THE SHORT VERSION
Nong Khiaw to Oudomxay at a glance.
- From
- Nong Khiaw ໜອງຂຽວ
- To
- Oudomxay ອຸດົມໄຊ
- Road distance
- About 113 km
- Straight line
- 67 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~1 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Not listed as direct
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Nong Khiaw
Nong Khiaw is a riverside village in northern Laos, framed by limestone peaks on the Nam Ou. Buses and minivans connect it with Luang Prabang and Oudomxay.
- Nong Khiaw bus station
West side of the village, about 15 minutes' walk from the bridge.
Arriving in Oudomxay
Ask the seller where the service ends in Oudomxay. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Oudomxay, the road continues.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Nong Khiaw from Oudomxay by road?+
About 113 km by road (67 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Nong Khiaw to Oudomxay take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 1 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Nong Khiaw?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Nong Khiaw include Nong Khiaw bus station, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Oudomxay to Nong Khiaw?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Oudomxay to Nong Khiaw as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Nong Khiaw arrive in Oudomxay?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of vehicle runs from Nong Khiaw to Oudomxay?+
12Go lists minivan (shared van) services on this route rather than full-size buses. Vans are usually quicker but have less luggage space, so check the luggage allowance for your departure before you book.
Can I book the Nong Khiaw to Oudomxay bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Oudomxay by bus?+
Direct buses from Oudomxay include Hanoi. See all connections on our Oudomxay bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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