What is the cheapest way to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai is to bus which costs ฿900 - ฿1200 and takes 20h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs ฿2400 - ฿8000.

Is there a direct bus between Sakon Nakhon and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Sakon Nakhon and arriving at Chiang Rai via Lampang. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 19m.

How far is it from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Sakon Nakhon and Chiang Rai is 562 km. The road distance is 777.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus and train which takes 12h 15m and costs ฿1100 - ฿3100.

How long does it take to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 31m and costs ฿2400 - ฿8000. Alternatively, you can bus via Lampang, which costs ฿900 - ฿1400 and takes 16h 19m.

Where does the Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai is 777 km. It takes approximately 13h 21m to drive from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 390+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Sakon Nakhon 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 Sakon Nakhon Airport (SNO) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane SNO - CEI
5h 31m
฿2,399–7,868
Bus via Lampang
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sakon Nakhon to Lampangbus 876
2. Take the bus from Lampang to Chiang Raibus Route No.909 / ...
16h 19m
฿928–1,355
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Sakon Nakhon to Udon Thanibus 876
2. Take the train from Udon Thani to Tha Phratrain 134
3. Take the bus from Phitsanulok Bus Terminal to Chiang Raibus
12h 15m
฿1,107–3,035
Drive 777.1 km
1. Drive from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Raicar 777.1 km
13h 21m
฿2,767–3,997
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sakon Nakhon to Nakhon Phanombus 876
2. Take the bus from Nakhonphanom to Chiang Raibus
20h 10m
฿941–1,183

Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai by bus

14Weekly Buses

16h 19mAverage Duration

฿928Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai.

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Distance: 561.7 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Sakon Nakhon, Thailand and Chiang Rai, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, and World Ticket fly from Sakon Nakhon Airport (SNO) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) 4 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sakon Nakhon to Chiang Rai via Lampang in around 16h 19m.

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