Phrae to Chiang Mai

Phrae to Chiang Mai

NaN Passengers

Other Options

Phrae to Chiang Mai Schedule

Phrae to Chiang Mai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
BangkokTaxi24 VIP Van 9pax Any time฿ 5,500
Thai Railway Class II Sleeper AC 02:51 - 07:15฿ 898
Thai Railway Class II Fan 04:19 - 08:40฿ 346
Thai Railway Class III Fan 07:20 - 12:10฿ 243
GreenBus Express Combo 09:00 - 13:10฿ 282
Thai Railway Class II AC 15:24 - 19:30฿ 150
GreenBus VIP Combo 17:30 - 21:40฿ 397
Thai Railway Class II Sleeper AC 23:42 - 04:05฿ 575

Transportation from Phrae to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Phrae to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport$4
Fastest Transport3h 40m
Earliest Departure2:51 AM
Latest Departure11:42 PM
Departures per day26
Distance3117 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkokTaxi24, GreenBus, Jed Yord, Nok Air, Smart En Plus, Thai Railway

How to get from Phrae to Chiang Mai

Travelling between Phrae and Chiang Mai is possible by Flight, bus, train and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Flight is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 244.62 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 3.85.

How long does it take to get from Phrae to Chiang Mai?

It can take you anywhere between 4 and 20 hours to travel between Phrae and Chiang Mai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Phrae and Chiang Mai. Flight will bring you to your destination in 3h 40m. Flight does a much slower job and take about 19h 20m to reach Chiang Mai.

How much does it cost to get from Phrae to Chiang Mai?

Travelling between Phrae and Chiang Mai can be as cheap as USD 3.85 if you opt for a Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย) train and as expensive as USD 244.62 if you buy a Jed Yord (บริษัท เจ็ดยอดบราเตอร์ จำกัด) 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 Phrae and Chiang Mai ?

  • 10 from Phrae to Chiang Mai starting from 02:51 Den Chai until 23:42 Den Chai
  • 2 from Phrae to Chiang Mai starting from 09:00 Phrae until 09:00 Phrae
  • 14 from Phrae to Chiang Mai starting from 00:00 Phrae Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Phrae Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Phrae to Chiang Mai.

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

Bus

Travelling from Phrae to Chiang Mai 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 Phrae and Chiang Mai

GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว))

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 Phrae and Chiang Mai

BangkokTaxi24, Jed Yord (บริษัท เจ็ดยอดบราเตอร์ จำกัด), Smart En Plus (สมาร์ท เอ็น พลัส)

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 Phrae to Chiang Mai?

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

  • 73% opted for a bus
  • 26% took a train
  • 1% Other