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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap is to bus via Bangkok which costs $50 - $70 and takes 21h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap is to drive which takes 15h 25m and costs $140 - $210.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai (State) and Siem Reap?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at Siem Reap via Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 19h.

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

The distance between Chiang Rai (State) and Siem Reap is 919 km. The road distance is 1086.3 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap without a car is to bus which takes 19h and costs $35 - $130.

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

It takes approximately 6h 1m to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap bus from?

Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Where does the Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap bus arrive?

Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap is 1086 km. It takes approximately 15h 25m to drive from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap.

Where can I stay near Siem Reap?

There are 690+ hotels available in Siem Reap.

Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

There are 5 ways to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap by plane, bus, car, or train

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Siem Reap (SAI)CEI - SAI
2. Take the bus from Siem Reap Airport to Siem Reap Town
6h 1m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Mochit Bus TerminalRoute No.909 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Siem Reap
19h
$35–128
Drive 1,086.3 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap1,086.3 km
15h 25m
$142–205
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal
2. Take the bus from Bangkok to Siem Reap Old Market
21h 54m
$54–69
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampang
2. Take the bus from Lampang to Den Chai874 / ...
3. Take the train from Den Chai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal
4. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Siem Reap
23h 1m

Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap by bus

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Distance: 919.3 km
Duration: 6h 1m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai (State), Thailand and Siem Reap, Cambodia?

You can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap via Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal in around 19h.

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How to get fromChiang Rai (State) to Siem Reapby plane, bus, car or train

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There are 5 ways to get from Chiang Rai (State) to Siem Reap by plane, bus, car, or train

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What companies run services between Chiang Rai (State), Thailand and Siem Reap, Cambodia?

Flights from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Siem Reap via Don Muang

Flights from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Siem Reap via Phuket

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