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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
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Average price
$-0
Fastest journey
6 h 10 m
Average duration
11 h 3 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
153 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
Fast coaches
To travel from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai you need to make at least one change.
08:30AM6h10
Chiang Rai02:40PMChiang Mai
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1 change
07:00PM15h55
Chiang Rai10:55AMChiang Mai
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08:30AM6h10
Chiang Rai02:40PMChiang Mai
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07:00PM15h55
Chiang Rai10:55AMChiang Mai
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Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai bus times
Showing buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 10:23 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:30 am Chiang Rai | 6h10 | 2:40 pm Chiang Mai | 1 change | |
| 7:00 pm Chiang Rai | 15h55 | 10:55 am Chiang Mai | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai
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Take a bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai and enjoy the approximately 153 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $65
Distance 153 km |
Average bus duration 11h 3m |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 10m |
First bus 08:30 |
Last bus 19:00 |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Flight from $65
Bus providers: Sombat Tour from Chiang Rai to Chiang MaiYou can travel by bus between Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai with Sombat Tour for as low as $65. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Sombat Tour
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 10m
Sombat Tour frequency
1 a day
FAQs: Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
Cheap coach tickets from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai can start from as little as $17 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai is $17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The coach time between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai is on average 3 h 20 min for the 153 km long journey, but the time it takes to go between Chiang Rai and Chiang Mai by coach can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai leaves at 7: 30am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai leaves at 7: 00pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai without having to change trains with Greenbus Thailand. There are 9 direct coaches from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai coach with Greenbus Thailand or Sombat Tour. However, it's always good to check out all possible coach companies for the trip to Chiang Mai from Chiang Rai as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
A trip to Chiang Mai from Chiang Rai is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 20 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
You have options as you can travel to Chiang Mai from Chiang Rai 2 different ways: coach or flight.
No, the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
No, luggage for the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai.
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