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

The cheapest way to get from Loei to Chiang Rai is to bus which costs ฿900 - ฿1500 and takes 11h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Loei to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs ฿4600 - ฿10000.

Is there a direct bus between Loei and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Loei to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Loei and arriving at Chiang Rai via Lampang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 19m.

How far is it from Loei to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Loei and Chiang Rai is 359 km. The road distance is 491.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Loei to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus which takes 11h 19m and costs ฿900 - ฿1500.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Loei to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

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

Loei to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, depart from Loei station.

Bus or fly from Loei to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Loei to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 3h 59m and costs ฿4600 - ฿10000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿900 - ฿1500 and takes 11h 19m.

Where does the Loei to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Loei to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Phetprasert Tour, arrive at Lampang station.

Can I drive from Loei to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Loei to Chiang Rai is 492 km. It takes approximately 8h 33m to drive from Loei to Chiang Rai.

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

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Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 411+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

Loei to Chiang Rai - 4 ways to travel via plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Loei to Chiang Rai by plane, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Loei (LOE) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane LOE - CEI
3h 59m
฿4,686–9,852
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Loei to Lampangbus 876
2. Take the bus from Lampang to Chiang Raibus Route No.909 / ...
11h 19m
฿901–1,494
Drive 491.7 km
1. Drive from Loei to Chiang Raicar 491.7 km
8h 33m
฿1,877–2,712
Bus via Chiang Mai
1. Take the bus from Loei to Chiang Maibus 876
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus Chiang Mai
13h 40m
฿910–1,553

Loei to Chiang Rai by bus

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11h 19mAverage Duration

฿901Cheapest Price

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Distance: 359 km
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Loei, Thailand and Chiang Rai, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia flies from Loei (LOE) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Loei to Chiang Rai via Lampang in around 11h 19m.

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