Travelling between Chiang Rai and Tachileik is possible by Bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 38.38 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a taxi which will set you back mere USD 23.12.
It can take you anywhere between 2 and 26 hours to travel between Chiang Rai and Tachileik depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rai and Tachileik. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 1h 20m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 2h to reach Tachileik.
Travelling between Chiang Rai and Tachileik can be as cheap as USD 23.12 if you opt for a Smart En Plus (สมาร์ท เอ็น พลัส) taxi and as expensive as USD 38.38 if you buy a GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)) Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Rai to Tachileik.
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.
GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว))
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.
Smart En Plus (สมาร์ท เอ็น พลัส)
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with taxi remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route