| Cheapest Transport | $7 |
| Fastest Transport | 40m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:00 PM |
| Departures per day | 6 |
| Distance | 34 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Firstplan Transport Services, Mekong Transfer, Naluang, Naluangs, RG Adventure, Yortdoy Travel |
Travelling between Chiang Khong and Luang Prabang is possible by Bus, ferry, van and taxi. Taxi+van guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+taxi+ferry is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 549.50 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 39.07.
It can take you anywhere between 1 and 33 hours to travel between Chiang Khong and Luang Prabang depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi+van is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Khong and Luang Prabang. Taxi+van will bring you to your destination in 40m. Bus+taxi+ferry does a much slower job and take about 1d 9h to reach Luang Prabang.
Travelling between Chiang Khong and Luang Prabang can be as cheap as USD 39.07 if you opt for a Naluangs bus and as expensive as USD 549.50 if you buy a Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส) taxi ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Khong to Luang Prabang.
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.
Mekong Transfer, Naluangs
Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส)
Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.
Naluang
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