How to Get to Mohan Border from Mengla County

磨憨 (Mohan) is a small town located on the border between China and Laos. Its name means “wealthy salt well” in the Dai language. The town is surrounded by vibrant forests and streams and is home to warm and hospitable residents.

Overview of Mohan

In terms of size, Mohan is quite small. A walk along the town’s only main road, ASEAN Avenue (东盟大道), can be completed in less than half a day. However, if you look beyond its size, Mohan holds great significance. The Mohan Border (磨憨口岸) connects with the Laos border at the Moding Port (磨丁口岸) and serves as an important national land port for China, facilitating connections to Laos and other Southeast Asian countries. Travelers can depart from Mohan along the Pan-Asian Railway (泛亚铁路) that runs through Laos, Thailand, and all the way to Singapore.

On December 3, 2021, the China-Laos Railway (中老铁路), a landmark project in the high-quality development of the Belt and Road Initiative (一带一路), commenced operations. As a key node on this “Steel Silk Road,” Mohan is rapidly growing into an important international port city in southern Yunnan (云南).

Bus Ticket Prices from Mengla to Mohan

The bus fare from Mengla Bus Station (勐腊汽车站) to Mohan is 50 yuan, which includes insurance. If you choose a bus without insurance, the fare is 48 yuan. There are two buses that depart for Mohan every day at 8:30 AM and 10:40 AM. If you miss these two buses, you can first take a bus to Mengla and then purchase a ticket from Mengla to Mohan. Additionally, there are many trains available from Mengla to Mohan, so you can choose according to your needs.

Summary of Attractions and Names

  • Mohan (磨憨): A small town on the China-Laos border, known for its vibrant forests and welcoming residents.
  • Mohan Border (磨憨口岸): Connects to Laos at Moding Port (磨丁口岸).
  • Pan-Asian Railway (泛亚铁路): A significant railway connecting Mohan to Southeast Asia.
  • China-Laos Railway (中老铁路): A key railway project marking a new era of connectivity.
  • Mengla Bus Station (勐腊汽车站): Departure point for buses to Mohan.