Which bus from Bangkok to Chiang Rai is the best?
Check the bus schedule for Bangkok to Chiang Rai. Here is a selection of the cheapest coach trips for the next days from bus operators like Nakhonchai Air, Budsarakam Tour or Sombat. To see the full timetable for all coaches just use or search and compare.
Cheapest bus trips today
Prices are for one way and one person
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Cherdchai Tour12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Transport Co12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Bangkok Busline12h 40m008:20BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal21:00Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Budsarakam Tour16h 59m017:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park09:59Chiang RaiMueang District0Economy
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Budsarakham Tour12h 20m017:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:20Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Business
Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
Prices are for one way and one person
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Cherdchai Tour12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Transport Co12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Bangkok Busline12h 40m009:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal22:10Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Budsarakam Tour16h 59m017:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park09:59Chiang RaiMueang District0Economy
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Budsarakham Tour12h 20m017:00BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:20Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Business
Cheapest bus trips Wednesday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Transport Co0h 0m017:30BangkokSouthern Bus Terminal17:30Chiang RaiMae Fa Luang District0Economy
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Cherdchai Tour12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Bangkok Busline17h 6m009:30BangkokChatuchak Bus Park02:36Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Sombat11h 0m019:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:25Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Budsarakam Tour16h 59m017:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park09:59Chiang RaiMueang District0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Thursday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Cherdchai Tour12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Transport Co12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Sombat11h 0m019:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:25Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Bangkok Busline12h 40m009:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal22:10Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Budsarakam Tour16h 59m017:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park09:59Chiang RaiMueang District0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Friday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Cherdchai Tour12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Transport Co12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Sombat11h 0m019:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:25Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Bangkok Busline12h 40m009:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal22:10Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Budsarakam Tour17h 12m017:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park10:12Chiang RaiMae Fa Luang District0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Saturday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Cherdchai Tour12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Transport Co12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Sombat11h 0m019:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:25Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Bangkok Busline12h 40m009:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal22:10Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Budsarakam Tour16h 59m017:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park09:59Chiang RaiMueang District0Economy
Cheapest bus trips Sunday
Prices are for one way and one person
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Cherdchai Tour12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Transport Co12h 0m017:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal05:30Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Sombat11h 0m019:25BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal06:25Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Bangkok Busline12h 40m009:30BangkokMo Chit Bus Terminal22:10Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
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Budsarakam Tour16h 39m017:00BangkokChatuchak Bus Park09:39Chiang RaiBus Terminal 20Economy
What is the best day and time to travel by bus between Bangkok and Chiang Rai?
Wednesday
is the busiest day, with more than 43 daily coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Rai. Sunday has instead the fewest connections, with only 22 daily coaches between Bangkok and Chiang Rai.
The busiest time of the day is the Evening, with 143 coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Rai, while Morning sees the fewest connections between Bangkok and Chiang Rai, with 22 offers.
All facts for Bangkok to Chiang Rai bus at a glance
Compare all coach operators like Nakhonchai Air, Budsarakam Tour and Sombat that travel daily 29 times by bus from Bangkok to Chiang Rai in one click. Book your Bangkok to Chiang Rai bus ticket starting from £16!
| Cheapest Bus | £16 |
| Fastest Bus | 11h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 08:20 |
| Latest Coach | 20:30 |
| Daily Bus Connections | 29 Ø |
| Distance | 693.0 km |
| Coach Companies | Nakhonchai Air, Budsarakam Tour, Sombat, Bangkok Busline, Transport Co, Cherdchai Tour, Budsarakham Tour and Tara Tour and Travel |
What are the cheapest coach tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?
Every day, 29 buses from 8 coach companies leave Bangkok for Chiang Rai. Check the table below to find the cheapest prices for coach tickets for this route, starting from 18/11/2024 and for the following days. Make sure get the cheapest bus ticket!
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
Monday
18/11
£16
Tuesday
19/11
£16
Wednesday
20/11
£537
Thursday
21/11
£16
Friday
22/11
£16
Saturday
23/11
£16
Sunday
24/11
£561
Monday
25/11
£16
Tuesday
26/11
£16
Wednesday
27/11
£16
Thursday
28/11
£16
Friday
29/11
£543
Saturday
30/11
£16
Sunday
01/12
£16
Monday
02/12
£16
Tuesday
03/12
£16
Wednesday
04/12
£16
Thursday
05/12
£537
Friday
06/12
£16
Saturday
07/12
£16
Sunday
08/12
£16
Monday
09/12
£16
Tuesday
10/12
£561
Wednesday
11/12
£537
Thursday
12/12
£16
Friday
13/12
£16
Saturday
14/12
£16
Sunday
15/12
The cheapest time to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Rai
With a price starting from £16, Monday is the cheapest day for a coach from Bangkok to Chiang Rai. Sunday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from £16.
