What is the cheapest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai is to bus which costs ฿2100 - ฿2400 and takes 28h 45m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs ฿5500 - ฿16000.

Is there a direct bus between Ko Samui (Island) and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Koh Samui Nathon Pier and arriving at Chiang Rai via Chiang Mai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 45m.

How far is it from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Ko Samui (Island) and Chiang Rai is 1166 km.

How do I travel from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai without a car?

The best way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai without a car is to ferry and bus via Surat Thani which takes 19h 21m and costs ฿3800 - ฿4100.

How long does it take to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 3h 45m to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai bus from?

Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Nitiphong Phai Boon Transport, depart from Koh Samui Nathon Pier station.

Bus or fly from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 3h 45m and costs ฿5500 - ฿16000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿2100 - ฿2400 and takes 28h 45m.

Where does the Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Nitiphong Phai Boon Transport, arrive at Arcade Chiangmai Bus station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai?

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Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and ferry

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There are 5 ways to get from Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai by plane, ferry, bus, or train

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane USM - CEI
3h 45m
฿5,856–15,338
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Koh Samui Nathon Pier to Arcade Chiangmai Bus stationbus Koh Samui Nathon Pier - Arcade Chiangmai Bus station
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus Chiang Mai
28h 45m
฿2,150–2,350
Ferry, bus via Surat Thani
1. Take the ferry from Lomprayah Nathon Pier to Tapee pierferry
2. Take the bus from Sapthaweephol Office Surat Thani to Arcade Chiangmai Bus stationbus
3. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus
19h 21m
฿3,849–4,074
Ferry, train, bus
1. Take the ferry from Lomprayah Bangrak Pier to Mae Haad Koh Taoferry
2. Take the train from Mae Haad Pier Koh Tao to Chiang Mai stationtrain
3. Take the bus from CoolMuang Coffee to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1bus
33h 38m
฿5,106–5,956
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Lomprayah Bangrak Pier to Mae Haad Koh Taoferry
2. Take the bus from Koh Tao Pier to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3bus
3. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus
28h 45m
฿5,020–5,220

Ko Samui (Island) to Chiang Rai by ferry, taxi, and bus

7Weekly Services

19h 21mAverage Duration

฿3,849Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,166.2 km
Duration: 3h 45m

What companies run services between Ko Samui (Island), Thailand and Chiang Rai, Thailand?

Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways International, and three other airlines fly from Koh Samui Airport (USM) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) every 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Koh Samui Nathon Pier to Chiang Rai via Chiang Mai in around 28h 45m.

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