How to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Ready to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai? It’s easier than ever with 4 ways to travel - by coach, train, plane and minivan. Whether you’re looking for a quick trip or a budget-friendly option, this route has you covered. With journeys taking around 10:47 h and prices starting at 6 £, you’ll find what you’re looking for to cross the travel distance of 687 km. Scroll down to explore and pick the best option for you!

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Compare your travel options from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Not sure which travel option to choose? Let’s break it down for you:

Lowest Price	Average Price	Daily Departures	Earliest Departure	Latest Departure	Average Travel Time	Departure Station	Destination Station	Popular Operators	Combined Transport
Coach	15 £	18 £	58	06:00:00	22:35:00	12:25 h	Bangkok	Chiang Mai	Bangkok Busline Cherdchai Tour Sritawong Tour	no
Train	6 £	16 £	13	09:05:00	22:47:00	10:47 h	Bangkok	Chiang Mai	N/A	no
Plane	25 £	69 £	61	03:25:00	22:10:00	01:22 h	Bangkok	Chiang Mai	N/A	no
Minivan	19 £	19 £	3	16:00:00	18:45:00	12:00 h	Bangkok	Chiang Mai	N/A	no

Please note that prices displayed above are updated weekly and might differ from the current price on your chosen travel date.

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Bangkok to Chiang Mai Timetable

To help you find your best way to travel, below is the Bangkok to Chiang Mai timetable for each transport type. Pick your ride, book your ticket and get going!

07:30 Mochit

11h 15min

18:45 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Sritawong Tour

from  17.03 € 1

Cheapest

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09:00 Nakhonchaiair Station Bangkok

10h 13min

19:13 Chiang Mai NCA Bus Terminal

Nakhonchai Air

from  19.78 € 1

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10:00 Nakhonchaiair Station Bangkok

10h 26min

20:26 Chiang Mai NCA Bus Terminal

Nakhonchai Air

from  25.52 € 1

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16:00 Bangkok

10h 0min

DIRECT

02:00 Chiang Mai

Bangkok Busline

from  20.04 € 1

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22:20 Nakhonchaiair Station Bangkok

9h 20min

07:40 Chiang Mai NCA Bus Terminal

Nakhonchai Air

from  19.57 € 1

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07:45 Bangkok

10h 5min

DIRECT

17:50 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  17.16 € 1

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07:30 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

10h 20min

17:50 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  22.60 € 1

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09:20 Bangkok

10h 10min

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19:30 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  17.16 € 1

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09:05 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

10h 25min

19:30 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  22.84 € 1

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14:32 Bangkok

13h 28min

DIRECT

04:00 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  7.44 € 1

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Travel Companies serving Bangkok to Chiang Mai

You’re in good hands with some of the best travel companies operating on this route. With 24 carriers to choose from, there’s no shortage of reliable options. The top-rated company, Bangkok Busline, boasts an impressive 9.07 stars, ensuring quality service. Tara Tour and Travel offers the highest number of departures on this route, making it a dependable choice for frequent travelers. Discover more travel companies offering services between Bangkok and Chiang Mai. Click on each to learn more about their routes, amenities, and customer reviews.

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