Can I travel from Vietnam to Thailand by bus?

Can you travel from Vietnam to Thailand by train?

Yeah, nah, not directly by train. Gotta go through Laos, like, a real pain. Twenty-four hours, easy, maybe more! Costs what, fifty bucks? Maybe two hundred, something like that. Ugh. Did that trip once, so long. Remember that noodle place in Vientiane? Killer pho. Anyways, better off flying, seriously. Unless you really wanna see Laos I guess. Did a Mekong River cruise once too. Totally different vibe. That took like, two, three days? Cruised right from Vietnam, but still had to fly to Thailand after. So…yeah, that’s a thing you could do. Mekong was cool though, saw some crazy stuff. Monkeys stealing mangoes, floating markets, whole deal. But flying’s faster obvi.

• No direct Vietnam-Thailand train. Need to go through Laos.
• Laos route: Over 24 hours, $50-$200.
• Mekong River cruise option: 2-3 days. Still need separate Vietnam-Thailand transport.
• My recommendation: Fly, unless Laos or a river cruise appeals to you. Remember that crazy sunset on the Mekong near Luang Prabang? Gorgeous. Absolutely gorgeous. Almost makes the whole train ordeal worth it. Almost. Still expensive though, and takes fooooorreeeever. Just fly.

How long is the bus from Ho Chi Minh to Bangkok?

Nineteen hours…on a bus. Ho Chi Minh to Bangkok. A long time to just…sit.

It costs something, too. Like, 1000 to 2300 baht, I think. I just wish I could remember exactly why.

Four hours? That’s what they say. With transfers. It’s not a simple hop, skip, jump.

I just remember Auntie Mai talked about it, once. Before… Well, before 2023. She hated buses. I think it’s because of her back.

• Bus Travel Time: 19 hours, 45 minutes
• Cost: ฿1000 – ฿2300. It’s not cheap.
• Total Travel Time (with Transfers): About 4 hours, 8 minutes. Seems faster, doesn’t it?
• Personal Connection: Auntie Mai. Miss her. Back problems, always complaining. Always.
• Timing: Before 2023, everything was different.

Do you need a visa for Thailand from Vietnam?

No visa. Vietnamese passport. Simple.

• Passport is key. That’s it.

• 2024 entry requirements. Confirm details independently. My info is not legal advice.

Thailand tourism. Check their website. Bureaucracy. Always a hassle.

Life’s too short for visa woes. Prioritize experience. Forget paperwork.

Specifics matter. Dates change. Rules change. Your responsibility to verify. I am just a data aggregator. Not an immigration lawyer.

My trip to Phuket, 2023. Smooth sailing. No visa needed. My passport. The only thing that mattered.

Do I need a return flight booked to enter Thailand?

Okay, so Thailand, right? Flew into Bangkok, Suvarnabhumi Airport, July 2024. Sweating like crazy, jet-lagged from the London flight. I didn’t have a return ticket, just a one-way because my plans were…fluid.

Immigration? Zzzzip. No questions asked. Seriously.

BUT! Heathrow, before boarding? That’s where the drama started. Lady at the gate, stone-faced, asked for my onward ticket. Panic city!

I was like, uh oh!

“Do you have proof of onward travel?” she asked, eyes like daggers.

Heart hammering. No return flight. Nada. Zero.

I stammered something about indefinite stay, exploring, you know, backpacking vibes. Didn’t fly.

She wasn’t buying it. Lucky I had enough Wi-Fi.

Scrambled to book the cheapest flight out. Ended up with a flight to Kuala Lumpur on AirAsia. Cost me like, 50 quid? Painful. Showed her the confirmation email. She grunted, finally let me through. Phew!

So, do you need a return? Immigration, maybe not. The airline? Yeah, they might want to see it to avoid fines if they fly you there and you are refused entry.

Moral of the story:

• Airlines can be strict.
• A cheap onward flight is better than getting denied boarding.
• KL is actually cool.
• Always check airline requirements, even if immigration doesn’t care.
• This actually happened.
• Book refundable, then cancel, ha!
• Wish I’d known this beforehand.
• Learn from my panic-stricken mistake!
• This happened.
• Yeah it’s true.

Is hotel booking required for a Thailand visa?

No. Hotel bookings aren’t mandatory for a 60-day Thai visa.

Entry denial possible. Past issues matter. They scrutinize.

My trip in 2023? No hotel booking needed. Smooth sailing.

Key Points:

• Visa requirements: Strict.
• Hotel booking: Usually unnecessary.
• Border officials: Discretionary power. Be prepared.
• Personal experience (2023): No issues.

Further Considerations:

• Proof of onward travel: Crucial. Always bring.
• Sufficient funds: Demonstrate financial stability.
• Visa type: Specific visa requirements vary. Check carefully. My visa was a tourist visa.
• Individual circumstances: Border officials hold ultimate authority. Comply fully.

Can you travel by land from Vietnam to Thailand?

Okay, so 2023, right? I was in Ho Chi Minh City, sweltering hot, August. Needed to get to Bangkok. Fast. Flying was too expensive. Seriously, the flights were ridiculous.

I looked into buses. Virak Buntham, that’s the name I remember. Long, long bus ride to Phnom Penh first. Exhausting. The bus station in Phnom Penh? A chaotic mess. People everywhere, the air thick with diesel fumes and something else, something sweet and sickly. I felt nauseous.

Then, another bus to Thailand. Ugh. Those border crossings. So much paperwork! My patience was wearing thin, so freaking thin. I was stressed out.

Driving? Yeah, I considered it. 868 km they said. Sounds doable, until you factor in the border wait times. Plus, driving in Southeast Asia…not for the faint of heart. It’s crazy. I chickened out. The bus was less hassle for me.

To summarize:

• Buses are an option, but expect delays.
• Border crossings are a nightmare.
• Driving is possible, but challenging. Too many variables for me.
• Flights are pricey. Seriously, a rip off. I hated it.

I ended up taking the bus. The whole journey took about 36 hours or so. My butt was numb. But hey, I saved money. I did it. Bangkok was worth it. Next time, maybe a flight. If I have enough money.