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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Penang is to bus and Mini Van which costs RM 340 - RM 390 and takes 30h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Penang is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs RM 360 - RM 950.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai to Penang. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at Komtar Bus Terminal via Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 45m.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Penang?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Penang is 1640 km. The road distance is 1907.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Penang without a car is to bus and Mini Van which takes 30h 45m and costs RM 340 - RM 390.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Chiang Rai to Penang, including transfers.

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

Chiang Rai to Penang bus services, operated by Piya Chai Patthana, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Bus or fly from Chiang Rai to Penang?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Penang is to fly which takes 4h 5m and costs RM 360 - RM 950. Alternatively, you can bus and Mini Van, which costs RM 340 - RM 390 and takes 30h 45m.

Where does the Chiang Rai to Penang bus arrive?

Chiang Rai to Penang bus services, operated by Piya Chai Patthana, arrive at Hat Yai station.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Penang?

Penang is 1h ahead of Chiang Rai. It is currently 12:56 AM in Chiang Rai and 1:56 AM in Penang.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Penang is 1908 km. It takes approximately 26h 21m to drive from Chiang Rai to Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2575+ hotels available in Penang.

Chiang Rai to Penang - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and Mini Van

There are 5 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Penang by plane, bus, train, car ferry, or car

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

Fly
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Penang International Airport (PEN)CEI - PEN
4h 5m
RM 369–923
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Phuket Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารจังหวัดภูเก็ต;Phuket Bus Terminal 1 to กระบี่
3. Take the bus from กระบี่ to สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารหาดใหญ่ แห่งที่ 1;Hat Yai Bus Station
4. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Prangin Mall
38h 52m
RM 342–945
Bus, Mini Van
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Hat Yai
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Komtar Bus Terminal
30h 45m
RM 348–382
Bus, train, car ferry
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampang
2. Take the train from Mae Moe to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal102
3. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Padang Besar45
4. Take the train from Padang Besar to Butterworth
5. Take the car ferry from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal
34h 50m
Drive 1,907.9 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to George Town1,907.9 km
26h 21m
RM 880–1,271

Chiang Rai to Penang by bus

7Weekly Buses

30h 45mAverage Duration

RM 348Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Penang.

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Distance: 1,640.3 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Penang, Malaysia?

Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, and four other airlines fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Penang International Airport (PEN) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Komtar Bus Terminal via Hat Yai in around 30h 45m.

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