Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai

Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai

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$8
 
 
$243

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Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai Schedule

Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Jed Yord Economy 3pax Any time฿ 4,991
GreenBus Express 07:00 - 10:45฿ 271
Thai Vietjet Economy 08:40 - 15:35฿ 3,513
Nok Air Economy 11:35 - 22:25฿ 2,959
Thai AirAsia Economy 13:10 - 19:25฿ 4,200
GreenBus Express Combo 15:00 - 20:10฿ 322
GreenBus Express 16:30 - 20:15฿ 271
GreenBus Express 18:30 - 22:15฿ 271
Thai Smile Economy 20:45 - 07:25฿ 3,544

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport3h
Earliest Departure7:30 AM
Latest Departure6:00 PM
Departures per day129
Distance150 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, GreenBus, Jed Yord, Lanna Expert Driver, Smart En Plus, Thai AirAsia

Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

DS
Good travel, good accomodation
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Apr 11, 2024
LK
very nice bus ride, comfortable, punctual and not too cold!
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 23, 2024
M
The toilet light and flushing did not work.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 20, 2024
BN
Was very good bus
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 27, 2024
TB
Too much commotion with delay of foreign family removal from bus
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Feb 19, 2024
LB
perfect on time super comfortable remember to cover up air conditioning at full blast
This review was autotranslated
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 24, 2024
TB
Great journey with comfortable bus. Operator on time. Water and small snack provided.
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 19, 2024
AD
On time, all good.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 11, 2024
DP
Perfectly on time. Seats comfortable (VIP bus to Chiang Mai). Small snack and water included. Recommended
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 3, 2024
SB
Seats were not comfortable and quite an old bus.
Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jan 2, 2024
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How to get from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 242.46 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 7.36.

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

It can take you anywhere between 3 and 7 hours to travel between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h. Bus does a much slower job and take about 6h 35m to reach Chiang Mai.

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

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai can be as cheap as USD 7.36 if you opt for a GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)) bus and as expensive as USD 242.46 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 Chiang Mai ?

  • 24 from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai starting from 07:30 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 until 18:00 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
  • 16 by flight from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai starting from 09:00 Chiang Rai Airport until 17:50 Chiang Rai Airport
  • 89 from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai starting from 00:00 Chiang Saen until 00:00 Chiang Saen

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

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

Bus

Travelling from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai 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 Chiang Mai

GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว))

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 Chiang Mai

BangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส), Glassflower, Jed Yord (บริษัท เจ็ดยอดบราเตอร์ จำกัด), Lanna Expert Driver (หจก.ลานนา เอ็กเปอร์ท ไดร์เวอร์), Smart En Plus (สมาร์ท เอ็น พลัส)

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

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 90% opted for a bus
  • 9% bought a taxi ride
  • 1% Other