What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap is to bus and train which costs $30 - $150 and takes 23h 1m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap is to fly and bus which takes 5h 35m and costs $120 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and Siem Reap?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at Siem Reap via นครชัยแอร์;Nakhonchai Air and Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 15m.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Siem Reap is 920 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap without a car is to bus via Bangkok which takes 18h 15m and costs $40 - $140.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap?

It takes approximately 5h 35m to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai to Siem Reap bus from?

Chiang Rai to Siem Reap bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Where does the Chiang Rai to Siem Reap bus arrive?

Chiang Rai to Siem Reap bus services, operated by Nakhonchai Air, arrive at Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap?

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Chiang Rai to Siem Reap - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap by plane, bus, or train

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Fly, bus
best
1. Fly from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) to Siem Reap (SAI)plane CEI - SAI
2. Take the bus from Siem Reap Airport to Siem Reap Townbus
5h 35m
$122–265
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus Route No.909 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Siem Reapbus
19h
$31–143
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Siem Reapbus
18h 15m
$40–131
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Lampangbus
2. Take the bus from Lampang to Den Chaibus 874 / ...
3. Take the train from Den Chai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
4. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Siem Reapbus
23h 1m
$32–148

Chiang Rai to Siem Reap by bus

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Distance: 919.7 km
Duration: 5h 35m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Siem Reap, Cambodia?

You can take a bus from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap via Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal, นครชัยแอร์;Nakhonchai Air, หน้าท่ารถตู้ต่างจังหวัด หมอชิต 2;Front Mochit 2 Intercty Van Terminal, and Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal in around 18h 15m.

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