Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen
| Cheapest Transport | $21 |
| Fastest Transport | 11h 30m |
| Earliest Departure | 10:20 AM |
| Latest Departure | 6:55 PM |
| Departures per day | 7 |
| Distance | 575 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Esan Tour, Thai Airways |
Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen
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Transportation from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen
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Buses$ 20.28
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Flights$ 172.53
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
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How to get from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen
Travelling between Chiang Rai and Khon Kaen is possible by Flight and bus. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 296.18 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 172.52.
How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen?
It can take you anywhere between 12 and 26 hours to travel between Chiang Rai and Khon Kaen depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Khon Kaen. Bus will bring you to your destination in 11h 30m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 1d 1h 45m to reach Khon Kaen.
How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen?
Travelling between Chiang Rai and Khon Kaen can be as cheap as USD 172.52 if you opt for a Thai Airways flight and as expensive as USD 296.18 if you buy a Thai Airways flight 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 Khon Kaen ?
- 7 by flight from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen starting from 10:20 Chiang Rai Airport until 18:55 Chiang Rai Airport
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen 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 Khon Kaen
Esan Tour (อีสานทัวร์)
What is the most popular transport to get from Chiang Rai to Khon Kaen?
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
- 100% opted for a bus