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Chiang Rai to Sakon Nakhon buses

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Trip Overview

The average bus between Chiang Rai and Sakon Nakhon takes 16h 15m and the fastest bus takes 15h 45m. The bus service runs several times per day from Chiang Rai to Sakon Nakhon. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

16h 15m
Duration
1,030 km
Distance
฿1,415
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Bus via Lampang

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  1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampangbus bus Route No.909 / ...
  2. Take the bus from Lampang to Sakon Nakhonbus bus 876
16h 33m
฿1,124–1,648

Chiang Rai to Sakon Nakhon bus times

Buses run twice daily between Chiang Rai and Sakon Nakhon. The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Chiang Rai is at 6:00 PM which arrives into Sakon Nakhon at 9:45 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 16h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Frequently asked questions

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  • Distance: 1,030 km
  • Duration: 16h 15m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Sakon Nakhon, Thailand?

You can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Sakon Nakhon via Lampang in around 16h 33m.

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