What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Perak?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Perak is to train which costs RM 85 - RM 650 and takes 31h 4m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Perak?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Perak is to fly and train which takes 7h 55m and costs RM 310 - RM 900.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Perak?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Perak. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Medan Kidd via Phayao, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Hat Yai and Terminal Meru Raya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Chiang Mai and Perak?

No, there is no direct train from Chiang Mai to Perak. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Ipoh via Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Hat Yai and Padang Besar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 31h 4m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Perak?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Perak is 1577 km. The road distance is 1944.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Perak without a car is to train which takes 31h 4m and costs RM 85 - RM 650.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Perak?

It takes approximately 9h 8m to get from Chiang Mai to Perak, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Perak bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Perak train from?

Chiang Mai to Perak train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Train, bus or fly from Chiang Mai to Perak?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Perak is to train which takes 31h 4m and costs RM 85 - RM 650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RM 270 - RM 410 and takes 34h 33m, you could also fly, which costs RM 650 - RM 1600 and takes 10h 18m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Perak bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Perak?

Perak is 1h ahead of Chiang Mai. It is currently 4:51 PM in Chiang Mai and 5:51 PM in Perak.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Perak train arrive?

Chiang Mai to Perak train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Perak?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Perak is 1945 km. It takes approximately 26h to drive from Chiang Mai to Perak.

Where can I stay near Perak?

There are 116+ hotels available in Perak.

Chiang Mai to Perak - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car ferry, bus

There are 8 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Perak by plane, car ferry, train, bus, or car

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

Fly to Penang International Airport, car ferry
best
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Penang International Airport (PEN)CNX - PEN
2. Take the car ferry from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal
9h 8m
RM 401–879
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiang Mai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat Yai
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Padang Besar
4. Take the train from Padang Besar to IpohEts
31h 4m
RM 87–648
Bus
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 to Terminal Meru Raya
34h 33m
RM 277–407
Drive 1,944.6 km
1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Ipoh1,944.6 km
26h
RM 917–1,324
Fly to Ipoh
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Ipoh (IPH)CNX - IPH
10h 18m
RM 654–1,506
Fly to Kuala Lumpur International Airport, train
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)CNX - KUL
2. Take the train from Klia T1 to KL Sentral
3. Take the train from Kl Sentral to Tanjung Malim
7h 55m
RM 317–889
Fly to Hat Yai, train
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 train from Padang Besar to Parit Buntar
8h 56m
RM 286–841
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Hat Yai
3. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Terminal Meru Raya
40h 48m
RM 213–1,205

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Penang International Airport (PEN) flights

46Weekly Planes

5h 45mAverage Duration

RM 383Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,576.9 km
Duration: 9h 8m

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

You can take a train from Chiang Mai to Ipoh via Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Hat Yai, and Padang Besar in around 31h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Mai to Medan Kidd via Phayao, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Thanon Nipatuthit 2, Hat Yai, and Terminal Meru Raya in around 34h 33m.

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