Facts about the transport from Chiang Rak to Khon Kaen
| Cheapest Transport | $7 |
| Fastest Transport | 5h 34m |
| Earliest Departure | 8:30 AM |
| Latest Departure | 10:45 PM |
| Departures per day | 29 |
| Distance | 279 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Nakhonchai Air, Thai Railway |
Chiang Rak to Khon Kaen
Best Options
$7
$28
Other Options
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Transportation from Chiang Rak to Khon Kaen
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Trains$ 6.39
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Buses$ 13.52
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Popular Routes
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Popular Routes in Thailand
How to get from Chiang Rak to Khon Kaen
Travelling between Chiang Rak and Khon Kaen is possible by Bus and train. Bus guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Train is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 27.48 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 6.39.
How long does it take to get from Chiang Rak to Khon Kaen?
It can take you anywhere between 6 and 8 hours to travel between Chiang Rak and Khon Kaen depending on the means of transport you choose.
Bus is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Rak and Khon Kaen. Bus will bring you to your destination in 5h 34m. Train does a much slower job and take about 7h 37m to reach Khon Kaen.
How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rak to Khon Kaen?
Travelling between Chiang Rak and Khon Kaen can be as cheap as USD 6.39 if you opt for a Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย) train and as expensive as USD 27.48 if you buy a Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย) Train 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 Rak and Khon Kaen ?
- 19 from Pathumthani to Khon Kaen starting from 08:30 Rangsit Nakhonchaiair until 22:45 Rangsit Nakhonchaiair
- 10 from Pathumthani to Khon Kaen starting from 09:02 Don Mueang until 21:53 Rangsit
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Rak to Khon Kaen.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Pathumthani 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 Pathumthani and Khon Kaen
Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์)
Train
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
What is the most popular transport to get from Chiang Rak 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
- 87% opted for a bus
- 13% took a train