What is the cheapest way to get from Patong to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Patong to Chiang Rai is to bus and train which costs ฿1600 - ฿3400 and takes 32h 42m.

What is the fastest way to get from Patong to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Patong to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs ฿2600 - ฿6500.

Is there a direct bus between Patong and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Patong to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Patong and arriving at Chiang Rai via Mueang Phuket District Office and Phuket Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 28h 21m.

How far is it from Patong to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Patong and Chiang Rai is 1374 km. The road distance is 1604.5 km.

How do I travel from Patong to Chiang Rai without a car?

The best way to get from Patong to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus which takes 28h 21m and costs ฿2900 - ฿5000.

How long does it take to get from Patong to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Patong to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Patong to Chiang Rai bus from?

Patong to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, depart from Phuket Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Patong to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Patong to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs ฿2600 - ฿6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs ฿2900 - ฿5000 and takes 28h 21m.

Where does the Patong to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Patong to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, arrive at Chiang Rai station.

Can I drive from Patong to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Patong to Chiang Rai is 1605 km. It takes approximately 22h 33m to drive from Patong to Chiang Rai.

How do I get a bus ticket from Patong to Chiang Rai?

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Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 411+ hotels available in Chiang Rai.

Patong to Chiang Rai - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Patong to Chiang Rai by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI)plane HKT - CEI
4h 37m
฿2,639–6,359
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Surat Thani Train Stationbus
2. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain
3. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Maitrain
4. Take the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Raibus
32h 42m
฿1,615–3,329
Bus
1. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Chiang Raibus
28h 21m
฿2,971–4,980
Drive 1,604.5 km
1. Drive from Patong to Chiang Raicar 1,604.5 km
22h 33m
฿6,114–8,831

Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) flights

80Weekly Planes

4h 2mAverage Duration

฿2,369Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,374.4 km
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Patong, Phuket province, Thailand and Chiang Rai, Thailand?

Thai Vietjet Air, Thai AirAsia, and four other airlines fly from Phuket International Airport (HKT) to Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport (CEI) every 2 hours. Alternatively, Greenbus Thailand operates a bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Chiang Rai once daily. Tickets cost ฿2,902–4,900 and the journey takes 25h 40m.

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