What is the cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai is to train which costs ฿410 - ฿1800 and takes 23h 19m.

What is the fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai?

The fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 3h 35m and costs ฿2700 - ฿6500.

Is there a direct bus between Surat Thani and Chiang Mai?

No, there is no direct bus from Surat Thani station to Chiang Mai. However, there are services departing from Surat Thani Bus Station and arriving at Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal via Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Surat Thani and Chiang Mai?

No, there is no direct train from Surat Thani station to Chiang Mai. However, there are services departing from Surat Thani Train Station and arriving at Chiang Mai via Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 19m.

How far is it from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Surat Thani and Chiang Mai is 1099 km. The road distance is 1312 km.

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

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai without a car is to bus via Bangkok which takes 22h 26m and costs ฿1500 - ฿3400.

How long does it take to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai?

It takes approximately 3h 35m to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Surat Thani to Chiang Mai bus from?

Surat Thani to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Krungsiam Tour, depart from Surat Thani Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Surat Thani to Chiang Mai train from?

Surat Thani to Chiang Mai train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Surat Thani Train Station.

Train, bus or fly from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai?

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 3h 35m and costs ฿2700 - ฿6500. Alternatively, you can bus via Bangkok, which costs ฿1500 - ฿3400 and takes 22h 26m, you could also train, which costs ฿410 - ฿1800 and takes 23h 19m.

Where does the Surat Thani to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

Surat Thani to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Krungsiam Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Surat Thani to Chiang Mai train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Surat Thani to Chiang Mai is 1312 km. It takes approximately 17h 48m to drive from Surat Thani to Chiang Mai.

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

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Surat Thani (URT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX)plane URT - CNX
3h 35m
฿2,768–6,129
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminaltrain 86 Nakhon Si Thammarat - Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station - Class II Sleeper AC / ...
2. Take the train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang Maitrain 7 Hua Lamphong - Chiang Mai - Class II AC / ...
23h 19m
฿410–1,762
Bus via Bangkok
1. Take the bus from Surat Thani Bus Station to Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminalbus
22h 26m
฿1,512–3,316
Drive 1,312 km
1. Drive from Surat Thani to Chiang Maicar 1,312 km
17h 48m
฿4,917–7,102
Bus
1. Take the bus from Surat Thani Talad Kaset 2 to Phuket Bus Terminal 2bus
2. Take the bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Chiang Maibus
31h 35m
฿3,689–4,933

Surat Thani to Chiang Mai by bus

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22h 26mAverage Duration

฿1,512Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,099.1 km
Duration: 3h 35m

What companies run services between Surat Thani, Thailand and Chiang Mai, Thailand?

Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Mentari, and Thai Vietjet Air fly from Surat Thani (URT) to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX) hourly. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Surat Thani Bus Station to Chaing Mai Arcade Bus Terminal via Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal in around 22h 26m.

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