{"product_id":"chiang-mai-to-vientiane-bus","title":"Chiang Mai to Vientiane Bus – Express Transfer to Laos","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe express bus from Chiang Mai to Vientiane\u003c\/strong\u003e is a convenient and affordable way to travel from northern Thailand directly to the capital of Laos. The bus departs from \u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal (Terminal 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e and arrives at \u003cstrong\u003eMorning Market (Talat Sao)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Vientiane the following morning, with a vehicle change at the Nong Khai border crossing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExpress bus ticket from Chiang Mai to Vientiane, Laos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstant e-ticket confirmation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLuggage assistance during change of transport by operator's staff\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eNot Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚼 Tuk-tuk fare: \u003cstrong\u003e100 THB\u003c\/strong\u003e (paid directly at border)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌉 Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge fee: \u003cstrong\u003e35 THB\u003c\/strong\u003e (paid directly at border)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDeparture Schedule\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDaily departure from \u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, Terminal 3\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeparture: \u003cstrong\u003e19:00\u003c\/strong\u003e (7:00 PM)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVehicle change at: \u003cstrong\u003eNong Khai border crossing\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEstimated Arrival: \u003cstrong\u003e~11:00\u003c\/strong\u003e the following morning at Morning Market, Vientiane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCheck-in Point\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, Terminal 3 (อาเขต 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Chiang Mai. Please arrive at least \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes before departure\u003c\/strong\u003e with your ticket and passport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArrival Point\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMorning Market (Talat Sao)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Vientiane — located in the heart of Vientiane, within easy reach of hotels and guesthouses across the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📍 Check in at \u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, Terminal 3\u003c\/strong\u003e at least 30 minutes before departure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📵 Please bring your \u003cstrong\u003eticket and passport\u003c\/strong\u003e for check-in\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🚌 Passengers will \u003cstrong\u003echange vehicles at Nong Khai\u003c\/strong\u003e border crossing before continuing to Vientiane\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🧳 Luggage allowance: \u003cstrong\u003e20 kg per person\u003c\/strong\u003e (1 large bag + 1 small bag not exceeding 28 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOperator's staff will assist with luggage during change of transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e💰 \u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tuk-tuk fare of \u003cstrong\u003e100 THB\u003c\/strong\u003e and Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge fee of \u003cstrong\u003e35 THB\u003c\/strong\u003e — both paid directly by the customer at the border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease ensure your passport is valid and you have the correct Laos visa or e-visa before travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bus crosses into Laos via the Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge at Nong Khai — please have your travel documents ready\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eArrival times may be affected by traffic or border crossing delays\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eLuggage Policy\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20 kg per person allowed (1 large bag + 1 small bag not exceeding 28 inches)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease contact us via WhatsApp if you have oversized luggage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do you get from Chiang Mai to Vientiane by bus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe express bus departs from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal (Terminal 3) at 19:00. Passengers change vehicles at Nong Khai border crossing before continuing to Vientiane, arriving at Morning Market (Talat Sao) at approximately 11:00 AM the following day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a visa to enter Laos?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost nationalities can obtain a Laos visa on arrival or an e-visa. Please check the current visa requirements for your nationality before travel. Zest Go does not arrange visas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the check-in point in Chiang Mai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe check-in point is at \u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, Terminal 3 (อาเขต 3)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the 19:00 departure with your ticket and passport.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does the bus arrive in Vientiane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bus arrives at \u003cstrong\u003eMorning Market (Talat Sao)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Vientiane, centrally located and easily accessible to most hotels and guesthouses in the city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo passengers need to change vehicles?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Passengers change vehicles at \u003cstrong\u003eNong Khai\u003c\/strong\u003e border crossing. Operator's staff will assist with luggage during the transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre there any extra fees at the border?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Customers are required to pay a \u003cstrong\u003etuk-tuk fare of 100 THB\u003c\/strong\u003e and a \u003cstrong\u003eThai–Lao Friendship Bridge fee of 35 THB\u003c\/strong\u003e directly at the border. These are not included in the ticket price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the journey from Chiang Mai to Vientiane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total journey takes approximately 16 hours, including the vehicle change and border crossing at Nong Khai. Actual arrival time may vary depending on traffic and border wait times.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zest Go","offers":[{"title":"19:00","offer_id":55262843240727,"sku":"CNX-VTE-1900-ADL","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/zestgo.asia\/products\/chiang-mai-to-vientiane-bus","provider":"Zest Go","version":"1.0","type":"link"}