Eine schöne Aussicht vom Zentrum aus Chiang Rai-mobile

Wie kommt man von
Chiang Mai nach Chiang Rai

Reiseübersicht von Chiang Mai nach Chiang Rai

Entfernung161 km (100.6 miles)
Preisspanne$6-$182
Fahrtdauer3 Std.-6 Std. 55 Min.
Früheste Abfahrt17:00
Späteste Abfahrt23:00

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Reiseplanoptionen von Chiang Mai nach Chiang Rai



























































































Ein(e/n) bus von Chiang Mai nach Chiang Rai nehmen

bus (schnellste Option): 3 Std. 20 Min.

bus (günstigste Option): $10

Am schnellsten: 3 Std. 20 Min.

Am günstigsten: $10

Vorteile

Cost effective

Makes toilet stops

Comfortable journey

Ample extra luggage allowance (20kg)

Nachteile

Slow journey

Shared bus: possibly noisy and crowded

Possible motion sickness

VERFÜGBARE AUSSTATTUNG:

Klimaanlage

TV

Am schnellsten: 3 Std.

Am günstigsten: $23

Vorteile

English speaking staff

Time advantage

Helpful drivers, service

20 mins toilet break

Nachteile

Only 1 backpack luggage per passenger

pay extra for big luggage

toilet stops might not be clean

VERFÜGBARE AUSSTATTUNG:

Klimaanlage

Am schnellsten: 3 Std.

Am günstigsten: $182

Vorteile

Friendly driver

Private transfer (personal pick up and drop off)

Comfortable travel

Makes toilet stops

pickup/drop off any hotel in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai city centre

Nachteile

Expensive

Passenger limitation

VERFÜGBARE AUSSTATTUNG:

Klimaanlage

Eine schöne Aussicht vom Zentrum aus Chiang Rai

About the ride from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

The ride between Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai is not that long but it is scenic, with plenty to see as you cross through national parks and past ancient temples and pagodas. Bus is the only means of public transport on this route, but if you can afford to splash out on a private car or minivan, you’ll be able to stop at many interesting places along the way. 

Chiang Rai is best known for being a gateway to the Golden Triangle, where the borders of Myanmar, Laos and Thailand meet. Small, affordable and multicultural, it offers a different experience to the larger, more chaotic Thai cities. 

Interesting temples to visit include Wat Phra Kaew, one of the oldest in Thailand, and the unique, modern-day White Temple. There are plenty of excellent places to sample Northern Thai cuisine. Surrounded by mountains, rice terraces and with the Mekong River on the doorstep, Chiang Rai is also a green escape, with lots to attract outdoorsy types. 

There are no direct flights or trains between the two cities, so the only way of making this 190 km (118 miles) journey is by long distance bus, minivan or car. There are economy buses as well as VIP buses, or you can book a seat in a shared minivan for $16 one way. 

Bookaway suggests traveling by VIP Bus which is comfortable and cheap, and takes around 4 hours. You’ll arrive at an out-of-town bus station so you’ll need to take a songthaew or taxi  to your hotel.  

If you’re traveling as a family or in a group, you can also book a private minivan or car - prices start at around $149.

If you’re going to travel on from Chiang Rai, you have plenty of options. The town is ideally located for exploring the Golden Triangle. Or, you might want to see the rest of the Northern Province, which has a lot to offer - especially if you like the outdoors -  including mountain peaks like Doi Mae Salong, Doi Chang and Doi Tung, hill tribe villages, and a cool climate.

 

What you’ll see when traveling from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

The route takes you on Highway 118 which skirts Doi Luang National Park and passes through Khun Cae National Park. It’s pretty scenic - from the window you’ll pass roadside temples, hilltop wats, buddha statues, paddy fields, mountains and rainforests -  so you might want to think about traveling during the day rather than at night. 

How to get from Chiang Mai to Chiang Rai

Taking an express bus

The Express Bus is a basic bus with A/C and a typical seating arrangement - two seats on either side of the aisle. If you want a comfier ride you should opt for the VIP Bus instead. During the ride the driver will stop so you can stretch your legs, use the bathroom and buy some snacks. 

Be aware that this bus leaves from a bus station outside the center of Chiang Mai, so you’ll need to take a Grab taxi or songthaew to get there. When you arrive in Chiang Rai don’t alight at the first bus station, but wait and get off at the second bus station in the center of the town. 

 

Taking a VIP bus

If you don’t fancy four hours on the Express Bus, the VIP Bus offers a better level of comfort. Run by the same company, the main difference is the seat layout. On the VIP Bus, seats are spaced further apart and are in rows of three (2+1) and recline properly, plus they have padded headrests, meaning you’ll be more likely to sleep if that is what you want to do. This seating layout is also good if you’re traveling alone and prefer not to sit next to someone you don't know. On this bus, you’ll also find USB charging ports for your phone or laptop and a mini TV system with headphones. 

There are three departures every day, two in the morning and one in the afternoon. Remember that if you’re traveling during a Thai public holiday you’ll need to book your tickets well in advance.

Taking a minivan

Two companies operate air-conditioned minivans on this route. Minivans will collect you from a central location in Chiang Mai and drop you in the center of Chiang Rai. The journey time is around 5 hours, with stops along the way to use the bathroom and stretch your legs. 

Be aware that if you have a lot of luggage that you cannot fit on your lap, you might be asked to pay for an extra seat.

 

Taking a private minivan

If you are traveling as a family or in a group another option is to book a private minivan for this journey. Prices start at $171 for up to 12 passengers. This includes hotel pick up and drop off in Chiang Rai.

Private minivans are usually new and modern, with comfy seats, A/C and some space for luggage in the back, however be aware that if you have lots of luggage, you might need to sacrifice a couple of seats for the bags.  A plus point of booking a private minivan is flexibility - you can leave any time you like and you don't have to make your way to an out-of-town bus station. 

Taking a private car

Private cars for between 2 and 4 passengers cost from $149  and will collect you and drop you off in any hotel in the city center. The plus side to this is flexibility - you can leave whenever you want, and you get to ride in air-conditioned privacy. Bear in mind though, this isn't a cost effective way of doing this journey if you’re a solo traveler.

Anbieter für Reisen von Chiang Mai nach Chiang Rai

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3 Std. 30 Min.

Durchschnittlicher Preis

$153 - $182

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Durchschnittlicher Preis

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Durchschnittlicher Preis

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Beliebte Bahnhöfe und Haltestellen in Chiang Mai und Chiang Rai

Abfahrtsstellen in Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai - Any hotel

Chiang Mai - Any hotel in the city center

Cool Muang Coffee

Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3

Ankunftsstellen in Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai - Any hotel

Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1

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