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

The cheapest way to get from Ipoh to Chiang Rai is to train and bus which costs ฿850 - ฿6000 and takes 37h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ipoh to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 7h and costs ฿6000 - ฿22000.

Is there a direct bus between Ipoh and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Ipoh to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Terminal Meru Raya and arriving at Chiang Rai via Thanon Nipatuthit 2, Hat Yai and Phayao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 32h 34m.

How far is it from Ipoh to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Ipoh and Chiang Rai is 1725 km. The road distance is 2031.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Ipoh to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus which takes 32h 34m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 7h to get from Ipoh to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

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

Ipoh to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by KPB Express, depart from Terminal Meru Raya station.

Bus or fly from Ipoh to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Ipoh to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 7h and costs ฿6000 - ฿22000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 32h 34m.

Where does the Ipoh to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Ipoh to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by KPB Express, arrive at Hat Yai Station.

What is the time difference between Ipoh and Chiang Rai?

Chiang Rai is 1h behind Ipoh. It is currently 6:19 PM in Ipoh and 5:19 PM in Chiang Rai.

Can I drive from Ipoh to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ipoh to Chiang Rai is 2031 km. It takes approximately 27h 49m to drive from Ipoh to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 389+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

Ipoh to Chiang Rai - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Ipoh to Chiang Rai by plane, bus, train, 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 Ipoh (IPH) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)IPH - CEI
7h
฿6,158–21,250
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Ipoh to Padang BesarEts
2. Take the train from Padang Besar to Hat Yai
3. Take the train from Hat Yai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal
4. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Mai
5. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
37h 30m
฿895–5,674
Bus
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Hat Yai Station
2. Take the bus from Hat Yai to Phayao
3. Take the bus from Phayao to Chiang Rai
32h 34m
Drive 2,031.2 km
1. Drive from Ipoh to Chiang Rai2,031.2 km
27h 49m
฿7,431–10,734
Bus via Phuket
1. Take the bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Hat Yai Station
2. Take the bus from สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารหาดใหญ่ แห่งที่ 1;Hat Yai Bus Station to กระบี่
3. Take the bus from กระบี่ to สถานีขนส่งผู้โดยสารจังหวัดภูเก็ต;Phuket Bus Terminal 1
4. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Chiang Rai
40h 55m
฿2,482–7,334

Ipoh (IPH) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) flights

9Weekly Planes

8h 25mAverage Duration

฿6,017Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,725.4 km
Duration: 7h

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

Scoot Tigerair and Malindo Airways fly from Ipoh (IPH) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Terminal Meru Raya to Chiang Rai via Hat Yai Station, Thanon Nipatuthit 2, Hat Yai, and Phayao in around 32h 34m.

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