What is the cheapest way to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai is to train and bus which costs ฿850 - ฿2700 and takes 9h 59m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs ฿3900 - ฿9000.

Is there a direct bus between Nong Khai and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Nong Khai and arriving at Chiang Rai via Chiang Mai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 6m.

How far is it from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Nong Khai and Chiang Rai is 396 km. The road distance is 580.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai without a car is to train and bus which takes 9h 59m and costs ฿850 - ฿2700.

How long does it take to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 4h 15m to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nong Khai to Chiang Rai bus from?

Nong Khai to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Orsuksa Tour, depart from Nong Khai station.

Bus or fly from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 4h 15m and costs ฿3900 - ฿9000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿1600 - ฿2000 and takes 16h 6m.

Where does the Nong Khai to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Nong Khai to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Orsuksa Tour, arrive at Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Nong Khai to Chiang Rai is 580 km. It takes approximately 10h 3m to drive from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai.

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

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Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 388+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

Nong Khai to Chiang Rai - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai by plane, train, bus, 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 Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane VTE - CEI
4h 15m
฿3,941–8,826
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nong Khai to Tha Phratrain 134
2. Take the bus from Phitsanulok Bus Terminal to Chiang Raibus Route No.909
9h 59m
฿885–2,631
Drive 580.3 km
1. Drive from Nong Khai to Chiang Raicar 580.3 km
10h 3m
฿2,053–2,965
Bus
1. Take the bus from Nong Khai to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus Chiang Mai
16h 6m
฿1,685–1,915

Nong Khai to Chiang Rai by bus

7Weekly Buses

16h 6mAverage Duration

฿1,685Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai.

Launch map view

Distance: 396.4 km
Duration: 4h 15m

What companies run services between Nong Khai, Thailand and Chiang Rai, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways International, and Lao Airlines fly from Wattay International Airport (VTE) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Nong Khai to Chiang Rai via Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal and Chiang Mai in around 16h 6m.

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