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Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport

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Transport providers

Airlines

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
3h 5m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$280.25–$700.62

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$63.69–$305.73

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
5h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$356.68

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Kuala
Ave. Duration:
6h
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$700.62

Train operators

KLIA Express

Phone:
+603 2267 8000
Website:
kliaekspres.com
Train from KL Sentral to Klia
Ave. Duration:
31 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.48–$12.10
Train from Bandar Tasik Selatan to Klia
Ave. Duration:
27 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.71–$10.19

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Chiang Mai to Krung
Ave. Duration:
10h 5m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.01–$54.78
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat
Ave. Duration:
14h 15m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$8.92–$61.15
Train from Hat Yai to Padang
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.53–$31.85

KTM Intercity

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Website:
ktmb.com.my
Train from Padang Besar to Kl
Ave. Duration:
5h 25m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.64–$42.04

Bus operators

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$6.37–$14.01

Sri Maju

Phone:
+65 6294 8228
Website:
srimaju.com/
Bus from Hat Yai to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
5h 43m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.56–$21.66

Yoyo Express

Phone:
+60 5-545 7669
Website:
yoyo.my
Bus from Terminal Meru Raya to KL
Ave. Duration:
3h 28m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$13.53

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
15h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.56–$24.20
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Hat
Ave. Duration:
22h 45m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$22.93–$33.12

Piya Chai Patthana

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/piya-chai-patthana?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTdmM2UtMDljYy03MGM0LTk1MzAtNTc3MmJlMWFiZDQ0LA
Bus from Chiang Rai to Hat
Ave. Duration:
25h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$62.42–$66.24

Suasana Tony Coach

Phone:
+66-83-3983993
Website:
suasanatonycoach.com/
Bus from Hatyai to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
8h 33m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$23.40

Alisan Golden Coach Express

Phone:
603-62637668
Website:
alisangoldencoach.com.my
Bus from Hatyai to Terminal
Ave. Duration:
14h 44m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$27.04

Budsarakham Tour

Phone:
+66 62 717 2926
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/budsarakham-tour?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoxfGhoOjF8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgwMTktOTdjOS03NWVjLTg5ODUtOTk3ZTUyMjM5NDZiLA
Bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$15.29–$28.02

Sritawong Tour

Phone:
053-244713
Website:
sritawongtour.com/
Bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
10h 55m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$27.13–$35.12

Cherdchai Tour

Phone:
+66 61 023 9292
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/cherdchai-tour?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTdmMjMtOTQ0NS03N2U3LWIxNzYtYjUzOWZjNGQzNDc4LA
Bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
10h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.60

Viriya Tour

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/viriya-tour?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MiwyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTdmMjMtOTQ0NS03N2U3LWIxNzYtYjUzOWZjNGQzNDc4LA
Bus from Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
10h 10m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$22.60

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) is to train which costs $26.09 - $173.91 and takes 34h 21m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $54.35 - $173.91 .

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at KL International Airport 1 via Chiang Rai, Hat Yai Bus Terminal, Hat Yai and Terminal Meru Raya. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 41h 52m.

Is there a direct train between Chiang Mai and Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

No, there is no direct train from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Klia T1 via Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Hat Yai, Padang Besar and KL Sentral. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 34h 21m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) is 1811 km. The road distance is 2198 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) without a car is to train which takes 34h 21m and costs $26.09 - $173.91 .

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

It takes approximately 5h 1m to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL), including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) bus from?

Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) train from?

Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Train, bus or fly from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) is to fly which takes 5h 1m and costs $54.35 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $26.09 - $173.91 and takes 34h 21m, you could also bus, which costs $81.52 - $97.83 and takes 41h 52m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, arrive at Chiang Rai station.

What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) is 1h ahead of Chiang Mai. It is currently 18:27 in Chiang Mai and 19:27 in Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL).

Where does the Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) train arrive?

Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) is 2198 km. It takes approximately 29h 18m to drive from Chiang Mai to Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL).

Where can I stay near Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL)?

There are 1636+ hotels available in Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL). Prices start at $14.32 per night.
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