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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna is to Local Bus and bus and train which costs ¥200 - ¥460 and takes 13h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna is to bus and fly which takes 8h 27m and costs ¥1000 - ¥2500.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Xishuangbanna is 632 km.

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

It takes approximately 13h 33m to get from Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna, including transfers.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and Xishuangbanna?

Xishuangbanna is 1h ahead of Chiang Rai. It is currently 11:55 PM in Chiang Rai and 12:55 AM in Xishuangbanna.

Where can I stay near Xishuangbanna?

There are 66+ hotels available in Xishuangbanna.

Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna - 3 ways to travel via train, Local Bus, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna by bus, train, 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, bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang khongbus
2. Take the bus from Huay Xai - Bokeo Station to Oudomxaybus
3. Take the train from Oudomxay station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
13h 33m
¥205–460
Bus, fly to Jinghong
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Maibus
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Jinghong (JHG)plane CNX - JHG
8h 27m
¥1,004–2,434
Bus, fly to Luang Prabang International Airport, train
1. Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Maibus
2. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Luang Prabang International Airport (LPQ)plane CNX - LPQ
3. Take the train from Luang Prabang station to Xishuangbanna Stationtrain
12h 8m
¥1,096–2,256

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Jinghong (JHG) flights

3Weekly Planes

1h 10mAverage Duration

¥453Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna.

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Distance: 632.2 km
Duration: 13h 33m

What companies run services between Chiang Rai, Thailand and Xishuangbanna, China?

There is no direct connection from Chiang Rai to Xishuangbanna. However, you can take the bus to Chiang khong, drive to Huay Xai - Bokeo Station, take the bus to Oudomxay, walk to Oudomxay station, take the train to Xishuangbanna Station, then take the taxi to Xishuangbanna. Alternatively, you can take the bus to Chiang Mai, walk to Nakhon Chai Air Chiang Mai, take the bus to Tha Pae Gate, walk to วัดพวกช้าง Wat Puak Chang, take the bus to สนามบินเชียงใหม่ Chiang Mai International Airport, walk to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) airport, fly to Jinghong (JHG), walk to Xishuangbanna Airport, then take the line 1 bus to Civil Aviation Ticket Office.

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