What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) is to train which costs ฿260 - ฿1800 and takes 14h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) is to fly and train which takes 4h 54m and costs ฿1300 - ฿5500.

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State). However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal 3 and arriving at Nakhon Ratchasima via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Chiang Mai and Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

No, there is no direct train from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State). However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Thanon Chira Junction via Ayutthaya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 8m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Nakhon Ratchasima (State) is 721 km. The road distance is 690.1 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) without a car is to bus which takes 13h 5m and costs ฿850 - ฿1400.

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

It takes approximately 4h 54m to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) bus from?

Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) bus services, operated by Sritawong Tour, depart from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 station.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) train from?

Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Train or bus from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) is to bus which takes 13h 5m and costs ฿850 - ฿1400. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ฿260 - ฿1800 and takes 14h 8m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) bus services, operated by Sritawong Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) train arrive?

Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Ayutthaya station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) is 690 km. It takes approximately 10h 18m to drive from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State).

How do I get a train ticket from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State)?

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Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) - 8 ways to travel via train, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) 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 Pak Chongtrain
4h 54m
฿1,298–5,032
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiang Mai to Ayutthayatrain 8 Chiang Mai - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Class II AC / ...
2. Take the train from Ayutthaya to Thanon Chira Junctiontrain 139
14h 8m
฿261–1,762
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal 3 to Nakhon Ratchasimabus
13h 5m
฿872–1,321
Drive 690.1 km
1. Drive from Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasimacar 690.1 km
10h 18m
฿2,643–3,818
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 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Pak Chongtrain
5h 58m
฿1,387–5,739
Fly to Buri Ram, train
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Buri Ram (BFV)plane CNX - BFV
2. Take the train from Buri Ram to Huai Thalaengtrain
5h 25m
฿4,155–6,348
Fly to Khon Kaen Airport, train
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Khon Kaen Airport (KKC)plane CNX - KKC
2. Take the train from Khon Kaen to Bua Yai Junctiontrain
4h 56m
฿1,694–4,572
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Nakhonratchasima Bus Terminalbus
13h 45m
฿864–5,504

Chiang Mai to Nakhon Ratchasima (State) by train

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Distance: 720.5 km
Duration: 4h 54m

What companies run services between Chiang Mai, Thailand and Nakhon Ratchasima (State), Thailand?

Nakhonchai Tour operates a bus from Chiang Mai Arcade Bus Terminal 3 to Nakhon Ratchasima 3 times a day. Tickets cost ฿800–1,300 and the journey takes 13h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chiang Mai to Thanon Chira Junction via Ayutthaya in around 14h 8m.

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