The average bus between Phetchabun and Chiang Rai takes 12h 10m and the fastest bus takes 11h 35m. The bus service runs several times per day from Phetchabun to Chiang Rai. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run twice daily between Phetchabun and Chiang Rai. The earliest departure is at 5:55 PM in the evening, and the last departure from Phetchabun is at 6:05 PM which arrives into Chiang Rai at 6:50 AM. All services require a transfer at Lom Sak and take an average of 12h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Phetchabun to Chiang Rai? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Phetchabun to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Phetchabun station and arriving at Chiang Rai station via Lom Sak. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 10m.
Phetchabun to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, depart from Petchabuan station.
Phetchabun to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, arrive at Chiang Rai station.
The distance between Phetchabun and Chiang Rai is 412.6 km. The road distance is 652 km.
You can take a bus from Petchabuan to Chiang Rai via Lom Sak and Lampang in around 11h 49m.