Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai to Thakhek
| Cheapest Transport | $26 |
| Fastest Transport | 4h 10m |
| Earliest Departure | 11:00 AM |
| Latest Departure | 7:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 8 |
| Distance | 771 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Phet Prasert, Thai AirAsia |
Chiang Mai to Thakhek
Best Options
$142
$157
Other Options
Transportation from Chiang Mai to Thakhek
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Buses$ 25.67
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Flights$ 141.02
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
From Chiang Mai
To Chiang Mai
From Thakhek
Popular Routes in Thailand
How to get from Chiang Mai to Thakhek
Travelling between Chiang Mai and Thakhek is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 156.68 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 141.02.
How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Thakhek?
It can take you anywhere between 5 and 16 hours to travel between Chiang Mai and Thakhek depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Mai and Thakhek. Flight will bring you to your destination in 4h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 15h 25m to reach Thakhek.
How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Thakhek?
Travelling between Chiang Mai and Thakhek can be as cheap as USD 141.02 if you opt for a Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย) flight and as expensive as USD 156.68 if you buy a Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย) flight ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai and Thakhek ?
- 8 by flight from Chiang Mai to Thakhek starting from 11:00 Chiang Mai Airport until 15:05 Chiang Mai Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Mai to Thakhek.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Chiang Mai to Thakhek overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Chiang Mai and Thakhek
Phet Prasert (เพชรประเสริฐ)
What is the most popular transport to get from Chiang Mai to Thakhek?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus