From Bangkok to Chiang Rai - Book Transport Tickets from THB 712

Bangkok to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews

Md K

Bus quality was not as good as the ticket price.

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus Express, Kasemthara Tour (เกษมธราทัวร์), Dec 6, 2025

Julia S

Very comfortable seats that even had a massage function. Great service with included dinner and breakfast snack (only a meat option though)

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Nov 23, 2025

Gemma L

Bus left and arrived at the exact times noted, and was well organi

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Nov 14, 2025

Kaewhatai S

1. The seat was old and uncomfortable. The leg rest did not work properly 2. The restroom smelled so, so, bad. We can smell the urine 2 rows from the back. 3. We got 20 minutes meal break in the middle of the trip. After going to the restroom, we only had 10 minutes left to eat. Everyone was rushed back onto the bust just to sit there waiting for the driver to get gas. They should have done that when we ate.

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Nov 6, 2025

Sim P

Good service, friendly...

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus VIP, Kasemthara Tour (เกษมธราทัวร์), Oct 17, 2025

Branka M

Excellent ride and friendly staff.

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Aug 8, 2025

Samantha G

They stopped for meal but did not inform how to get it, I thought it is a stop for wash room

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus VIP 20, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Aug 8, 2025

Rebecca

Comfy, clean and on time

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Jul 18, 2025

Tomoko M

I have found that my long journey from Bangkok Mochit to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 by Nakhonchaiair's Gold Bus was very comfortable. It was as though I was traveling on a business-class flight where the seat had a good foot rest. In addition to the bus driver, there was an attendant who looked after passengers. Since there were several non-Thai people, including myself, it would be nice if the bus attendant could speak some English. She made some quite long announcements at the beginning and at the end of the journey in Thai only. I expected that any announcement on the bus was also conducted in English, though.

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Jul 8, 2025

Serge J

Great flight. On time

Bangkok to Chiang Rai, flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Jul 8, 2025

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Bangkok to Chiang Rai Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Kanokwan Travel	Economy 3pax	Any time	+11h	$298.04
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	05:00	06:30	$4.08
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	06:00	07:30	$4.08
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	06:30	07:55	$210.66	4.6
Flight	Thai AirAsia	Economy	06:50	08:10	$30.02
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	08:00	09:30	$4.08
Flight	Thai Airways	Economy	08:20	09:55	$50.08	5.0
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	09:00	10:25	$62.96	4.6
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	09:20	10:45	$68.66	4.6
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	10:00	11:30	$4.08
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	10:20	10:20	$418.84
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	11:00	12:30	$4.08
Flight	Thai Airways	Economy	11:35	13:10	$55.90	5.0
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	12:00	13:30	$4.08
Flight	Thai Airways	Economy	12:25	13:55	$82.68	5.0
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	13:00	14:30	$4.08
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	13:25	14:50	$27.71	4.6
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	13:45	15:10	$57.25	4.6
Flight	Thai AirAsia	Economy	14:30	15:55	$30.02
Bus	Kanchanaburi Express	Intercity	15:00	16:30	$4.08

Transportation from Bangkok to Chiang Rai

Facts about the transport from Bangkok to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Transport	$23
Fastest Transport	1h 20m
Earliest Departure	6:30 AM
Latest Departure	8:30 PM
Departures per day	64
Distance	775 kilometers
Transport Companies	AEC 168 Transport and Travel, Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Cherdchai Tour North, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Gosafe Transport, Hahn Air Systems, Kanokwan Travel, Kasemthara Tour, Khamkhun Tour And Travel, Nakhonchai Air, Next Step Journey, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai Airways, Thai Airways, Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet, Thaibus Tour, Torch, Transport Co, TravelBusAsia

Popular Routes

How to get from Bangkok to Chiang Rai

Travelling between Bangkok and Chiang Rai is possible by Flight, bus, van and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 631.37 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 22.35.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 16 hours to travel between Bangkok and Chiang Rai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Bangkok and Chiang Rai. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 15h 30m to reach Chiang Rai.

How much does it cost to get from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?

Travelling between Bangkok and Chiang Rai can be as cheap as USD 22.35 if you opt for a Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด) bus and as expensive as USD 631.37 if you buy a Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส) taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Rai, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 28.45.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Bangkok and Chiang Rai

Hahn Air Systems, Thai Airways, Thai Airways, Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Bus

Travelling from Bangkok to Chiang Rai overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Bangkok and Chiang Rai

Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Budsarakham Tour (บุษราคัมทัวร์), Cherdchai Tour North, Kasemthara Tour (เกษมธราทัวร์), Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Next Step Journey, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Tara Tour and Travel (ธาราทัวร์แอนด์ทราเวล), Thaibus Tour (ไทยบัสทัวร์), Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด)

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Bangkok and Chiang Rai

AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), BangkokTaxi24, Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส), Glassflower, Gosafe Transport (โกเซฟ ทรานสปอร์ต), Kanokwan Travel (บริษัท กนกวรรณ ทราเวล จำกัด), Khamkhun Tour And Travel (ค้ำคูณ ทัวร์ แอนด์ ทราเวล), Torch, TravelBusAsia

Bangkok to Chiang Rai