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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli is to Local Bus and ferry and drive which costs $40 - $65 and takes 12h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli is to drive which takes 5h 51m and costs $55 - $85.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Sainyabuli is 495 km. The road distance is 322.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli without a car is to Local Bus and Minivan and taxi which takes 18h 20m and costs $40 - $80.

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

It takes approximately 11h 27m to get from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli, including transfers.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli is 323 km. It takes approximately 5h 51m to drive from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli.

Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli - 5 ways to travel via bus, car, Local Bus, and ferry

There are 5 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli by bus, car, ferry, 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.

Bus, drive
best
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Phayao
2. Take the bus from Phayao to Nan
3. Take the bus from Nan to Thung Chang
4. Drive from Thung Chang to Sainyabuli
11h 27m
Local Bus, Minivan, taxi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang khong
2. Take the bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Luang Prabang - Naluang Station
3. Take the taxi from Luang Prabang - Naluang Station to Sainyabuli
18h 20m
$40–78
Local Bus, ferry, drive
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang khong
2. Take the ferry from Huay Xai to Pakbeng
3. Drive from Pakbeng to Sainyabuli
12h 16m
$42–64
Drive 322.8 km
1. Drive from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli322.8 km
5h 51m
$58–84
Bus, fly, taxi
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)CNX - LPQ
3. Take the taxi from Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) to Sainyabuli
8h 16m
$129–262

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ) flights

7Weekly Planes

50 minAverage Duration

$138Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli.

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Distance: 495.5 km
Duration: 11h 27m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Sainyabuli, Laos?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli. However, you can take the bus to Phayao, take the bus to Nan, take the bus to Thung Chang, then drive to Sainyabuli. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Sainyabuli via Chiang khong, Huay Xai, and Pakbeng in around 12h 16m.

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