What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan is to drive which costs $95 - $150 and takes 14h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan is to fly and taxi which takes 3h 51m and costs $190 - $700.

How far is it from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan?

The distance between Chiang Rai (State) and Bagan is 602 km. The road distance is 879.2 km.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan?

It takes approximately 3h 51m to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai (State) and Bagan?

Bagan is 30 min behind Chiang Rai (State). It is currently 12:28 PM in Chiang Rai (State) and 11:58 AM in Bagan.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan is 879 km. It takes approximately 14h 12m to drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan.

Where can I stay near Bagan?

There are nine+ hotels available in Bagan.

Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan - 2 ways to travel via plane, taxi, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan by plane, taxi, 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, taxi
best
1. Fly from Tachilek (THL) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)plane THL - MDL
2. Take the taxi from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Bagantaxi
3h 51m
$196–702
Drive 879.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Bagancar 879.2 km
14h 12m
$100–144

Tachilek (THL) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL) flights

7Weekly Planes

1h 12mAverage Duration

$75Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan.

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Distance: 601.8 km
Duration: 3h 51m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai (State), Thailand and Bagan, Mandalay Region, Myanmar?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai (State) to Bagan. However, you can drive to Tachilek (THL) airport, fly to Mandalay International Airport (MDL), then take the taxi to Bagan. Alternatively, you can drive from Chiang Rai to Bagan in around 14h 12m.

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