45 10h 20m 7626 THB
- 10:05 09:30 23h 25m 9912 THB
- 10:05 12:45 26h 40m 9912 THB
- 10:05 09:35 23h 30m 133653 THB
- 10:05 16:45 6h 40m 9912 THB
- 10:05 08:30 22h 25m 9912 THB
- 11:55 19:45 7h 50m 7626 THB
- 11:55 12:40 24h 45m 8164 THB
- 13:40 19:45 6h 5m 7626 THB
- 13:40 12:40 23h 7764 THB
- 15:30 12:40 21h 10m 7764 THB
- 15:30 19:45 4h 15m 7626 THB
- 16:55 12:40 19h 45m 7764 THB
- 20:10 07:35 11h 25m 6715 THB
- 20:10 07:35 11h 25m 6846 THB
- 20:10 07:35 11h 25m 6585 THB
- 21:10 12:40 15h 30m 7764 THB
- 21:10 19:45 22h 35m 7764 THB
- 21:25 07:35 10h 10m 6149 THB
- 21:25 07:35 10h 10m 6366 THB
- 21:25 07:35 10h 10m 6244 THB
- 22:55 07:35 8h 40m 6244 THB
- 22:55 07:35 8h 40m 6149 THB
- 22:55 07:35 8h 40m 6366 THB
Combined Timetable: CoolMuang Coffee, Chiang Mai → Vientiane Railway Station
- 09:00 20:00 35h 3850 THB
Van Routes & Schedules from Chiang Mai to Vientiane
Board a small group shuttle at At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai and travel directly to Vientiane, the only service of the day. Expect the ride to take about 35h 10m, with departures running at 09:00 and tickets starting from 2,908 THB. Arrival is at Vientiane Railway Station, and reviewing the timetable for transfers from Chiang Mai to Vientiane ensures you select the departure that fits your plans.
Cheapest & Fastest Van Chiang Mai to Vientiane
2908 THB, from At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai to Vientiane Railway Station, departure at 09:00, duration 35h 10mVan Timetable: At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai → Vientiane Railway Station
- 09:00 20:10 35h 10m 2908 THB
Frequently Asked Questions Chiang Mai to Vientiane
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Vientiane.
How long does the Chiang Mai to Vientiane route usually take?
Travel time on the Chiang Mai to Vientiane route ranges widely, from about 4 hours 15 minutes to about 35 hours 10 minutes. The difference comes from the transport type and the specific departure and arrival points used on the booking.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Chiang Mai to Vientiane?
The cheapest listed option on the Chiang Mai to Vientiane route is the bus at 2,405 THB. It runs from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Morning market Talat Sao in Vientiane and takes about 15 hours 30 minutes.
Which Chiang Mai to Vientiane option is the fastest?
The fastest listed option on the Chiang Mai to Vientiane route is a combined service from CNX Chiang Mai Airport to VTE Vientiane Airport. The shortest trip shown takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, although some airport-to-airport services take much longer.
How much should I expect to pay for Chiang Mai to Vientiane overall?
Prices on the Chiang Mai to Vientiane route range from 2,405 THB to 133,653 THB. The lower end covers the bus, while the higher end comes from the combined transport listings.
Where do Chiang Mai to Vientiane trips usually leave from and arrive?
For Chiang Mai to Vientiane, departures are listed from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, CNX Chiang Mai Airport, and At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai in Chiang Mai. Arrivals are shown at Morning market Talat Sao, Vientiane, Vientiane Railway Station, and VTE Vientiane Airport.
How many Chiang Mai to Vientiane departures are there, and when is the first and last one?
There are 29 listed trips on the Chiang Mai to Vientiane route. The first departure is shown at 08:25 and the last at 22:55, though the bus schedule itself only shows a last departure of 19:30.
What are the bus details for Chiang Mai to Vientiane?
The bus from Chiang Mai to Vientiane costs 2,405 THB and takes about 15 hours 30 minutes. It leaves from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 and arrives at Morning market Talat Sao in Vientiane. Three bus trips are listed.
What should I know about the van option on Chiang Mai to Vientiane?
The van option on Chiang Mai to Vientiane costs 2,908 THB and takes about 35 hours 10 minutes. It departs from At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai in Chiang Mai and arrives at Vientiane Railway Station. Only one trip is listed.
Are there airport-to-airport trips on Chiang Mai to Vientiane?
Yes, the Chiang Mai to Vientiane route includes airport-to-airport services from CNX Chiang Mai Airport to VTE Vientiane Airport. The shortest listed trip takes about 4 hours 15 minutes, while another airport service takes about 26 hours 40 minutes.
Can I travel from Chiang Mai to Vientiane by rail-linked service?
The combined listings for Chiang Mai to Vientiane include trips arriving at Vientiane Railway Station. One departs from At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai and takes about 35 hours 10 minutes, while another from CoolMuang Coffee takes about 35 hours.
If I want to book Chiang Mai to Vientiane tickets, where should I look?
For Chiang Mai to Vientiane tickets, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. The route has multiple listed departures and station combinations, so it helps to compare the available times, prices, and endpoints before booking.
Why does the Chiang Mai to Vientiane travel time vary so much?
The Chiang Mai to Vientiane route varies because the listings cover different transport types and endpoint combinations. A direct bus takes about 15 hours 30 minutes, while some combined services take about 35 hours 10 minutes and airport-to-airport trips can be much shorter.
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