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

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

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Bagan is to drive and fly and taxi which takes 6h 24m and costs $280 - $600.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Bagan?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Bagan is 662 km. The road distance is 879.2 km.

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

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Chiang Rai to Bagan, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Bagan?

Bagan is 30 min behind Chiang Rai. It is currently 12:36 AM in Chiang Rai and 12:06 AM in Bagan.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Bagan?

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

Where can I stay near Bagan?

There are 12+ hotels available in Bagan.

Chiang Rai to Bagan - 4 ways to travel via car, plane, and taxi

There are 4 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Bagan by car, plane, or taxi

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

Drive to Tachilek, fly to Mandalay International Airport, taxi
best
1. Drive from Mae Chan to Tachilek (THL)
2. Fly from Tachilek (THL) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)THL - MDL
3. Take the taxi from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Bagan
6h 24m
$285–588
Drive 879.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Bagan879.2 km
14h 12m
$100–144
Drive to Tachilek, fly to Bagan Nyaung U Airport
1. Drive from Mae Chan to Tachilek (THL)
2. Fly from Tachilek (THL) to Bagan Nyaung U Airport (NYU)THL - NYU
21h 43m
$143–359
Drive to Kengtung, fly to Mandalay International Airport, taxi
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Kengtung (KET)
2. Fly from Kengtung (KET) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)KET - MDL
3. Take the taxi from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Bagan
6h 56m
$294–614

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

4Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$164Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Bagan.

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Distance: 662 km
Duration: 6h 24m

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

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai to Bagan. However, you can take the bus to Mae Chan, 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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