{"product_id":"vientiane-to-chiang-mai-bus","title":"Vientiane to Chiang Mai Bus – Express Transfer from Laos","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe express bus from Vientiane to Chiang Mai\u003c\/strong\u003e is a convenient and affordable way to travel from the capital of Laos directly to northern Thailand. The bus departs from \u003cstrong\u003eMorning Market (Talat Sao)\u003c\/strong\u003e in Vientiane and arrives at \u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal (Terminal 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e 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 Vientiane, Laos to Chiang Mai, Thailand\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\u003eMorning Market (Talat Sao), Vientiane\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeparture: \u003cstrong\u003e13:30\u003c\/strong\u003e (1:30 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~07:30\u003c\/strong\u003e the following morning at Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal (Terminal 2)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCheck-in Point\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform A1, Morning Market (Talat Sao)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Vientiane. Please proceed to \u003cstrong\u003ePlatform A1\u003c\/strong\u003e at least \u003cstrong\u003e30 minutes before departure\u003c\/strong\u003e with your ticket and passport. Staff will be waiting at the vehicle stand at Platform A1.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arriving earlier than 30 minutes before departure will result in no staff being present at the platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eArrival Point\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, Terminal 2 (อาเขต 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e, Chiang Mai — accessible by songthaew, tuk-tuk, or taxi to most parts of Chiang Mai city.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e📍 Proceed to \u003cstrong\u003ePlatform A1\u003c\/strong\u003e at Morning Market at least 30 minutes before departure. Staff will be at the vehicle stand. Arriving more than 30 minutes early means no staff will be present yet.\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 Chiang Mai\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🇹🇭 \u003cstrong\u003eThailand Digital Arrival Card required:\u003c\/strong\u003e All foreign citizens travelling to Thailand must complete the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tdac.immigration.go.th\/arrival-card\/#\/home\"\u003eThailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)\u003c\/a\u003e at least \u003cstrong\u003e3 days before arrival\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\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 Thai visa or entry requirements before travel\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bus crosses into Thailand 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 Vientiane to Chiang Mai by bus?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe express bus departs from Morning Market (Talat Sao) in Vientiane at 13:30. Passengers change vehicles at Nong Khai border crossing before continuing to Chiang Mai, arriving at Arcade Bus Terminal (Terminal 2) at approximately 07:30 AM the following morning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo I need a visa to enter Thailand?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost nationalities can enter Thailand visa-free or obtain a visa on arrival. Please check current visa requirements for your nationality. Additionally, all foreign citizens must complete the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tdac.immigration.go.th\/arrival-card\/#\/home\"\u003eThailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC)\u003c\/a\u003e at least 3 days before arrival in Thailand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere is the check-in point in Vientiane?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProceed to \u003cstrong\u003ePlatform A1\u003c\/strong\u003e at Morning Market (Talat Sao), Vientiane. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before the 13:30 departure with your ticket and passport. Note that arriving more than 30 minutes early means no staff will be present at the platform yet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere does the bus arrive in Chiang Mai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bus arrives at \u003cstrong\u003eChiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal, Terminal 2 (อาเขต 2)\u003c\/strong\u003e, accessible by songthaew, tuk-tuk, or taxi to most parts of Chiang Mai.\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\u003eWhat is the Thailand Digital Arrival Card?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Thailand Digital Arrival Card (TDAC) is a mandatory online form that all foreign citizens must complete at least 3 days before arriving in Thailand. You can complete it at \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tdac.immigration.go.th\/arrival-card\/#\/home\"\u003etdac.immigration.go.th\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow long is the journey from Vientiane to Chiang Mai?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe total journey takes approximately 18 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":"13:30","offer_id":55262760927511,"sku":"VTE-CNX-1330-ADL","price":2600.0,"currency_code":"THB","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/zestgo.asia\/products\/vientiane-to-chiang-mai-bus","provider":"Zest Go","version":"1.0","type":"link"}