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Chiang Rai to Surat Thani

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Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Surat
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.50–$343.94
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Nakhon
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.60–$369.42

Thai Vietjet Air

Website:
vietjetair.com/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Surat
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$267.51

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Surat
Ave. Duration:
5h 37m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$267.51
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Nakhon
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$54.78–$152.86

Nok Air

Website:
nokair.com/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Surat
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.50–$343.94
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Nakhon
Ave. Duration:
5h 30m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$58.60–$369.42

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Surat
Ave. Duration:
4h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$331.20
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Nakhon
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.15–$121.02

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Surat
Ave. Duration:
9h 30m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$52.23

Bus operators

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Chiang Rai to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
26h
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$89.17

Sombat Tour

Phone:
+66 2 936 3256
Website:
sombattour.com/
Bus from Chiang Rai to Phayao
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.02–$9.55
Bus from Phayao to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$35.67
Bus from Southern Bus Terminal to Surat
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$18.89–$33.12
Bus from Chiang Rai to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.20–$45.86

Phantip Travel

Phone:
+66 (0)77 272230
Website:
phantiptravel.com/
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 1 to Surat
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$25.48

Raja Ferry

Phone:
+66 2 277 4488
Website:
rajaferryport.com/
Bus from Nakhon Si Thammarat to Raja
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$12.10–$26.75
Bus from Raja Ferry Donsak Pier to Surat
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$9.55–$26.75

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani is to bus and train via Phayao which costs $23.91 - $86.96 and takes 19h 38m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani is to fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $65.22 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and Surat Thani?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at Surat Thani Bus Terminal via Phayao, Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and Southern Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 29m.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani?

The distance between Chiang Rai and Surat Thani is 1242 km. The road distance is 1431.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani without a car is to bus and train via Phayao which takes 19h 38m and costs $23.91 - $86.96 .

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai to Surat Thani bus from?

Chiang Rai to Surat Thani bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Bus or fly from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani is to fly which takes 6h 4m and costs $65.22 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Bangkok, which costs $33.70 - $70.65 and takes 20h 29m.

Where does the Chiang Rai to Surat Thani bus arrive?

Chiang Rai to Surat Thani bus services, operated by Sombat Tour, arrive at Phayao station.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to Surat Thani is 1431 km. It takes approximately 20h 23m to drive from Chiang Rai to Surat Thani.

Where can I stay near Surat Thani?

There are 135+ hotels available in Surat Thani. Prices start at $17.26 per night.
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