Bus Vientiane to Chiang Mai: Compare prices and save money

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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Sunday

$58

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Tuesday

$59

Wednesday

$59

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	1:30 PM	Vientiane	Khua Din Bus Stop	7:30 AM	Chiang Mai	Arcade Bus Station		Economy	$58	A Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Bus Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 12/7/2025 1:30:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 12/8/2025 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $58 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	1:30 PM	Vientiane	Khua Din Bus Stop	7:30 AM	Chiang Mai	Arcade Bus Station		Economy	$59	A Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Bus Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 12/9/2025 1:30:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 12/10/2025 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 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 $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  18h 10m
  
  0
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Vientiane
  Khua Din Bus Stop
  
  5:00 PM
  
  Udon Thani
  Bus Terminal 2
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Khua Din Bus Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 12/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to Bus Terminal 2, Udon Thani (Thailand) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Easybook
  
  14h 10m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Udon Thani
  Muang Udonthani
  
  9:10 AM
  
  Chiang Mai
  Arcade Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from Easybook goes from Muang Udonthani, Udon Thani (Thailand) at 12/9/2025 7:00:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save $24

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	1:30 PM	Vientiane	Khua Din Bus Stop	7:30 AM	Chiang Mai	Arcade Bus Station		Economy	$59	A Bus from Tara Tour and Travel goes from Khua Din Bus Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 12/10/2025 1:30:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 12/11/2025 7:30:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $59 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 $24? You can find the corresponding connections below.
- 12Go Asia
  
  18h 10m
  
  0
  
  3:00 PM
  
  Vientiane
  Khua Din Bus Stop
  
  5:00 PM
  
  Udon Thani
  Bus Terminal 2
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $6
  
  A Bus from 12Go Asia goes from Khua Din Bus Stop, Vientiane (Laos) at 12/9/2025 3:00:00 PM to Bus Terminal 2, Udon Thani (Thailand) arriving at 12/9/2025 5:00:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $6 per person are available. Travel duration is 2h 0m
- Easybook
  
  14h 10m
  
  0
  
  7:00 PM
  
  Udon Thani
  Muang Udonthani
  
  9:10 AM
  
  Chiang Mai
  Arcade Bus Station
  
  0
  
  Economy
  
  $29
  
  A Bus from Easybook goes from Muang Udonthani, Udon Thani (Thailand) at 12/9/2025 7:00:00 PM to Arcade Bus Station, Chiang Mai (Thailand) arriving at 12/10/2025 9:10:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $29 per person are available. Travel duration is 14h 10m
Travel time is 0h 10m longer, but you will save $24

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai is $58 on 12/7/2025. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Facts about the bus 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 $58!

Cheapest Bus	$58
Fastest Bus	18h 0m
Earliest Bus	1:30 PM
Latest Bus	1:30 PM
Daily Bus Routes	1 Ø
Distance	245.2 miles
Bus Companies	Tara Tour and Travel

Cheapest bus connections from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Every day, 1 buses from 1 bus 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 12/04/2025 and for the following days.

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Monday

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Saturday

Sunday 11/30

Monday 12/01

Tuesday 12/02

Wednesday 12/03

Thursday 12/04

Friday 12/05

Saturday 12/06

Sunday 12/07

$58

Monday 12/08

Tuesday 12/09

$59

Wednesday 12/10

$59

Thursday 12/11

Friday 12/12

$60

Saturday 12/13

Sunday 12/14

Monday 12/15

Tuesday 12/16

Wednesday 12/17

Thursday 12/18

Friday 12/19

Saturday 12/20

Sunday 12/21

Monday 12/22

Tuesday 12/23

Wednesday 12/24

Thursday 12/25

Friday 12/26

Saturday 12/27

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 buses from Vientiane to Chiang Mai are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

These are the most booked bus companies between Vientiane to Chiang Mai from our users.

Tara Tour and Travel from Vientiane to Chiang Mai

Here you will find the key facts about the Tara Tour and Travel bus route Vientiane to Chiang Mai:

Cheapest Price	$58
Fastest Bus	18h 0m
Earliest Bus	1:30 PM
Last Bus	1:30 PM
Daily Connections	1 Ø
Found on	12/2/2025

All bus stations and stops in Vientiane and Chiang Mai

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Vientiane and Chiang Mai.

Southern Bus Station

Vientiane Southern Bus Station Vientiane Southern Bus Station

Soutchai Office

Khua Din Bus Stop

Nongbone Road

Green Discovery

Northern Bus Terminal

Arcade Bus Station

Kaeonawarat Rd

Bus Terminal 3

Tambon Wat Ket, Mueang Chiang Mai District

Tha Phae Gate Old City

Rachadamnoen Rd

Talad Warorot

Maesa Elephant Camp's Office

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 buses 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 bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $58 and takes 18h 0m to reach Chiang Mai. Compare offers to save money!

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

This route is offered by 1 companies with a range of ticket prices between $58 and $59. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Chiang Mai.

On average, how many connections are available from Vientiane to Chiang Mai each day?

Every day, the Vientiane to Chiang Mai bus route is served by approximately 1 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

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

The fastest bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai is offered by Tara Tour and Travel and takes 18h 0m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $58. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

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

The earliest bus arriving in Chiang Mai from Vientiane starts at 1:30 PM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

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

The latest bus trip departing from Vientiane for Chiang Mai starts at 1:30 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Vientiane Chiang Mai route?

When traveling by bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai, passengers can travel with Tara Tour and Travel. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works 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 Vientiane to Chiang Mai bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Vientiane Chiang Mai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus 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 traveling 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!