What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar is to bus and train and tram via Padang Besar which costs RM 210 - RM 290 and takes 27h 55m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar is to fly and train and tram which takes 6h 25m and costs RM 260 - RM 850.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Alor Setar?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Terminal Shahab Perdana via Phayao, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Padang Besar and Terminal Bukit Lagi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 44m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Alor Setar is 1419 km. The road distance is 1714.5 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar without a car is to bus and train and tram via Padang Besar which takes 27h 55m and costs RM 210 - RM 290.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar?

It takes approximately 7h 17m to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Alor Setar bus from?

Chiang Mai to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Bus or fly from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar is to fly which takes 7h 17m and costs RM 500 - RM 1700. Alternatively, you can bus and Minivan, which costs RM 250 - RM 390 and takes 32h 44m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Alor Setar bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Alor Setar bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, arrive at Phayao station.

What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Alor Setar?

Alor Setar is 1h ahead of Chiang Mai. It is currently 12:06 PM in Chiang Mai and 1:06 PM in Alor Setar.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Alor Setar is 1714 km. It takes approximately 23h 36m to drive from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar.

Where can I stay near Alor Setar?

There are 477+ hotels available in Alor Setar.

Chiang Mai to Alor Setar - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and tram

There are 8 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar by plane, bus, train, tram, car, or taxi

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Fly to Alor Setar
best
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Alor Setar (AOR)CNX - AOR
7h 17m
RM 516–1,654
Bus, train, tram via Padang Besar
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar45
3. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Star
27h 55m
RM 215–286
Bus, Minivan
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Phayao198
2. Take the bus from Phayao to Hat Yai
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Padang Besar
4. Take the bus from Padang Besar to KangarT11
5. Take the bus from Terminal Bukit Lagi to Terminal Shahab PerdanaT14 / ...
32h 44m
RM 256–381
Drive 1,714.5 km
1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar1,714.5 km
23h 36m
RM 797–1,151
Fly to Hat Yai, train, tram
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Hat Yai (HDY)CNX - HDY
2. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besar
3. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Star
6h 25m
RM 266–815
Bus, train, tram
1. Take the bus from Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar Malaysia45
3. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Star
30h 20m
RM 215–286
Taxi, train, tram
1. Take the taxi from Chiang Mai to Khun Tan
2. Take the train from Khun Tan to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal52
3. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar45
4. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Star
30h 59m
RM 262–458
Bus, Minivan, tram
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Phuket Bus Terminal 2
2. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Hat Yai Bus Terminal
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai Bus Terminal to Padang Besar
4. Take the tram from Padang Besar to Alor Star
37h 1m
RM 281–526

Chiang Mai to Alor Setar by bus, train, and tram

7Weekly Services

30h 20mAverage Duration

RM 215Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Chiang Mai to Alor Setar.

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Distance: 1,418.9 km
Duration: 7h 17m

What companies run services between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Alor Setar, Malaysia?

Malaysia Airlines, AirAsia, and three other airlines fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Alor Setar (AOR) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Mai to Terminal Shahab Perdana via Phayao, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Padang Besar, and Terminal Bukit Lagi in around 32h 44m.

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