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Penang to Chiang Rai

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1926 km.
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27 h 5 min
1926 km.
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Transport providers

Airlines

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Penang International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
5h 7m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.56–$254.83

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Penang International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
7h 45m
Frequency:
Monday, Friday, and Saturday
Estimated price:
$82.82–$178.38

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Penang International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
5h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$121.04–$458.69

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Email:
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Padang Besar to Hat
Ave. Duration:
1h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.53–$30.58
Train from Hat Yai to Krung
Ave. Duration:
14h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$8.28–$58.61

KTM Komuter

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Email:
Website:
ktmb.com.my/Komuter.html
Train from Butterworth to Padang
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.46–$5.35

Other operators

Penang Port

Website:
penangport.com.my/Services/Ferry-Services
Other from Raja Tun Uda Ferry Terminal to Sultan
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.48

Bus operators

Piya Chai Patthana

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/piya-chai-patthana?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTdmM2UtMDljYy03MGM0LTk1MzAtNTc3MmJlMWFiZDQ0LA
Bus from Hat Yai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
24h 20m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.88–$63.71

Sombat Tour

Phone:
+66 2 936 3256
Website:
sombattour.com/
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Phayao
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$33.13
Bus from Phayao to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.91–$9.56

New Asian Travel

Phone:
+60 4-261 5558
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/new-asian-travel?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjJ8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgyNGItZTU4Yi03NThiLWE4MGUtMGY0ZmJhYWEyNTdlLA
Bus from Komtar Bus Terminal to Hat
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.12

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Penang to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Penang to Chiang Rai is to car ferry and train and bus which costs $30.43 - $119.57 and takes 30h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Penang to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Penang to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 .

Is there a direct bus between Penang and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Penang to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Komtar Bus Terminal and arriving at Chiang Rai via Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 20m.

How far is it from Penang to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Penang and Chiang Rai is 1640 km. The road distance is 1928 km.

How do I travel from Penang to Chiang Rai without a car?

The best way to get from Penang to Chiang Rai without a car is to Mini Van and bus which takes 29h 20m and costs $66.30 - $70.65 .

How long does it take to get from Penang to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Penang to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Penang to Chiang Rai bus from?

Penang to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by New Asian Travel, depart from Komtar Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Penang to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Penang to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $76.09 - $152.17 . Alternatively, you can Mini Van and bus, which costs $66.30 - $70.65 and takes 29h 20m.

Where does the Penang to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Penang to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by New Asian Travel, arrive at Hat Yai station.

What is the time difference between Penang and Chiang Rai?

Chiang Rai is 1h behind Penang. It is currently 16:30 in Penang and 15:30 in Chiang Rai.

Can I drive from Penang to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Penang to Chiang Rai is 1928 km. It takes approximately 27h 4m to drive from Penang to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 345+ hotels available in Chiang Rai. Prices start at $8.42 per night.
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