Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Arrive in Chiang Rai and explore the serene White Temple, set apart from the lively markets and ancient temples of Chiang Mai. For the route between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, multiple transport services are available, with detailed timetables, estimated durations and fare information provided here.
Travel options for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
From Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, the most cost-effective option is by a bus for 461 THB, while traveling by charter takes 1 hour.
Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Hop on a bus departing from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 and travel from Chiang Mai toward Chiang Rai. Services run frequently throughout the day, giving you the flexibility to choose a departure time that fits your plans. The journey usually takes around 3 hours 20 minutes, with bus ticket prices starting from 461 THB, and the route ends at multiple stations, including Mae Sai, Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 and others. Plan ahead and book your ticket in advance.
Prices: 461 THB
Duration: 3h 20m – 8h 5m ⏱
Van from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Traveling by van between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai offers a convenient option. Start your trip at multiple stations, including Accha Indian Dhaba, Chiang Mai, At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai, Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer and others, reach multiple stations, including K Buddy Bike, Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai Central Plaza, Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Chiang Rai Town Transfer and others in about 3 hours 30 minutes, and enjoy a smooth ride with tickets priced at 550 THB. Secure your van booking here before your journey.
Prices: 550 THB
Duration: 3h 30m – 6h 35m ⏱
Charter from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
A private transfer from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai lets you choose your pickup and drop-off locations. The journey takes around 1 hour with fares starting at 2,875 THB. Book your transfer to travel directly between the locations you need.
Prices: 2,875 THB
Duration: 1h – 6h ⏱
Combined from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Start your journey from CNX Chiang Mai Airport, heading from Chiang Mai toward Chiang Rai. The trip takes about 3 hours 55 minutes, with tickets starting at 4,938 THB, and you’ll arrive at CEI Chiang Rai Airport. Plan ahead and reserve your spot explore combined options.
Prices: 4,938 THB
Duration: 3h 55m – 10h 20m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
- Board the bus at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 bound for Mae Sai. The trip takes roughly 5h 10m to 8h 5m. Departures run from 08:00 until 15:00, and fares begin at 464 THB.
- Board the bus at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 bound for Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai. The trip takes roughly 5h 10m. Departures run at 12:45, and fares begin at 461 THB.
- Starting from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, buses head to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, covering the distance in roughly 3h 20m. The service operates at --:--, and fares are available from 550 THB.
Cheapest Bus Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
461 THB, from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai, departure at 12:45, duration 5h 10mFastest Bus Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
550 THB, from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, departure at --:--, duration 3h 20mBus Timetable: Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 → Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
- --:-- --:-- 3h 20m 550 THB
Bus Timetable: Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 → Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai
- 12:45 17:55 5h 10m 461 THB
Bus Timetable: Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 → Mae Sai
- 08:00 16:05 8h 5m 464 THB
- 12:30 17:40 5h 10m 464 THB
- 15:00 20:10 5h 10m 464 THB
Van Routes & Schedules from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, our shuttle service offers multiple stations for pickup and drop-off, allowing flexible travel arrangements. Travel time can vary depending on the stops used, typically around 3h 30m to 6h 35m. Services run from 09:00 until 14:30, and fares generally start at 550 to 800 THB. Consulting the complete timetable lets you see all stop options, estimate travel durations and plan your ride efficiently.
Cheapest Van Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
550 THB, from At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Central Plaza, departure at some times, duration 4hFastest Van Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
700 THB, from Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, departure at some times, duration 3h 30mVan Timetable: Accha Indian Dhaba, Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai Town Transfer
- 09:00 13:00 4h 675 THB
Van Timetable: Accha Indian Dhaba, Chiang Mai → K Buddy Bike, Chiang Rai
- 09:00 13:00 4h 675 THB
Van Timetable: At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai → Chiang Khong Border, Chiang Rai
- 09:00 15:35 6h 35m 800 THB
- 14:30 20:30 6h 800 THB
Van Timetable: At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai Central Plaza
- 09:00 13:30 4h 30m 550 THB
- 14:30 18:30 4h 550 THB
Van Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
- 09:30 13:00 3h 30m 700 THB
- 12:30 16:00 3h 30m 700 THB
Charter Routes & Schedules from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
For journeys from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, private vehicles provide a range of boarding and disembarking options, giving you the freedom to start and end your trip where it’s most convenient. Depending on the points selected, travel typically lasts around 1h to 6h, with prices beginning at 2,875 to 7,084 THB. Since departures are fully adaptable, you can plan your ride around your own schedule and preferences.
