What is the cheapest way to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai is to drive which costs ฿900 - ฿1400 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai is to drive which takes 4h 23m and costs ฿900 - ฿1400.

How far is it from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Ban Sapan and Chiang Rai is 543 km. The road distance is 259.9 km.

How do I travel from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai without a car?

The best way to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai without a car is to taxi and bus which takes 8h 34m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 8h 34m to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Can I drive from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai is 260 km. It takes approximately 4h 23m to drive from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 393+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai - 5 ways to travel via taxi, bus, car, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai by taxi, bus, car, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Taxi, bus
best
1. Take the taxi from Ban Sapan to Nan Nakhonchaiair
2. Take the bus from Nan Nakhonchaiair to Phrae
3. Take the bus from Phrae Bus Terminal to Chiang Rai
8h 34m
Drive 259.9 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai259.9 km
4h 23m
฿916–1,323
Drive, ferry, Local Bus
1. Drive from Ban Sapan to Pakbeng
2. Take the ferry from Pakbeng to Huay Xai
3. Take the bus from Chiang khong to Chiang Rai
10h 40m
฿1,182–1,731
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai259.9 km
4h 23m
฿2,900–3,500
Taxi, bus via Chiang Mai
1. Take the taxi from Ban Sapan to Thung Chang
2. Take the bus from Thung Chang to Nan
3. Take the bus from Nan to Chiang Mai169
4. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
15h 7m
฿1,654–3,104

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai.

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Distance: 543.1 km
Duration: 8h 34m

What companies run services between Ban Sapan, Thailand and Chiang Rai, Thailand?

There is no direct connection from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai. However, you can take the taxi to Nan Nakhonchaiair, take the bus to Phrae, then take the bus to Chiang Rai. Alternatively, you can take a vehicle from Ban Sapan to Chiang Rai via Pakbeng, Huay Xai, and Chiang khong in around 10h 40m.

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