What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land)?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land) is to drive which costs $100 - $150 and takes 14h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land)?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land) is to drive and fly and taxi which takes 6h 12m and costs $180 - $650.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land)?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Old Bagan (Land) is 661 km. The road distance is 881.6 km.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land)?

It takes approximately 6h 12m to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land), including transfers.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land) is 882 km. It takes approximately 14h 10m to drive from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land).

Where can I stay near Old Bagan (Land)?

There are 41+ hotels available in Old Bagan (Land).

Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land) - 3 ways to travel via car, plane, and taxi

There are 3 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land) 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, fly to Mandalay International Airport, taxi
best
1. Drive from Mae Chan to Tachilek (THL)car
2. Fly from Tachilek (THL) to Mandalay International Airport (MDL)plane THL - MDL
3. Take the taxi from Mandalay International Airport (MDL) to Old Bagan (Land)taxi
6h 12m
$185–618
Drive 881.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land)car 881.6 km
14h 10m
$100–145
Drive, fly to Heho Airport
1. Drive from Mae Chan to Tachilek (THL)car
2. Fly from Tachilek (THL) to Heho Airport (HEH)plane THL - HEH
3. Drive from Heho Airport (HEH) to Old Bagan (Land)car
8h 5m
$153–1,453

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

6Weekly Planes

1h 11mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land).

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Distance: 661.2 km
Duration: 6h 12m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Old Bagan (Land), Mandalay Region, Myanmar?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land). 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 Old Bagan (Land). Alternatively, you can drive from Chiang Rai to Old Bagan (Land) in around 14h 10m.

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