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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok is to bus and train which costs ฿700 - ฿1800 and takes 14h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs ฿1400 - ฿2700.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and Bangkok?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Bangkok is 699 km. The road distance is 771.7 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Rai to Bangkok without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok without a car is to bus which takes 11h and costs ฿800 - ฿1700.

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

It takes approximately 1h 46m to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai to Bangkok bus from?

Chiang Rai to Bangkok bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Bus or fly from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok is to fly which takes 1h 46m and costs ฿1400 - ฿2700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿800 - ฿1700 and takes 11h.

Where does the Chiang Rai to Bangkok bus arrive?

Chiang Rai to Bangkok bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Bangkok is 772 km. It takes approximately 10h 31m to drive from Chiang Rai to Bangkok.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

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Where can I stay near Bangkok?

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Chiang Rai to Bangkok - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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Rome2Rio compared 6 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok. The best route is Fly to Don Mueang International Airport, a distance of 688.049 km.

Fly to Don Mueang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane CEI - DMK
1h 46m
฿1,442–2,668
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampangbus
2. Take the bus from Lampang to Den Chaibus 874 / ...
3. Take the train from Den Chai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
14h 37m
฿739–1,773
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus Route No.909 / ...
11h
฿800–1,700
Drive 771.7 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Bangkokcar 771.7 km
10h 31m
฿2,931–4,233
Fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Public Van
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane CEI - BKK
2. Take the bus from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Thepharak Junctionbus
2h 26m
฿1,587–3,568
Bus via Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminalbus
12h 35m
฿1,032–1,227

Chiang Rai to Bangkok by bus

49Weekly Buses

11hAverage Duration

฿800Cheapest Price

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Distance: 699 km
Duration: 1h 46m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Bangkok, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Mentari, and two other airlines fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) hourly. Alternatively, Sombat Tour operates a bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal every 4 hours. Tickets cost ฿800–1,700 and the journey takes 11h.

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