Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Arrive in Chiang Mai’s ancient temples and lively night markets, a sharp contrast to Chiang Rai’s tranquil countryside and serene white temple. This route is served by several transport alternatives between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai, each listed here with clear information on departure times, trip lengths and pricing.
Travel options for Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Traveling from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai, a bus for 469 THB offers the best value, while a combined gets you there in 15 minutes.
Bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Hop on a bus at multiple stations, including Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai, Mae Sai, Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Bus Terminal 2 Chiang Rai and others, with the first departure of the day at --:--, and head from Chiang Rai toward Chiang Mai, arriving at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3. Services run frequently, so you can pick a departure time that fits your schedule. The journey usually takes around 3 hours, with tickets starting from 469 THB. Plan ahead and book your seat here.
Prices: 469 THB
Duration: 3h – 5h 10m ⏱
Van from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Start your van trip from Chiang Rai Town Transfer to travel between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai. The ride takes about 3 hours 30 minutes, with tickets costing 650 THB, ending at Chiang Mai Arcade 2. Make sure to book your seat ahead of time on van reservations.
Prices: 650 THB
Duration: 3h 30m ⏱
Combined from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
From Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai, combined transport lets you start your journey at multiple stations, including Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer, CEI Chiang Rai Airport, K Buddy Bike, Chiang Rai and others and arrive at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 or CNX Chiang Mai Airport. The trip usually takes about 15 minutes with fares starting at 685 THB. Explore available routes and reserve your seat book your journey.
Prices: 685 THB
Duration: 15m – 10h ⏱
Charter from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
If you prefer door-to-door, travel comfortably from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai with a private charter, taking around 3 hours. Typical fares are 2,875 THB, check available options and book your ride here.
Prices: 2,875 THB
Duration: 3h – 5h 30m ⏱
Bus Routes & Schedules from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
- From Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai, buses travel to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 taking approximately 5h 10m. Departures occur at 08:45, and fares start at 469 THB.
- From Mae Sai, you can travel toward Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 by bus. The trip usually lasts 5h 10m. Services are scheduled from 07:30 until 15:00, and fares start at 473 THB.
- Board the bus at Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 to reach Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, spending roughly 3h 20m on the road. Services run at --:--, and tickets start from 561 THB.
- Arriving at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, you’ll leave Bus Terminal 2 Chiang Rai by bus for a journey of approximately 3h. Tickets are available from 561 THB, with departures at 13:10.
Cheapest Bus Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
469 THB, from Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, departure at 08:45, duration 5h 10mFastest Bus Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
561 THB, from Bus Terminal 2 Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, departure at 13:10, duration 3hBus Timetable: Bus Terminal 2 Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
- 13:10 16:10 3h 561 THB
Bus Timetable: Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
- --:-- --:-- 3h 20m 561 THB
Bus Timetable: Chiang Saen GreenBus, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
- 08:45 13:55 5h 10m 469 THB
Bus Timetable: Mae Sai → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
- 07:30 12:40 5h 10m 473 THB
- 09:30 14:40 5h 10m 473 THB
- 15:00 20:10 5h 10m 473 THB
Van Routes & Schedules from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Take off in a minivan at Chiang Rai Town Transfer toward Chiang Mai, the sole direct route available. Travel time is approximately 3h 30m, with services scheduled from 05:00 until 13:00 and fares from 650 THB. You’ll arrive at Chiang Mai Arcade 2, and consulting the timetable for trips between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai helps you choose the most convenient departure.
Cheapest & Fastest Van Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
650 THB, from Chiang Rai Town Transfer to Chiang Mai Arcade 2, departure at some times, duration 3h 30mVan Timetable: Chiang Rai Town Transfer → Chiang Mai Arcade 2
- 05:00 08:30 3h 30m 650 THB
- 13:00 16:30 3h 30m 650 THB
Combined Routes & Schedules from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
- Embark on a combined vehicle transfer from Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer and reach Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 in roughly 4h. Departures run from 05:00 until 13:00, and tickets begin at 685 THB.
- Start your trip at CEI Chiang Rai Airport and travel to CNX Chiang Mai Airport via a combination of vehicles, covering the route in roughly 4h 15m to 10h. Services operate from 08:45 until 21:55, and fares begin at 4,765 to 7,440 THB.
- Embark from K Buddy Bike, Chiang Rai toward Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 using a mix of transportation options, with the trip lasting around 4h. Departures occur from 05:00 until 13:00, and tickets start at 685 THB.
Cheapest & Fastest Combined Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
685 THB, from Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, departure at some times, duration 4hCombined Timetable: CEI Chiang Rai Airport → CNX Chiang Mai Airport
- 08:45 16:40 7h 55m 6496 THB
- 10:25 19:55 9h 30m 7410 THB
- 14:00 18:15 4h 15m 6890 THB
- 16:05 22:35 6h 30m 6767 THB
- 16:05 22:00 5h 55m 6729 THB
- 20:30 20:45 15m 4765 THB
- 21:55 07:55 10h 7440 THB
Combined Timetable: Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
- 05:00 09:00 4h 685 THB
- 13:00 17:00 4h 685 THB
Combined Timetable: K Buddy Bike, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
- 05:00 09:00 4h 685 THB
- 13:00 17:00 4h 685 THB
Charter Routes & Schedules from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Traveling between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai is easy with this private transfer service, which lets you choose from multiple pickup and drop-off points. The trip usually takes about 3h to 5h 30m, and fares start at 2,875 to 6,468 THB. Departure times are fully flexible, so you can schedule your ride whenever it suits you best. Reviewing all possible locations ensures a smooth, stress-free journey tailored entirely to your needs.