Cheapest Charter Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
2875 THB, from Chiang Mai Airport to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, departure at --:--, duration 3h
Fastest Charter Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
4600 THB, from Ban Pong Hang Dong, Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Airport, departure at --:--, duration 1hCharter Timetable: Ban Pong Hang Dong, Chiang Mai → Chiang Rai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 1h 4600 THB
Charter Timetable: Chai Prakan, Chiang Mai → Mae Sai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 50m 4999 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Chiang Rai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Chiang Saen Border, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 5175 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 6204 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 4715 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 6h 6204 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Mae Sai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 6578 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Mai Sai Border, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 5h 4830 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Airport → Tachileik Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 40m 7084 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 1 → Chiang Rai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 1 → Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 1 → Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town → Chiang Rai City
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town → Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 30m 3795 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town → Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4427 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town → Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 5h 4945 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town → Mae Sai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 3690 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Chiang Rai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 5h 5117 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 3402 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 6204 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 5h 4830 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Mae Chan Transfer, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4025 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Mae Sai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 25m 3841 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer → Mai Sai Border, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 5h 30m 4025 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Chiang Rai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 5175 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Chiang Saen Border, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4600 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4485 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 5h 5244 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Golden Triangle Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4600 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 5h 5520 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Mae Chan Transfer, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4485 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Mae Sai Checkpoint, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 5175 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Mae Sai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 5175 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Mai Sai Border, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 5h 30m 5635 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai Town Transfer → Tachileik Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 5h 7084 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai train station → Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 20m 5060 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai train station → Mae Sai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 6578 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Mai train station → Tachileik Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 40m 7084 THB
Charter Timetable: Four Seasons Resort, Chiang Mai → Four Seasons Tented Camp Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 5537 THB
Combined Routes & Schedules from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Depart from CNX Chiang Mai Airport on a mixed transport route toward Chiang Rai. Your journey across buses, ferries, or trains lasts roughly 3h 55m to 10h 20m, with departures running from 06:30 until 22:10 and fares starting from 4,938 to 9,057 THB. You’ll arrive at CEI Chiang Rai Airport, and checking the timetable for connections from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai helps you plan your departure.
Cheapest Combined Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
4938 THB, from CNX Chiang Mai Airport to CEI Chiang Rai Airport, departure at some times, duration 5h 45mFastest Combined Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
9057 THB, from CNX Chiang Mai Airport to CEI Chiang Rai Airport, departure at 15:10, duration 3h 55mCombined Timetable: CNX Chiang Mai Airport → CEI Chiang Rai Airport
- 06:30 13:25 6h 55m 6153 THB
- 08:30 15:35 7h 5m 8495 THB
- 11:25 20:45 9h 20m 5718 THB
- 12:05 20:45 8h 40m 6059 THB
- 13:00 20:45 7h 45m 6059 THB
- 13:30 20:50 7h 20m 4938 THB
- 14:10 19:05 4h 55m 8606 THB
- 15:05 20:50 5h 45m 4938 THB
- 15:10 19:05 3h 55m 9057 THB
- 15:35 20:45 5h 10m 5718 THB
- 16:10 21:05 4h 55m 6004 THB
- 16:40 20:45 4h 5m 6059 THB
- 21:55 08:15 10h 20m 7204 THB
- 22:10 08:15 10h 5m 6698 THB
Frequently Asked Questions Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai.
How long does the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route usually take?
Travel time on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route varies by transport and destination. The fastest listed trips take about 3 hours, while longer services can take up to about 8 hours 5 minutes. Differences come from the vehicle type and the exact drop-off point.
What is the cheapest way to travel from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?
The cheapest option on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route is the bus, with fares from THB 461 to THB 550. Vans are also relatively low-cost, starting at THB 550. Charter services and combined airport services cost more.
What is the fastest option for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?
The fastest listed option for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai is a charter trip from Ban Pong Hang Dong, Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai Airport, which takes about 1 hour. Among regular shared services, several bus, van, and transfer options take about 3 hours.
How much should I expect to pay for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?
Prices on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route range from THB 461 to THB 9,057 depending on the service. Bus tickets are the lowest, van fares are slightly higher, and charter or combined airport services are much more expensive.
Where do buses leave from and arrive at on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route?
Buses on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route depart from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3. They arrive at Mae Sai, Chiang Saen GreenBus in Chiang Rai, or Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, depending on the service.
Where do vans operate on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route?
Vans on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route depart from Accha Indian Dhaba, At Ratchadamnoen Chaing Mai, or Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer. They arrive at Chiang Rai Central Plaza, Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Chiang Rai Town Transfer, K Buddy Bike, or Chiang Khong Border.
Are there flights or airport transfers on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route?
Yes, the route includes combined airport services and charter transfers involving Chiang Mai Airport and Chiang Rai Airport. The combined airport service runs between CNX Chiang Mai Airport and CEI Chiang Rai Airport, with trips listed from about 3 hours 55 minutes to about 10 hours 20 minutes.
How often do services run from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?
The provided data does not list a fixed frequency for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai services. It does show multiple daily departures for some transport types, but exact intervals are not given.
What are the first and last departures for Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai?
For vans on Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai, the first departure is 09:00 and the last is 14:30. For the combined airport service, the first departure is 06:30 and the last is 22:10. Bus first-departure data is not provided.
How long does the bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai take?
Bus travel on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route takes about 3 hours 20 minutes to 8 hours 5 minutes overall. The direct Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 service is about 3 hours 20 minutes, while the Mae Sai service is longer.
How long does the van from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai take?
Van trips on the Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai route take about 3 hours 30 minutes to 6 hours 35 minutes. The shortest listed van transfer is from Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer to Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, while the Chiang Khong Border service is the longest.
If I want to book Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai tickets, where should I look?
For Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai reservations, TicketRoutes.com is the place to check. It lists the available services, prices, and departure points for this route in one place, which makes it easier to compare options before booking.
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