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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Muaklek is to train which costs ฿200 - ฿1800 and takes 14h 43m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Muaklek is to fly and train which takes 4h 48m and costs ฿1200 - ฿5500.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Muaklek?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Muaklek. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer and arriving at Pak Chong via Mochit New Van Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Chiang Mai and Muaklek?

No, there is no direct train from Chiang Mai to Muaklek. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Muak Lek via Ayutthaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 43m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Muaklek?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Muaklek is 695 km. The road distance is 655.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Muaklek without a car is to train which takes 14h 43m and costs ฿200 - ฿1800.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Chiang Mai to Muaklek, including transfers.

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

Chiang Mai to Muaklek bus services, operated by Next Step Journey, depart from Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer station.

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

Chiang Mai to Muaklek train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Train or bus from Chiang Mai to Muaklek?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Muaklek is to train which takes 14h 43m and costs ฿200 - ฿1800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿1500 - ฿2500 and takes 16h 58m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Muaklek bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Muaklek bus services, operated by Next Step Journey, arrive at Mochit 2 Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Muaklek train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Muaklek?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Muaklek is 655 km. It takes approximately 8h 44m to drive from Chiang Mai to Muaklek.

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

Book your Chiang Mai to Muaklek train tickets online with 12go.asia.

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

Book your Chiang Mai to Muaklek bus tickets online with 12go.asia.

Where can I stay near Muaklek?

There are 466+ hotels available in Muaklek.

Chiang Mai to Muaklek - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Muaklek by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Don Mueang International Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane CNX - DMK
2. Take the train from Don Muang to Muak Lektrain
4h 48m
฿1,264–5,153
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiang Mai to Ayutthayatrain 52 / ...
2. Take the train from Ayutthaya to Muak Lektrain 145 Hua Lamphong - Ubon Ratchathani - Class II Fan / ...
14h 43m
฿203–1,762
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer to Mochit 2 Bus Terminalbus Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer - Mochit 2 Bus Terminal
2. Take the bus from Mochit New Van Terminal to Pak Chongbus Mochit New Van Terminal
16h 58m
฿1,543–2,475
Drive 655.1 km
1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Muaklekcar 655.1 km
8h 44m
฿2,981–4,306
Fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, train
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane CNX - BKK
2. Take the train from Lak Si to Muak Lektrain
5h 51m
฿1,325–5,667
Train via Lop Buri
1. Take the train from Chiang Mai to Lopburitrain
2. Take the train from Lopburi to Ayutthayatrain
3. Take the train from Ayutthaya to Muak Lektrain
14h 48m
฿222–2,662

Chiang Mai to Muaklek by bus, foot, and train

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16h 58mAverage Duration

฿1,543Cheapest Price

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Distance: 695 km
Duration: 4h 48m

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

You can take a train from Chiang Mai to Muak Lek via Ayutthaya in around 14h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Chiang Mai Hotel Transfer to Muak Lek via Mochit 2 Bus Terminal, Mochit New Van Terminal, Pak Chong, and Pak Chong in around 16h 58m.

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Phone: 1690
Email: [email protected]
Website: railway.co.th

Train from Don Muang to Muak Lek

Ave. Duration: 2h 38m
Frequency: 4 times a day
Estimated price: ฿40–900
Book at: 12go.asia
Website: railway.co.th

1st Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿600–900
3rd Class (Seat): ฿110–140
2nd Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿40–55
2nd Class (Air-conditioned Seat): ฿290–320

Train from Chiang Mai to Ayutthaya

Ave. Duration: 11h 53m
Frequency: Hourly
Estimated price: ฿170–900
Book at: 12go.asia
Website: railway.co.th

1st Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿600–900
3rd Class (Seat): ฿200–250
2nd Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿170–230
2nd Class (Air-conditioned Seat): ฿470–520

Train from Ayutthaya to Muak Lek

Ave. Duration: 1h 50m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: ฿26–900
Book at: 12go.asia
Website: railway.co.th

1st Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿600–900
3rd Class (Seat): ฿100–130
2nd Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿26–35
2nd Class (Air-conditioned Seat): ฿270–290

Train from Lak Si to Muak Lek

Ave. Duration: 2h 45m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: ฿45–900
Book at: 12go.asia
Website: railway.co.th

1st Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿600–900
3rd Class (Seat): ฿110–140
2nd Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿45–60
2nd Class (Air-conditioned Seat): ฿290–320

Train from Chiang Mai to Lopburi

Ave. Duration: 10h 4m
Frequency: 5 times a day
Estimated price: ฿170–900
Book at: 12go.asia
Website: railway.co.th

1st Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿600–900
3rd Class (Seat): ฿200–240
2nd Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿170–230
2nd Class (Air-conditioned Seat): ฿470–510

Train from Lopburi to Ayutthaya

Ave. Duration: 54 min
Frequency: 5 times a day
Estimated price: ฿21–900
Book at: 12go.asia
Website: railway.co.th

1st Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿600–900
3rd Class (Seat): ฿100–120
2nd Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿21–27
2nd Class (Air-conditioned Seat): ฿260–290

Train from Ayutthaya to Muak Lek

Ave. Duration: 1h 50m
Frequency: Twice daily
Estimated price: ฿26–900
Book at: 12go.asia
Website: railway.co.th

1st Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿600–900
3rd Class (Seat): ฿100–130
2nd Class (Air-Conditioned Berth): ฿26–35
2nd Class (Air-conditioned Seat): ฿270–290

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How to get fromChiang Mai to Muaklekby plane, train, bus, or car

There are 6 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Muaklek by plane, train, bus, or car

Fly to Don Mueang International Airport, train

Train

Bus

Drive 655.1 km

Fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport, train

Train via Lop Buri