Afternoon
is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Bangkok to Chiang Rai, with £16. Morning is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from £17.
How to save money travelling from Bangkok to Chiang Rai
Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying higher prices for your trip? Plan your bus trips smartly. Here are a few hacks to save money on your coach journey.
Book the ticket from Bangkok to Chiang Rai in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the coach from Bangkok to Chiang Rai, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.
If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Rai are also emptier.Check for bus deals and promotions for all bus companies in this route. On CheckMyBus we show special offers directly in the coach trip on our search. Sign-up and check or deals sections and get notifications on our latest travel hacks.
What are the most popular bus companies from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?
These are the most booked bus companies by our users on the Bangkok to Chiang Rai timetable.
Transport Co from Bangkok to Chiang Rai
Here you will find the key facts about the Transport Co bus route Bangkok to Chiang Rai:
| Cheapest Price | £16 |
| Fastest Coach | 12h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 17:30 |
| Last Coach | 19:30 |
| Daily Connections | 3 Ø |
| Found on | 17/11/2024 |
Nakhonchai Air from Bangkok to Chiang Rai
Here you will find the key facts about the Nakhonchai Air bus route Bangkok to Chiang Rai:
| Cheapest Price | £20 |
| Fastest Coach | 11h 49m |
| Earliest Coach | 19:40 |
| Last Coach | 20:25 |
| Daily Connections | 6 Ø |
| Found on | 17/11/2024 |
Sombat from Bangkok to Chiang Rai
Here you will find the key facts about the Sombat bus route Bangkok to Chiang Rai:
| Cheapest Price | £17 |
| Fastest Coach | 11h 0m |
| Earliest Coach | 17:00 |
| Last Coach | 19:50 |
| Daily Connections | 8 Ø |
| Found on | 17/11/2024 |
In total 8 operators offer buses for this route. Find all bus timetables for them. Each coach company has a dedicated cancellation policy and possibilities for transport luggage on the bus. Check also special conditions to travel with kids or coach cards with rebates.
All bus stations and stops in Bangkok and Chiang Rai
Here is a map with all coach stations in Bangkok and Chiang Rai. Compare which stop is closest to your destination to save time to find the fastest buses and connections.
All you need to know when you travel by bus from Bangkok to Chiang Rai
Check all information on comfort and services on the coaches from Bangkok to Chiang Rai. Which seat classes are available or what are the amenities of operators on your coach trip? Below you´ll find answers to your questions.
FAQs for Bangkok to Chiang Rai bus
How much does a Bangkok Chiang Rai coach trip cost?
This depends on, among other things, the day and travel time. The cheapest ticket for the Bangkok Chiang Rai bus trip is available from £16 and takes 0h 0m. Compare offers and save money!
How much could I save by comparing buses from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?
This connection is offered by 8 companies with ticket prices ranging from £16 to £814. Therefore, we suggest booking your ticket as soon as possible to ensure you’ll get the cheapest bus trip to Chiang Rai.
How many connections are available for the Bangkok Chiang Rai route on average every day?
Each day, the bus route from Bangkok to Chiang Rai is offered by roughly 29 busses. By using our search, you can compare bus schedules and find your ideal trip.
How long does a bus to Chiang Rai from Bangkok take?
The quickest coach from Bangkok to Chiang Rai is provided by Bangkok Busline and takes 11h 0m. Coach tickets for this connection cost £19. However, keep in mind that the connection can take longer due to traffic.
What time is the first bus from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?
The earliest bus to Chiang Rai departs from Bangkok at 08:20. In this context, information about departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
What time is the last coach from Bangkok to Chiang Rai?
The latest bus to Chiang Rai departs from Bangkok at 20:30. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.
Which bus companies serve the Bangkok Chiang Rai route?
Passengers looking to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Rai can travel with Nakhonchai Air, Budsarakam Tour and Sombat. Compare all available bus tickets with our search to book the trip that works best for you.
Is there a direct bus between Bangkok and Chiang Rai?
You can check all the direct connections between Bangkok and Chiang Rai by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Nakhonchai Air, Budsarakam Tour and Sombat.
What can I take with me on the bus to Chiang Rai from Bangkok?
Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the bus for the Bangkok Chiang Rai bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a coach that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.
What equipment is available for the Bangkok Chiang Rai bus route?
The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make travelling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Bangkok to Chiang Rai on your planned travel date.
Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Bangkok to Chiang Rai
Economy
The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.
Business
Comfortable seating, food and drink service, accompanied generally by ticket flexibility.
More bus routes to Bangkok and to Chiang Rai
Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Bangkok and to Chiang Rai. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you’ll find all the details about your bus route!
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Popular Airport Transfers to Bangkok and to Chiang Rai
