Bus and Coach from Vientiane to Chiang Mai: Compare all prices

Compare all timetables for the bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Vientiane to Chiang Mai from various bus operators like Tara Tour and Travel for the next days.

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£44

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Tuesday

£44

Wednesday

£45

Thursday

Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Tara Tour and Travel	18h 0m	13:30	Vientiane	Khua Din Coach Stop	07:30	Chiang Mai	Arcade Coach Station		Economy	£44	A Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Coach Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 07/12/2025 13:30:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 08/12/2025 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m

Cheapest bus trips Tuesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Tara Tour and Travel	18h 0m	13:30	Vientiane	Khua Din Coach Stop	07:30	Chiang Mai	Arcade Coach Station		Economy	£44	A Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Coach Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 09/12/2025 13:30:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 10/12/2025 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £44 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Vientiane to Chiang Mai via Udon Thani, you can save more than £18? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  18h 10m
  
  0
  
  15:00
  
  Vientiane
  Khua Din Coach Stop
  
  17:00
  
  Udon Thani
  Bus Terminal 2
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £4
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Khua Din Coach Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 09/12/2025 15:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Udon Thani (Thailand) arriving at 09/12/2025 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Easybook
  
  14h 10m
  
  0
  
  19:00
  
  Udon Thani
  Muang Udonthani
  
  09:10
  
  Chiang Mai
  Arcade Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £22
  
  A Bus from Easybook goes from Muang Udonthani, Udon Thani (Thailand) at 09/12/2025 19:00:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 10/12/2025 09:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save £18

Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Mode of Transport	BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Logo	Seat classes	Price
	Tara Tour and Travel	18h 0m	13:30	Vientiane	Khua Din Coach Stop	07:30	Chiang Mai	Arcade Coach Station		Economy	£45	A Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Coach Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 10/12/2025 13:30:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 11/12/2025 07:30:00. 50 Economy ticket for £45 per person are available. Travel duration is 18h 0m

Did you know that if you travel from Vientiane to Chiang Mai via Udon Thani, you can save more than £19? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  18h 10m
  
  0
  
  15:00
  
  Vientiane
  Khua Din Coach Stop
  
  17:00
  
  Udon Thani
  Bus Terminal 2
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £4
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Khua Din Coach Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 09/12/2025 15:00:00 to Bus Terminal 2, Udon Thani (Thailand) arriving at 09/12/2025 17:00:00. 50 Economy ticket for £4 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Easybook
  
  14h 10m
  
  0
  
  19:00
  
  Udon Thani
  Muang Udonthani
  
  09:10
  
  Chiang Mai
  Arcade Coach Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  £22
  
  A Bus from Easybook goes from Muang Udonthani, Udon Thani (Thailand) at 09/12/2025 19:00:00 to Arcade Coach Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 10/12/2025 09:10:00. 50 Economy ticket for £22 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save £19

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest coach from Vientiane to Chiang Mai is £44 on 07/12/2025. Flexible travellers save on ticket prices.

Facts about coaches from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Compare all providers like Tara Tour and Travel that travel 1 times every day by bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai in one click! Book your bus ticket from Vientiane to Chiang Mai starting from £44!

Cheapest Bus	£44
Fastest Bus	18h 0m
Earliest Coach	13:30
Latest Coach	13:30
Daily Bus Connections	1 Ø
Distance	394.5 km
Coach Companies	Tara Tour and Travel

Cheapest coach connections from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Every day, 1 buses from 1 coach companies leave Vientiane for Chiang Mai: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 05/12/2025 and for the following days.

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday

Monday 01/12

Tuesday 02/12

Wednesday 03/12

Thursday 04/12

Friday 05/12

Saturday 06/12

Sunday 07/12

£44

Monday 08/12

Tuesday 09/12

£44

Wednesday 10/12

£45

Thursday 11/12

Friday 12/12

£45

Saturday 13/12

Sunday 14/12

Monday 15/12

Tuesday 16/12

Wednesday 17/12

Thursday 18/12

Friday 19/12

Saturday 20/12

Sunday 21/12

Monday 22/12

Tuesday 23/12

Wednesday 24/12

Thursday 25/12

Friday 26/12

Saturday 27/12

Sunday 28/12

How to save money travelling from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Vientiane to Chiang Mai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Vientiane to Chiang Mai are also emptier.

All bus stations and stops in Vientiane and Chiang Mai

The map below shows you where to find all the bus stations in Vientiane and Chiang Mai.

Southern Bus Station

Vientiane Southern Bus Station Vientiane Southern Bus Station

Khua Din Coach Stop

Nongbone Road

Green Discovery

Northern Bus Terminal

Nongbone Road

Arcade Coach Station

Kaeonawarat Rd

Bus Terminal 3

Tambon Wat Ket, Mueang Chiang Mai District

Tha Phae Gate Old City

Rachadamnoen Rd

Bus Terminal 1 (Chang Phueak Bus Terminal)

Railway Station

Compare the bus with other modes of transport

The bus is often the cheapest mode of transport, while other modes like train or flight are faster. Looking for quicker alternatives to travel from Vientiane to Chiang Mai? Compare all modes of transports from Vientiane to Chiang Mai.

Service and Comfort on the bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Want to know which seat classes are available on the coaches from Vientiane to Chiang Mai? Or which bus companies serve the route Vientiane to Chiang Mai? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Vientiane to Chiang Mai bus

How much does a Vientiane - Chiang Mai coach trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Vientiane - Chiang Mai bus trip is available from £44 and takes 18h 0m. Compare offers and save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?

The connection Vientiane to Chiang Mai is offered by 1 companies with ticket prices ranging from £44 to £45. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you will get the cheapest ticket price.

How many connections are available for the Vientiane - Chiang Mai route on average every day?

Each day, the bus route from Vientiane to Chiang Mai is offered by roughly 1 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.

How long does a bus to Chiang Mai from Vientiane take?

The quickest coach from Vientiane to Chiang Mai is provided by Tara Tour and Travel and takes 18h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £44. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?

The earliest bus to Chiang Mai departs from Vientiane at 13:30. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last coach from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?

The latest bus to Chiang Mai departs from Vientiane at 13:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies serve the Vientiane - Chiang Mai route?

Passengers looking to travel from Vientiane to Chiang Mai can travel with Tara Tour and Travel. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.

Is there a direct bus between Vientiane and Chiang Mai?

You can check all the direct connections between Vientiane and Chiang Mai by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Tara Tour and Travel.

What can I take with me on the bus to Chiang Mai from Vientiane?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you are allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Vientiane Chiang Mai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Vientiane Chiang Mai bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai on your planned travel date.

Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Vientiane and to Chiang Mai

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Vientiane and to Chiang Mai. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!