Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Chiang Rai to Bangkok

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Chiang Rai to Bangkok Schedule

Chiang Rai to Bangkok Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Glassflower Premium Car 2pax Any time฿ 11,831
Nok Air Economy #DD10107:55 - 09:10฿ 1,409
Nok Air Economy #DD10108:05 - 09:20฿ 1,609
Thai Airways Economy #TG213110:40 - 12:10฿ 3,079
Thai Smile Economy #WE13313:40 - 15:10฿ 2,521
Thai Vietjet Economy #VZ13315:45 - 17:10฿ 1,839
Budsarakham Tour Express 17:50 - 05:55฿ 873
Nok Air Economy #DD10718:25 - 19:40฿ 1,609
Budsarakham Tour Express 21:00 - 09:00฿ 990

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure8:30 AM
Latest Departure9:45 PM
Departures per day36
Distance675 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Glassflower, Nakhonchai Air, Nok Air, Sombat Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile, Thai Vietjet

Chiang Rai to Bangkok Destination Reviews

MH
She was a Good driver
Bus VIP, Budsarakham Tour (บุษราคัมทัวร์), Feb 6, 2024
RD
Flight check in was seamless at the airport. I had a bag to check in so didn't need to anything online. Just produced passport at airport. Very smooth
flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Dec 24, 2023
M
Best bus we’ve taken. So much room, toilet on board and free snacks. Very comfortable seats
Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Apr 26, 2023
CS
The staff was very accommodating and nice.
Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Mar 26, 2023
AF
The stewart was really nice and kind during the whole trip, he helped us to get down at the station that would be better for us. The bus was comfy and had everything we needed.
Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Mar 22, 2023
FH
very spacious, provided wth a blanket, water and a snack. Did a food stop midway. A/C is a bit strong, so dress approbriately
Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Feb 16, 2023
SP
Seats where close to the toilet and there was smell all the ride
Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Feb 14, 2023
GD
Insanely cold, 0 instructions. When I asked something to the driver he started to speak with everyone is the bus in Thai and apparently making fun of me without answering my question. Never again with this company.
Bus Express 42, Sombat Tour (บริษัท เทพสมบัติ จำกัด), Nov 26, 2022
LH
very quick journey, we arrived 30 minutes early, the driver and co-driver were very nice, we stopped to eat at 00:00.
This review was autotranslated
Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Nov 15, 2022
SU
Comfortable vehicles,seat,ckean
Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Nov 8, 2022
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How to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Bangkok is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 363.14 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 19.71.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 14 hours to travel between Chiang Rai and Bangkok depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Bangkok. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 15m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 13h 30m to reach Bangkok.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Bangkok can be as cheap as USD 19.71 if you opt for a Sombat Tour (บริษัท เทพสมบัติ จำกัด) bus and as expensive as USD 363.14 if you buy a Glassflower taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Rai and Bangkok ?

  • 17 from Chiang Rai to Bangkok starting from 08:40 Chiang Rai Airport until 21:45 Chiang Rai Airport
  • 11 from Chiang Rai to Bangkok starting from 08:30 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 until 19:00 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2
  • 8 from Chiang Rai to Bangkok starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Rai to Bangkok.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Chiang Rai to Bangkok, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 42.37.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Chiang Rai and Bangkok

Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Bus

Travelling from Chiang Rai to Bangkok overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Chiang Rai and Bangkok

Budsarakham Tour (บุษราคัมทัวร์), Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Sombat Tour (บริษัท เทพสมบัติ จำกัด)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Chiang Rai and Bangkok

BangkokTaxi24, Glassflower

What is the most popular transport to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with flight remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 80% decided to fly
  • 19% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other