THE SHORT VERSION
Udon Thani to Nong Khai at a glance.
- From
- Udon Thani อุดรธานี
- To
- Nong Khai หนองคาย
- Road distance
- About 53 km
- Straight line
- 52 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Nong Khai to Udon Thani →
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Udon Thani
Udon Thani is a city in north-east Thailand, about an hour from the Lao border at Nong Khai. International buses run to Vientiane, and long-distance buses to Bangkok and across Isan.
- Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1
In the centre. Long-distance buses and the international bus to Vientiane. - Udon Thani Bus Terminal 2
On the edge of town. Regional services.
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.
- Check Lao visa rules before crossing.
KEEP GOING
From Nong Khai, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Nong Khai
More buses from Udon Thani
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Udon Thani from Nong Khai by road?+
About 53 km by road (52 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Udon Thani to Nong Khai take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 45 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 Udon Thani?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Udon Thani include Udon Thani Bus Terminal 1, Udon Thani Bus Terminal 2, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Nong Khai to Udon Thani?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Nong Khai to Udon Thani guide.
Where does the bus from Udon Thani arrive in Nong Khai?+
It depends on the operator. In Nong Khai, services use Nong Khai bus station. For Laos, you can also take a tuk-tuk to the Friendship Bridge and cross by shuttle bus.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Nong Khai?+
For Laos, you can also take a tuk-tuk to the Friendship Bridge and cross by shuttle bus.
What kind of vehicle runs from Udon Thani to Nong Khai?+
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 Udon Thani to Nong Khai 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 Nong Khai by bus?+
Direct buses from Nong Khai include Vientiane, Khon Kaen, Nakhon Ratchasima (Korat), Ayutthaya, Don Mueang Airport (DMK) and more. See all connections on our Nong Khai bus page.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 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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