Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Chiang Rai
Bangkok
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Chiang Rai to Bangkok Destination Reviews

SL
Almost perfect ride, except for the tablet that doesn't have any English subtitles for the content, even after selecting English language, and the casting from phone to the tablet didn't work. So if you're a foreigner, the tablet isn't really useful. But everything else is awesome! Comfortable seats, water and food, nice staff.
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Nov 20, 2025
HM
In time, driver was very nice and I had plenty of space. Very comfortable travelling.
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Nov 15, 2025
AL
Never travel so comfortably! Amazing experience!
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus VIP 33, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Nov 15, 2025
DP
The workers laughed in my face bc I didn't know you have to find the company's spot in the bus station so they can look at your already fully detailed digital ticket and give you a paper one.... Literally have NEVER had to do this before being allowed in a bus. In Thailand or otherwise, so it's not like it's obvious, and the pdf didn't say anything about it. So yeah, the bus only left like 20min later and the seats are comfortable, but the service is TERRIBLE. After he laughed in my face he didn't help me at all understand what was going on (I was trying to use translate to communicate and he made no effort to work with me). A lady saw what was happening and helped me. I got to the bus just in time, and I 100% believe they would have left without me even fully knowing I was supposed to go in it.
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus VIP, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Nov 14, 2025
TP
Simplicity
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, flight Economy, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Nov 12, 2025
SD
Easy
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, flight Economy, Thai Airways, Aug 6, 2025
R
Was a good trip
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus VIP 20, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Jul 14, 2025
NC
Clean, on schedule, and snacks, dinner until blast are provided, awesomeeeee
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Jul 5, 2025
MZ
We arrived two Hours later than estimated which was annoying. We got Snacks, water and a blanker and around 1:30 a.m. We stopped for Food which was free with the ticket. The Bus itself was comfortable and spacious but the toilet wasn‘t very nice.
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus Express 42, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Jun 10, 2025
IN
The bus driver only stopped once for toilet break atleast twice or thrice would be nice to stretch our legs.The trips was abit rough
Chiang Rai to Bangkok, Bus Intercity, Kasemthara Tour (เกษมธราทัวร์), Apr 20, 2025
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Chiang Rai to Bangkok Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Kanokwan Travel
Economy 3pax
Any time
+14h
$317.93
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
08:25
09:50
$52.24
  4.3
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
10:10
11:40
$64.03
Bus
Bangkok Busline
Express
10:30
23:10
$25.85
  4.4
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
10:50
10:30
$387.54
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
11:15
12:40
$46.45
  4.3
Bus
Bangkok Busline
Express
13:00
01:40
$25.85
  4.4
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
13:40
15:10
$64.03
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
14:25
15:55
$85.18
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
15:20
16:45
$69.58
  4.3
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
15:40
17:10
$114.83
  4.3
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
16:25
17:50
$48.91
Bus
Cherdchai Tour North
Express
17:00
05:30
$20.67
  4.5
Bus
Kanchanaburi Express
Intercity
17:20
19:30
$4.13
Bus
Kasemthara Tour
Intercity
17:40
06:40
$22.16
  4.0
Bus
Cherdchai Tour North
Express
18:00
06:30
$20.95
  4.5
Bus
Transport Co
Standard
18:20
14:38
$21.05
  3.0
Bus
Kanchanaburi Express
Intercity
18:50
21:00
$4.13
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
19:55
21:20
$63.80
  4.3
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
20:15
21:40
$114.83
  4.3

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport$24
Fastest Transport1h 20m
Earliest Departure8:25 오전
Latest Departure8:00 오후
Departures per day37
Distance1015 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAEC 168 Transport and Travel, Bangkok Busline, Cherdchai Tour North, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Gosafe Transport, Hahn Air Systems, Kanokwan Travel, Kasemthara Tour, Khamkhun Tour And Travel, Nakhonchai Air, Sombat Tour, Thai Airways, Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet, Thaibus Tour, Torch, Transport Co

How to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok

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

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 547.59 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 23.15.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 21 hours to travel between Chiang Rai and Bangkok depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Bangkok. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 20h 18m to reach Bangkok.

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

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Bangkok can be as cheap as USD 23.15 if you opt for a Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์) bus and as expensive as USD 547.59 if you buy a Torch taxi ticket.

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

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Rai and Bangkok ?

  • 18 from Chiang Rai to Bangkok starting from 10:30 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2 until 19:05 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 2
  • 19 from Chiang Rai to Bangkok starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Rai to Bangkok.

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 Chiang Rai to Bangkok, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 61.55.

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 Chiang Rai and Bangkok

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

Bus

Travelling from Chiang Rai to Bangkok 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 Chiang Rai and Bangkok

Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Cherdchai Tour North, Kasemthara Tour (เกษมธราทัวร์), Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), 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 Chiang Rai and Bangkok

AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), 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

What is the most popular transport to get from Chiang Rai to Bangkok?

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 87% opted for a bus
  • 12% decided to fly
  • 1% Other