What is the cheapest way to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok?

The cheapest way to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok is to train which costs ฿550 - ฿1400 and takes 10h 37m.

What is the fastest way to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok?

The fastest way to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs ฿1700 - ฿3800.

Is there a direct bus between Northern Thailand and Bangkok?

No, there is no direct bus from Northern Thailand to Bangkok. However, there are services departing from Mae Jo and arriving at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal via Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Northern Thailand and Bangkok?

No, there is no direct train from Northern Thailand to Bangkok. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 37m.

How far is it from Northern Thailand to Bangkok?

The distance between Northern Thailand and Bangkok is 614 km. The road distance is 706.3 km.

How do I travel from Northern Thailand to Bangkok without a car?

The best way to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok without a car is to train which takes 10h 37m and costs ฿550 - ฿1400.

How long does it take to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok?

It takes approximately 2h 5m to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Northern Thailand to Bangkok bus from?

Northern Thailand to Bangkok bus services, operated by Sritawong Tour, depart from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 station.

Where do I catch the Northern Thailand to Bangkok train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Northern Thailand to Bangkok?

The best way to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok is to fly which takes 2h 5m and costs ฿1700 - ฿3800. Alternatively, you can train, which costs ฿550 - ฿1400 and takes 10h 37m, you could also bus, which costs ฿750 - ฿6000 and takes 12h 20m.

Where does the Northern Thailand to Bangkok bus arrive?

Northern Thailand to Bangkok bus services, operated by Sritawong Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Northern Thailand to Bangkok train arrive?

Northern Thailand to Bangkok train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Northern Thailand to Bangkok?

Yes, the driving distance between Northern Thailand to Bangkok is 706 km. It takes approximately 9h 12m to drive from Northern Thailand to Bangkok.

Where can I stay near Bangkok?

There are 5893+ hotels available in Bangkok.

Northern Thailand to Bangkok - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Northern Thailand to Bangkok by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Don Mueang International Airport
best
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK)plane CNX - DMK
2h 5m
฿1,718–3,794
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Chiang Mai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 8 Chiang Mai - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Class II AC / ...
10h 37m
฿571–1,327
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
12h 20m
฿762–5,751
Drive 706.3 km
1. Drive from Northern Thailand to Bangkokcar 706.3 km
9h 12m
฿2,637–3,809
Fly to Suvarnabhumi Airport
1. Fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)plane CNX - BKK
2h 40m
฿1,778–4,354
Bus via Wat Ratchanatdaram
1. Take the bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
12h 21m
฿979–3,975

Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) flights

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1h 13mAverage Duration

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Distance: 614.2 km
Duration: 2h 5m

What companies run services between Northern Thailand and Bangkok, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Mentari, and two other airlines fly from Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) to Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) hourly. Alternatively, State Railway of Thailand operates a train from Chiang Mai to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal hourly. Tickets cost ฿210–900 and the journey takes 10h 5m.

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