Cheapest & Fastest Charter Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
2875 THB, from Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer to Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 1, departure at --:--, duration 3hCharter Timetable: Chiang Rai Airport → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Airport → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 1
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Airport → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 1
- --:-- --:-- 3h 4024 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai City → Chiang Mai Town
- --:-- --:-- 3h 4600 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 3h 30m 4485 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer → Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 1
- --:-- --:-- 3h 2875 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer → Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 30m 3795 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 4024 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Saen Border, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 4h 5175 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Saen Border, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4600 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 4h 6204 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town
- --:-- --:-- 4h 6468 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 6204 THB
Charter Timetable: Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 4830 THB
Charter Timetable: Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 4715 THB
Charter Timetable: Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town
- --:-- --:-- 5h 6181 THB
Charter Timetable: Doi Mae Salong, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 4715 THB
Charter Timetable: Golden Triangle Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4600 THB
Charter Timetable: Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 5h 5750 THB
Charter Timetable: Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 5h 4830 THB
Charter Timetable: Golden Triangle, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 5h 5750 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Chan Transfer, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Immigration Office
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4024 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Chan Transfer, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 4485 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Chan Transfer, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 4024 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Sai Checkpoint, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 5175 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Sai Town Transfer → Chai Prakan, Chiang Mai
- --:-- --:-- 3h 50m 4999 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Sai Town Transfer → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 3690 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Sai Town Transfer → Chiang Mai Town
- --:-- --:-- 4h 30m 3690 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Sai Town Transfer → Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 25m 3841 THB
Charter Timetable: Mae Sai Town Transfer → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 3h 25m 3852 THB
Charter Timetable: Mai Sai Border, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Airport
- --:-- --:-- 5h 4830 THB
Charter Timetable: Mai Sai Border, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 5h 30m 4024 THB
Charter Timetable: Mai Sai Border, Chiang Rai → Chiang Mai Town Transfer
- --:-- --:-- 5h 4830 THB
Frequently Asked Questions Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Below you will find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
How long does the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route usually take?
Travel time on the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route ranges from about 3 hours to 10 hours, depending on the service and departure point. Shorter direct transfers are faster, while some airport-to-airport or longer charter trips take more time.
What is the usual price range for Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai travel?
Prices on the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route run from 469 THB to 7,440 THB. The lower end covers standard bus options, while higher fares appear in combined transport and charter services with different pickup and drop-off points.
Which is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai?
The cheapest option on the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route is the bus, with fares starting at 469 THB. Bus prices are lower than van fares and much lower than charter services, based on the available route data.
What is the fastest option on the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route?
The fastest listed option for Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai is a charter service, with some trips taking about 3 hours. Among regular shared services, the quickest published trips are about 3 hours as well, depending on the exact departure and arrival points.
Where do Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai trips usually depart from and arrive?
Departure and arrival points vary by transport type on the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route. Common departures include Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, Bus Terminal 2 Chiang Rai, Chiang Rai Town Transfer, and Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer, with arrivals at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3, Chiang Mai Arcade 2, or Chiang Mai Airport.
How many Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai trips are available, and how often do they run?
The route has 11 combined trips, 6 bus trips, 2 van trips, and 36 charter trips listed in the data. A fixed frequency is not provided, so departures are shown as individual services rather than regular interval schedules.
What are the first and last departures for Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai?
For Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai, the earliest listed departure is 05:00. The latest listed departure is 21:55 in the combined transport data, while the bus service shown ends at 15:00 and the van service ends at 13:00.
How does the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai bus service work?
The bus option on Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai costs 469 to 561 THB and takes about 3 hours to 5 hours 10 minutes. It departs from Chiang Saen GreenBus, Mae Sai, Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1, or Bus Terminal 2 Chiang Rai, and arrives at Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3.
What should I know about the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai van option?
The van service on Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai costs 650 THB and takes about 3 hours 30 minutes. It runs from Chiang Rai Town Transfer to Chiang Mai Arcade 2, with departures listed from 05:00 to 13:00.
Are there airport-based transfers on the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route?
Yes, the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai data includes airport-based transfers. One combined option runs from CEI Chiang Rai Airport to CNX Chiang Mai Airport in about 4 hours 15 minutes to 10 hours, and another runs from Chiang Rai Airport to Chiang Mai Airport in about 3 hours.
Can I book Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai tickets online?
Yes, tickets for the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai route can be checked and booked online through TicketRoutes.com. The site lists the available services, departure points, and fares for this route in one place.
Is there a charter option for Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai, and what does it cover?
A charter service is listed for Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai, with fares from 2,875 THB to 6,468 THB and travel times of about 3 hours to 5 hours 30 minutes. It includes multiple pickup and drop-off points, such as Chiang Rai City, Chiang Rai Airport, Chiang Mai Town, and Chiang Mai Airport.
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