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Chiang Rai to Huay Xai Destination Reviews

Samuel

chaos. You have to get off the bus at one border, pass through, back on another, get off again, pass through the laos border, then back on another bus. felt like being herded sheep. Laos border tried scamming us for "stamping fee" on passports, no support through the border passage etc as we had evisa's so staff focused on those getting visas on arrival. Just told "wait for my friend" at the other side of the border, no way of knowing who this was and he didnt know our names either, very little real organisation and so much potential to have gone wrong. Bus wasn't particularly comfy either. 15 mins late

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Van Minivan, Terminal Green Pai (Terminal Green Pai), Jul 11, 2026

Bert H

AC in car did not work properly. It was too warm. The rest was fine.

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Van Van + Van, LaoLuang Travel (ບໍລິສັດທ່ອງທ່ຽວລາວຫຼວງ), Apr 9, 2026

Ary V

Van was average, and the driver is a danger in the wheels, for those bumpy roads

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Bus Van + Bus + Song Taew, K Buddy (เค บัดดี้), Mar 18, 2026

Paul E

Late, dirty vehicle poor communication on the operator. The delivery from the Laos border was the most inefficient and time wasting experience of my life. Much better to just get a tuk tuk.

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Bus Van + Bus + Song Taew, K Buddy (เค บัดดี้), Feb 25, 2026

Marius F

Pickup perfectly on time from the hotel and we were on the way to the border relatively quick. The whole process until drop off at Huay Xai took 2 hrs longer than advertised. (4hrs total door to door)

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Bus Van + Bus + Song Taew, K Buddy (เค บัดดี้), Feb 5, 2026

Nalissa E

My pick up was on time as the first passagner, but quite disorganized for others. He didn't have all the correct pick up addresses and it took over an hour to get out of Chiang Rai. He was a good driver, much safer than previous experiences. I've learned that door to door isn't necessarily the best option.

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Bus Van + Bus + Song Taew, K Buddy (เค บัดดี้), Jan 25, 2026

Lukas M

The operator arrived on time, however the vehicle was too small for the number of passengers and luggage. We sat crammed in a small car (not a bus or van as advertised) for 1.5 hours, that was freezing cold. During the drive the driver seemed to microsleep at least once, creating an uncomfortable feeling and risky situations. Especially considering the relatively high price, the service we received seemed poor.

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Van Van + Bus, Mekong Transfer, Jan 4, 2026

Jenny M

Was not what I paid for. Mislead by advertising.

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Van Van + Bus, Mekong Transfer, Dec 7, 2025

Henrik J

The driver contacted us 2 hours before departure for our pickup location

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Van Van + Van, LaoLuang Travel (ບໍລິສັດທ່ອງທ່ຽວລາວຫຼວງ), Nov 15, 2025

Irene H

Very well organized transfer. It was a van ride to the border, then the bus service in the border (taxes already included), and another van in Lao. All smooth and correct, we did not have to worry about anything. Save some baths to pay in the border for the stamp (20 B) and for whatever taxes service (50 B or 1$).

Chiang Rai to Huay Xai, Van Van + Van, LaoLuang Travel (ບໍລິສັດທ່ອງທ່ຽວລາວຫຼວງ), Oct 22, 2025

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Chiang Rai to Huay Xai Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Van	Mekong Transfer	Van + Bus	05:00	06:50	$16.53	4.7
Bus	K Buddy	Van + Bus + Song Taew	05:00	08:30	$15.03	4.0
Van	Trip Corner	Van	05:00	08:30	$13.52
Van	Terminal Green Pai	Minivan	05:00	08:30	$19.54
Bus	JTTT Travel	Van + Bus + Song Taew	05:00	08:00	$15.03
Van	Mekong Transfer	Van + Tuk Tuk	05:00	07:30	$22.54
Bus	Happy Pocket Tours	Van + Bus	05:00	08:00	$16.53
Bus	JTTT Travel	Van + Bus + Song Taew	05:00	07:30	$15.03
Bus	Happy Pocket Tours	Van + Bus	06:00	08:00	$16.53
Van	LaoLuang Travel	Van + Shuttle	11:00	14:00	$15.78	4.5
Van	Trip Corner	Van	11:00	14:30	$13.52
Bus	JTTT Travel	Van + Bus + Song Taew	11:00	14:00	$15.03	5.0
Bus	JTTT Travel	Van + Bus + Song Taew	11:00	13:30	$15.03
Bus	K Buddy	Van + Bus + Song Taew	13:00	15:00	$15.03	4.5

How to get from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai is possible by Bus, ferry, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 145.17 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a van which will set you back mere USD 15.03.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai?

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 4 hours to travel between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 55m. Bus+van does a much slower job and take about 3h 30m to reach Huay Xai.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai?

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai can be as cheap as USD 15.03 if you opt for a Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล) van and as expensive as USD 145.17 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.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai ?

5 from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai starting from 05:00 Chiang Rai Town Transfer until 13:30 Chiang Rai Town Transfer
3 by Bus+Van from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai starting from 05:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 13:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
1 by taxi+Van from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
1 by Ferry+Van from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai starting from 05:00 Chiang Rai Town Transfer until 05:00 Chiang Rai Town Transfer
64 from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Airport until 00:00 Chiang Rai Airport

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

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.

Companies offering charters between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai

AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), BangkokTaxi24, Easyride Services, Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส), Freedom Tour Taxi Service (Freedom Tour and Taxi Service), Glassflower, Go2Trip, Gosafe Transport (โกเซฟ ทรานสปอร์ต), Kanokwan Travel (บริษัท กนกวรรณ ทราเวล จำกัด), Lanna Expert Driver (หจก.ลานนา เอ็กเปอร์ท ไดร์เวอร์), Naiyai 654 Service, Smart En Plus (สมาร์ท เอ็น พลัส), Than Car Service (ธาน คาร์ เซอร์วิส), Torch (ทอช), Trip Corner (ทริป คอร์เนอร์)

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai, too.

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.

Companies operating vans between Chiang Rai and Huay Xai

Happy Pocket Tours, Mekong Transfer, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล)

What is the most popular transport to get from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus+taxi remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

33% chosen Bus+taxi
33% chosen Bus+Van
16% took a van
9% bought a taxi ride
5% chosen taxi+Van
4% chosen Ferry+Van

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Huay Xai

Cheapest Transport	$16
Fastest Transport	55m
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	1:30 PM
Departures per day	74
Distance	46 kilometers
Transport Companies	AEC 168 Transport and Travel, BangkokTaxi24, Easyride Services, Firstplan Transport Services, Freedom Tour Taxi Service, Glassflower, Go2Trip, Gosafe Transport, Happy Pocket Tours, K Buddy, Kanokwan Travel, Lanna Expert Driver, Mekong Transfer, Naiyai 654 Service, Smart En Plus, Than Car Service, Torch, Trip Corner, Yortdoy Travel

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Chiang Rai to Huay Xai