Third Thai–Lao Friendship Bridge

The Third Thai-Lao Friendship Bridge extends 1423 meters across the Mekong River, connecting Thailand's Nakhon Phanom province with Laos' Thakhek district.

The bridge was inaugurated on November 11, 2011, marking a significant development in cross-border infrastructure between Thailand and Laos along the Asian Highway Network.

The bridge functions as a physical link between Thai and Lao communities, enabling regular exchanges between residents of Nakhon Phanom and Thakhek throughout the year.

Travelers can access the bridge from both countries between 6:00 AM and 10:00 PM through designated checkpoints equipped with immigration and customs facilities.

The structure serves as the shortest route from Thailand's border to Vietnam and southern China, making it a key component of regional transportation networks.

Location: Thakhèk

Inception: November 11, 2011

Official opening: November 11, 2011

Length: 1,423 m

Part of: Asian Highway Network

GPS coordinates: 17.49250,104.72833

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45