Bangkok to Chiang Mai: Best Way to Travel

Bangkok and Chiang Mai are 2 popular destinations for tourists who plan a trip to Thailand. All of them are looking for the best transfer way to make their trip memorable. Let's learn detail below:

Bangkok to Chiang Mai Distance

How far is from Bangkok to Chiang Mai? and How long does it take from Bangkok to Chiang Mai? are these question which many travelers are looking for when they are planning a trip to Chiang Mai from Bangkok.

The distance from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is about 700 KM and heading to the north of Bangkok. Because it is a very long distance so the transfer time from Bangkok to Chiang Mai also different:

• Bangkok to Chiang Mai travel time by road: is about 8.5 hours
• Bangkok to Chiang Mai travel time by air: 1.05 hour

How to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

To get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai you can choose transfer by many different types of transportation like a car, bus, train or fly. Depend on your preferences and planning let's find the best option for you.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai Flight

The flight is the first choice of transfer option when you are looking for the travel way from Bangkok to Chiang Mai, it only takes 1.05 hour to flight in and it can save your traveling time to discover more about Chiang Mai. Price for a flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai is different depend on travel date, period and airlines, normally it costs between the US $50 to the US $150 per person.

Please note that some airlines may have restrictions on the weight of checked baggage or require extra payment when checking-in, choosing a seat, or transporting oversized baggage. If you choose to fly, calculate how long you will be arriving and departing from the airport as well as waiting time before your flight, wait for immigration procedures in case of an international flight, and wait for your checked baggage back sent by you. 

Bangkok Air flies from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus

The bus station in Bangkok is located at Mo Chit, you can get here from anywhere in the city with the BTS system. At the bus station, you can find a number of stations with fall seats, beds, and air conditioners, running from 05:30 to 22:30.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai bus cost between $13 - $30 depending on seat and bus type. Tickets for a VIP bus ride are usually around $20 - $35 (festive season or when crowded tourists can price up). You can buy tickets and depart the same day or buy a few days in advance to ensure good tickets (especially during holidays).

Bus Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Bangkok to Chiang Mai train

Bangkok to Chiang Mai train also a good option for those who have more travel time in Thailand, want to discover deep in local and enjoy the scenery along the way. There are 5 direct trains from Bangkok to Chiang Mai and take about 11 - 14 hours.

Bangkok to Chiang Mai Train schedule

Bangkok to Chiang Mai train cost depending on train services and a class of ticket. There are 4 seat types: 2nd Class Sleeper Fan, 2nd Class A/C Seat, 2nd Class A/C Sleeper, 1st Class A/C Sleeper and price is between $20 to $65 per person depending on your seat type.

Besides train, bus & flight you also can transfer to Chiang Mai by car, taxi which is easier to find at a hotel/ travel agent.

There is some information for you to find the best way to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. To make your trip easier you can book the Thailand package tours which also included transfers from Bangkok to Chiang Mai either by bus, train, or flight.

Jenny Tran

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