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 bus, 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 10:50 h and prices starting at 8 $, 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
Bus	20 $	25 $	50	06:00:00	22:35:00	12:29 h	Bangkok	Chiang Mai	Bangkok Busline Cherdchai Tour Sritawong Tour	no
Train	8 $	21 $	14	09:05:00	22:47:00	10:50 h	Bangkok	Chiang Mai	N/A	no
Plane	33 $	91 $	61	03:25:00	22:10:00	01:22 h	Bangkok	Chiang Mai	N/A	no
Minivan	28 $	28 $	1	18:30:00	18:30:00	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!

13:10 Bangkok

1h 15min

DIRECT

14:25 Chiang Mai

Thai Lion Air

from  23.27   HRK

Cheapest

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06:15 Bangkok

1h 5min

DIRECT

07:20 Chiang Mai

Bangkok Airways

from  322.04   HRK

Fastest

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16:55 Bangkok

1h 15min

DIRECT

18:10 Chiang Mai

Nok Air

from  42.27   HRK

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21:25 Bangkok

1h 20min

DIRECT

22:45 Chiang Mai

Thai Vietjet

from  29.81   HRK

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20:55 Bangkok

1h 25min

DIRECT

22:20 Chiang Mai

Thai AirAsia

from  28.68   HRK

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16:00 Mochit

10h 0min

02:00 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Bangkok Busline

from  20.09   HRK

Best rated

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07:25 Mochit

17h 21min

00:46 Chiang Mai Arcade 2

Transport Co

from  17.14   HRK

Cheapest

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20:16 Mochit

9h 30min

05:46 Chiang Mai NCA Bus Terminal

Nakhonchai Air

from  25.65   HRK

Fastest

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08:30 Nakhonchaiair Station Bangkok

10h 23min

18:53 Chiang Mai NCA Bus Terminal

Nakhonchai Air

from  19.56   HRK

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21:00 Mochit

10h 30min

07:30 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Sombat Tour

from  26.73   HRK

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14:15 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

13h 50min

04:05 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  7.37   HRK

Best rated

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22:30 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

13h 40min

12:10 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  8.55   HRK

Cheapest

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09:20 Bangkok

10h 10min

DIRECT

19:30 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  17.25   HRK

Fastest

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18:40 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

12h 35min

07:15 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  29.96   HRK

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20:05 Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal Station

12h 35min

08:40 Chiang Mai

Thai Railway

from  9.81   HRK

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18:30 Bangkok

12h 0min

DIRECT

06:30 Chiang Mai

Torch

from  24.39   HRK

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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 23 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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