What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State) is to bus which costs ฿800 - ฿1400 and takes 13h 54m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State)?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State) is to fly and taxi which takes 5h 25m and costs ฿3200 - ฿7000.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Surin (State)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Surin. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h 54m.

Is there a direct train between Chiang Mai and Surin (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Chiang Mai to Surin (State). However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Surin via Ayutthaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 5m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Surin (State)?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Surin (State) is 674 km. The road distance is 824.5 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Surin (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State) without a car is to bus which takes 13h 54m and costs ฿800 - ฿1400.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State)?

It takes approximately 5h 25m to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Surin (State) bus from?

Chiang Mai to Surin (State) bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Surin (State) train from?

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

Train or bus from Chiang Mai to Surin (State)?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State) is to bus which takes 13h 54m and costs ฿800 - ฿1400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ฿320 - ฿2900 and takes 17h 5m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Surin (State) bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Surin (State) bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, arrive at Surin station.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Surin (State) train arrive?

Chiang Mai to Surin (State) train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Ayutthaya station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Surin (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Surin (State) is 825 km. It takes approximately 13h 14m to drive from Chiang Mai to Surin (State).

Where can I stay near Surin (State)?

There are five+ hotels available in Surin (State).

Chiang Mai to Surin (State) - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, taxi, and bus

There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Surin (State) by plane, taxi, bus, train, 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 from Chiang Mai International Airport, taxi
best
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Buri Ram (BFV)CNX - BFV
2. Take the taxi from Buri Ram (BFV) to Surin
5h 25m
฿3,270–6,970
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiang Mai to Ayutthaya8 Chiang Mai - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Class II AC / ...
2. Take the train from Ayutthaya to Surin139 Hua Lamphong - Ubon Ratchathani - Class II Sleeper Fan / ...
17h 5m
฿322–2,824
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Surin
13h 54m
฿800–1,400
Drive 824.5 km
1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Surin824.5 km
13h 14m
฿3,030–4,376
Bus to Lampang, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Lampang
2. Fly from Lampang (LPT) to Buri Ram (BFV)LPT - BFV
3. Take the taxi from Buri Ram (BFV) to Surin
7h 2m
฿5,465–8,787
Bus via Yasothon
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Yasothon874
2. Take the bus from Yasothon to Surin831 Mukdahan
18h 49m
฿1,573–2,002

Chiang Mai to Surin (State) by bus

14Weekly Buses

13h 54mAverage Duration

฿800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 673.6 km
Duration: 5h 25m

What companies run services between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Surin (State), Thailand?

Nakhonchai Air operates a bus from Chiang Mai to Surin twice daily. Tickets cost ฿800–1,400 and the journey takes 13h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chiang Mai to Surin via Ayutthaya in around 17h 5m.

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