An important gateway to Laos as well as Thailand’s northeast, Udon is easily reached by air, rail and car. Thai Airways as well as budget airlines Nok Air and Air Asia operate daily flights from Bangkok to Udon Thani Airport. Several rail lines leave Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong Station, whereas air-conditioned buses leave from Bangkok’s Northeastern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit) also on a daily basis. The bus ride takes about 8-9 hours.