What is the cheapest way to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest way to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai is to train which costs ฿260 - ฿1800 and takes 15h 8m.

What is the fastest way to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai?

The fastest way to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 1h 21m and costs ฿1800 - ฿4800.

Is there a direct bus between Hua Hin and Chiang Mai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hua Hin and arriving at Chiang Mai. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Hua Hin and Chiang Mai?

No, there is no direct train from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai. However, there are services departing from Hua Hin and arriving at Chiang Mai via Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 8m.

How far is it from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Hua Hin and Chiang Mai is 698 km. The road distance is 869 km.

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

The best way to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs ฿900 - ฿1600.

How long does it take to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai?

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Hua Hin to Chiang Mai bus from?

Hua Hin to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Hua Hin station.

Where do I catch the Hua Hin to Chiang Mai train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai?

The best way to get from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 1h 21m and costs ฿1800 - ฿4800. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿900 - ฿1600 and takes 13h, you could also train, which costs ฿260 - ฿1800 and takes 15h 8m.

Where does the Hua Hin to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

Hua Hin to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Chiang Mai station.

Where does the Hua Hin to Chiang Mai train arrive?

Hua Hin to Chiang Mai train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Hua Hin to Chiang Mai is 869 km. It takes approximately 11h 20m to drive from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai.

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

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Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

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

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

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Fly from Hua Hin Airport
best
1. Fly from Hua Hin Airport (HHQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane HHQ - CNX
1h 21m
฿1,829–4,753
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Hua Hin to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 32 Hat Yai - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - 1st Class Sleeper / ...
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Maitrain 7 Hua Lamphong - Chiang Mai - Class II AC / ...
15h 8m
฿266–1,762
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hua Hin to Chiang Maibus
13h
฿937–1,600
Drive 869 km
1. Drive from Hua Hin to Chiang Maicar 869 km
11h 20m
฿3,238–4,678
Train to Don Mueang International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Hua Hin to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
2. Fly from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane DMK - CNX
6h 18m
฿1,376–4,162
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Market Village Hua Hin to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3bus
15h 30m
฿1,020–1,612

Hua Hin to Chiang Mai by bus

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13hAverage Duration

฿937Cheapest Price

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Distance: 697.7 km
Duration: 1h 21m

What companies run services between Hua Hin, Thailand and Chiang Mai, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia flies from Hua Hin Airport (HHQ) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) 4 times a week. Alternatively, Sombat Tour operates a bus from Hua Hin to Chiang Mai twice daily. Tickets cost ฿937–1,600 and the journey takes 13h.

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