What is the cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is to train which costs ฿190 - ฿900 and takes 10h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

The fastest way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs ฿1300 - ฿3400.

Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Chiang Mai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and arriving at Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Bangkok and Chiang Mai?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal and arriving at Chiang Mai. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 20m.

How far is it from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Bangkok and Chiang Mai is 581 km. The road distance is 686 km.

How do I travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai without a car?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai without a car is to train which takes 10h 20m and costs ฿190 - ฿900.

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

It takes approximately 2h 24m to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus from?

Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Bangkok to Chiang Mai train from?

Bangkok to Chiang Mai train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Train, bus or fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

The best way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 2h 24m and costs ฿1300 - ฿3400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ฿190 - ฿900 and takes 10h 20m, you could also bus, which costs ฿600 - ฿3500 and takes 10h 30m.

Where does the Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Bangkok to Chiang Mai train arrive?

Bangkok to Chiang Mai train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Chiang Mai station.

Can I drive from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Bangkok to Chiang Mai is 686 km. It takes approximately 8h 42m to drive from Bangkok to Chiang Mai.

How do I get a train ticket from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

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Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

There are 3363+ hotels available in Chiang Mai.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Don Mueang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane DMK - CNX
2h 24m
฿1,300–3,400
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Maitrain 7 Hua Lamphong - Chiang Mai - Class II AC / ...
10h 20m
฿190–900
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
10h 30m
฿600–3,500
Drive 686 km
1. Drive from Bangkok to Chiang Maicar 686 km
8h 42m
฿2,579–3,724
Bus to Suvarnabhumi Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from ตรงข้ามเอ็นที่กรุงเกษม;Opposite N at Krung Kasem to สนามบินสุวรรณภูมิbus
2. Fly from Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane BKK - CNX
2h 52m
฿1,360–3,860

Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus

224Weekly Buses

10h 30mAverage Duration

฿600Cheapest Price

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Distance: 581.2 km
Duration: 2h 24m

What companies run services between Bangkok, Thailand and Chiang Mai, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Mentari, and two other airlines fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) hourly. Alternatively, State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Mai 3 times a day. Tickets cost ฿190–900 and the journey takes 10h 20m.

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