The average bus between Ranong and Chiang Rai takes 22h 27m and the fastest bus takes 21h 15m. The bus service runs several times per day from Ranong 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 Ranong and Chiang Rai. The earliest departure is at 8:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ranong is at 8:00 PM which arrives into Chiang Rai at 7:40 PM. All services require a transfer at Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South) and take an average of 22h 27m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Ranong 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 Ranong to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Ranong station and arriving at Chiang Rai station via Bangkok Sai Tai Mai Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 27m.
Ranong to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Ranong station.
Ranong to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Chiang Rai station.
The distance between Ranong and Chiang Rai is 1,113 km. The road distance is 1,459 km.
You can take a bus from Ranong to Chiang Rai via Bangkok, Bus Terminal (South), บรมราชชนนี 58;Borommaratchachonnani 58, ตึกแดง จตุจักร;Tuek Daeng Chatuchak, อู่หมอชิต 2;Bus Depot Mochit 2, and Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal in around 21h 39m.