Chiang Rai to Phuket Bus

Chiang Rai to Phuket Phuket to Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai to Phuket Route Summary

Chiang Rai to Phuket bus is a popular way of traveling. There are up to 2 daily bus departures available, including 2 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Chiang Rai bus station at 12:00h, arriving at Phuket bus station at 15:40h the following day. While latest bus departs at 13:40h, arriving at 15:40h the following day.
Departure station and country Chiang Rai, Thailand
Arrival station and country Phuket, Thailand
Travel Distance 1019 mi
Average Trip Duration 01h 00min
Total Departures 2
Popular Operators GreenBus
Lowest Price $66
Transportation Options Bus, Plane


Getting from Chiang Rai and Phuket by bus

The shortest travel distance between Chiang Rai and Phuket is 1019 mi. The fastest bus which departs at 13:40 has a travel time of 26:00h. The longest travel time on the route is 27:40h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: toilet, seat belts and multimedia. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Phuket earlier, there are 2 night buses from Chiang Rai to Phuket. The overnight buses depart between and 13:40 and arrive at 15:40 the same day. Since the travel time between the two stations is 22:14, all bus departures for this route are overnight. You can see some of them below.

Bus companies operating the Chiang Rai to Phuket route

GreenBus is the carrier operating this route. This company has been rated 28 times by travelers. Here you can see their average rating.

8.7 GreenBus

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Chiang Rai or Phuket bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check the links below.
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  Chiang Rai

You can see information about the departure station and stops Chiang Rai here

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  Phuket

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Phuket here


Cheapest tickets

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: $66 (One-Way) or $132 (Return).

Travel reviews for Chiang Rai to Phuket bus

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