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What is the cheapest way to do a visa exempt border run from Thailand?

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Apr 4, 2018

8 years ago

Jon *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

HI Guys and Girls, what's the cheapest easiest way to do a quick visa exempt border bounce? When do those vans leave from Tesco Onnut to Poi Pet? Is flying out an option too? I have to go to Laos to apply for an EDU visa but need something a bit cheaper so will probably try that next month. Thank you

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TLDR : Answer Summary

The discussion centers around finding the cheapest and easiest method for a visa exempt border run from Thailand, particularly to Laos. Suggestions include using a van service leaving from Tesco Onnut, taking a 3rd class train for the lowest cost, or opting to fly to nearby countries like Kuala Lumpur or Singapore for a more pleasant travel experience. The comments encourage careful consideration of options and highlight the necessity to book seats in advance for the van service.

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Pongsrirojana **********

Used the service

@Tod ********

referenced a few weeks ago to Myanmar border. Left at 4a and back by 12:30pm. Must reserve seat.

8 years ago

Ali ******

They've probably stopped it ahead of Songkran - the Mae Sot border is currently very busy with migrants crossing for Thingyan - around 8,000 people a day.

For those needing to cross at Mae Sot, the afternoon is better - huge queues in the morning.

Imagine they may reinstate the visa run van after the Songkran/Thingyan season.

8 years ago

Pongsrirojana **********

Wow. We were very lucky then.

8 years ago

Ellie *******

yep. i tried to call a few days ago.

8 years ago

Pongsrirojana **********

Really? In the past 2 weeks?

8 years ago

Ellie *******

they currently stop the tour to Myanmar border.

8 years ago

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Ellie *******

David **********

Only did visa run van once when I was ignorant and stupid. Never ever again. Fly to KL or Singapore or go to Laos. Visit other parts of Asia for a few days. Check out the promotions on Air Asia. Why the rush to get back here?

8 years ago

Jari ************

The cheapest would be 3rd class train.

8 years ago

Jon *********

ORIGINAL POSTER

Thanks, Tod.

8 years ago

Tod *********

the vans that leave from Tesco On Nut are from this company

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8 years ago