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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Myanmar is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 13h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Myanmar is to Local Bus and drive and fly which takes 4h 12m and costs $180 - $360.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Myanmar?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Myanmar is 538 km. The road distance is 897.4 km.

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

It takes approximately 4h 23m to get from Chiang Rai to Myanmar, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Myanmar?

Myanmar is 30 min behind Chiang Rai. It is currently 6:24 PM in Chiang Rai and 5:54 PM in Myanmar.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Myanmar?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Myanmar is 897 km. It takes approximately 13h 1m to drive from Chiang Rai to Myanmar.

Where can I stay near Myanmar?

There are 47+ hotels available in Myanmar.

Chiang Rai to Myanmar - 4 ways to travel via Local Bus, car, plane, and bus

There are 4 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Myanmar by bus, car, or plane

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

Local Bus, drive to Tachilek, fly to Mandalay International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Mae Chanbus
2. Drive from Mae Chan to Tachilek (THL)car
3. Fly from Tachilek (THL) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)plane THL - MDL
4h 23m
$293–593
Drive 897.4 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Yangoncar 897.4 km
13h 1m
$102–147
Local Bus, drive to Tachilek, fly to Heho Airport
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Mae Chanbus
2. Drive from Mae Chan to Tachilek (THL)car
3. Fly from Tachilek (THL) to Heho Airport (HEH)plane THL - HEH
4h 12m
$185–358
Bus to Chiang Mai International Airport, fly to Yangon International Airport
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Maibus
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Yangon International Airport (RGN)plane CNX - RGN
8h 48m
$102–389

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

5Weekly Planes

1h 15mAverage Duration

$264Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Myanmar.

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Distance: 538.1 km
Duration: 4h 23m

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

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai to Myanmar. 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 Sagaing. Alternatively, you can drive from Chiang Rai to Yangon in around 13h 1m.

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