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Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong Destination Reviews

Anne S

Pick up was a bit chaotic and we left earlier than the scheduled time, but that may have been because everybody was on the van already. The driver was watching videos on his phone the entire drive which felt very unsafe. The driver also tried to kick everyone out at the Laos border, although most people had booked a transfer to their hotel in Chiang Khong. Only after some discussion did he let us back on the van and drove everyone to the agreed drop off points.

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Feb 28, 2026

Gerry S

Excellent service, even took us to our hotel

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Jan 24, 2026

Hermann

The driver was driving safely and a bit too fast for me as it was a small car

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, taxi Economy 2pax, Easyride Services, Jan 16, 2026

Patrick W

The company forgot to make the pick up. They eventually arrived 45 minutes late

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, taxi Sedan 3pax, Trip Corner (ทริป คอร์เนอร์), Nov 4, 2025

Darren A

Driver was perfectly on time and we arrived quicker than expected. I found the driver very safe and secure apart from him driving between 100 and 120km/hr through towns. We made excellent time but at times I was nervous of the speed he travelled through buit up areas. Other than that, no complaints.

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Oct 24, 2025

Lionel P

Crowded car

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Jul 15, 2025

Simon M

It was crowded car, with 5 people it was very cramped.

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, Van Van, JTTT Travel (JTTT Travel), May 6, 2025

Owen P

Picked us up just before expected and arrived in Chiang khong on time. The driver dropped passengers off to the border crossing before dropping us off to our hotel in Chiang khong.

Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong, Van Van, Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Nov 28, 2024

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Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Taxi	Kanokwan Travel	SUV 4pax	Any time	+2h	$63.48	5.0
Taxi	Freedom Tour Taxi Service	Comfort 3pax	Any time	+1h 30m	$58.08	5.0
Van	Trip Corner	Van	05:00	07:00	$11.11	5.0
Van	Yortdoy Travel	Van	05:30	07:30	$12.70	4.5
Van	Trip Corner	Van	11:00	13:00	$11.11	5.0
Van	Yortdoy Travel	Van	13:30	15:30	$12.70	4.5

How to get from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Chiang Khong is possible by Bus, ferry, van and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus+van is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 153.30 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a van which will set you back mere USD 15.87.

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

It can take you anywhere between 1 and 4 hours to travel between Chiang Rai and Chiang Khong depending on the means of transport you choose.

Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Chiang Khong. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h. Bus+van does a much slower job and take about 3h 30m to reach Chiang Khong.

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

Travelling between Chiang Rai and Chiang Khong can be as cheap as USD 15.87 if you opt for a Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล) van and as expensive as USD 153.30 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.

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

11 from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong starting from 05:00 Chiang Rai Town Transfer until 13:30 Chiang Rai Town Transfer
2 by Bus+Van from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong starting from 05:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 13:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
1 by taxi+Van from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
1 by Ferry+Van from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong starting from 05:00 Chiang Rai Town Transfer until 05:00 Chiang Rai Town Transfer
49 from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Airport until 00:00 Chiang Rai Airport

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

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

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 Chiang Khong

AEC 168 Transport and Travel (เออีซี 168 ทรานสปอร์ต แอนด์ ทราเวล), BangkokTaxi24, Easyride Services, Firstplan Transport Services (เฟิร์สแพลน ทรานสปอร์ตเซอร์วิส), Freedom Tour Taxi Service (Freedom Tour and Taxi Service), Glassflower, Go2Trip, Gosafe Transport (โกเซฟ ทรานสปอร์ต), Kanokwan Travel (บริษัท กนกวรรณ ทราเวล จำกัด), Lanna Expert Driver (หจก.ลานนา เอ็กเปอร์ท ไดร์เวอร์), Smart En Plus (สมาร์ท เอ็น พลัส), Than Car Service (ธาน คาร์ เซอร์วิส), Torch, Trip Corner (ทริป คอร์เนอร์)

Van

Vans are a great alternative - or, in many cases - your only option - if you need to travel overland within one and the same province or neighbouring provinces or states. Vans ply the roads between Chiang Rai and Chiang Khong, too.

Things to remember: When travelling by van with huge luggage buying a separate seat for your suitcase or backpack is a good idea. Do not expect there is a roomy luggage compartment in a van - there is actually none and your fellow passengers are unlikely to appreciate your luggage stuck under their feet, alas.

Companies operating vans between Chiang Rai and Chiang Khong

Happy Pocket Tours, Mekong Transfer, Terminal Green Pai, Trip Corner (ทริป คอร์เนอร์), Yortdoy Travel (ยอดดอย ทราเวล), Zhanzhao Tour

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

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

35% chosen Bus+taxi
34% chosen Bus+Van
18% took a van
5% chosen taxi+Van
5% chosen Ferry+Van
3% bought a taxi ride

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong

Cheapest Transport	$16
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	12:00 AM
Latest Departure	1:30 PM
Departures per day	64
Distance	50 kilometers
Transport Companies	AEC 168 Transport and Travel, BangkokTaxi24, Easyride Services, Firstplan Transport Services, Freedom Tour Taxi Service, Glassflower, Go2Trip, Gosafe Transport, Happy Pocket Tours, K Buddy, Kanokwan Travel, Lanna Expert Driver, Mekong Transfer, Smart En Plus, Terminal Green Pai, Than Car Service, Torch, Trip Corner, Yortdoy Travel, Zhanzhao Tour

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Chiang Rai to Chiang Khong