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

The cheapest way to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai is to bus and train which costs ฿1200 - ฿2900 and takes 32h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs ฿2600 - ฿6500.

Is there a direct bus between Phuket and Chiang Rai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Phuket Bus Terminal and arriving at Chiang Rai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25h 40m.

How far is it from Phuket to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Phuket and Chiang Rai is 1376 km. The road distance is 1601.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus which takes 25h 40m and costs ฿2900 - ฿4900.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

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

Phuket to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, depart from Phuket Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Phuket to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs ฿2600 - ฿6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿2900 - ฿4900 and takes 25h 40m.

Where does the Phuket to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Phuket to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, arrive at Chiang Rai station.

Can I drive from Phuket to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Phuket to Chiang Rai is 1601 km. It takes approximately 22h 37m to drive from Phuket to Chiang Rai.

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

Book your Phuket to Chiang Rai bus tickets online with Omio and 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 411+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

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

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane HKT - CEI
4h 42m
฿2,609–6,285
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Surat Thani Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
3. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Maitrain
4. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus
32h 26m
฿1,210–2,850
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Chiang Raibus
25h 40m
฿2,902–4,900
Drive 1,601.4 km
1. Drive from Phuket to Chiang Raicar 1,601.4 km
22h 37m
฿6,072–8,770

Phuket to Chiang Rai by bus

7Weekly Buses

25h 40mAverage Duration

฿2,902Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,376.1 km
Duration: 4h 42m

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

Thai Vietjet Air, Thai AirAsia, and four other airlines fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Greenbus Thailand operates a bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Chiang Rai once daily. Tickets cost ฿2,902–4,900 and the journey takes 25h 40m.

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