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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Beijing is to bus and train via Kunming which costs ¥900 - ¥1900 and takes 2 days 7h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Beijing is to fly which takes 9h and costs ¥1400 - ¥4000.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Beijing?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Beijing is 2779 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Beijing without a car is to bus and train which takes 30h 47m and costs ¥1700 - ¥2500.

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

It takes approximately 9h to get from Chiang Rai to Beijing, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Beijing?

Beijing is 1h ahead of Chiang Rai. It is currently 4:02 PM in Chiang Rai and 5:02 PM in Beijing.

Where can I stay near Beijing?

There are 1223+ hotels available in Beijing.

Chiang Rai to Beijing - 3 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Beijing by plane, bus, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)plane CEI - PEK
9h
¥1,451–3,963
Bus, train via Kunming
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai Transfer to Boten stationbus
2. Take the train from Boten station to Kunming Southtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming to Beijing West Stationtrain
2d 7h
¥909–1,872
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai Transfer to Boten stationbus
2. Take the train from Boten station to Kunming Southtrain
3. Take the train from Kunming South to Beijing West Stationtrain
30h 47m
¥1,782–2,422

Chiang Rai to Beijing by bus, foot, and train

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30h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 2,778.8 km
Duration: 9h

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Beijing, China?

Thai Airways International, Scoot Tigerair, and two other airlines fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK) 5 times a day.

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