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Chiang Mai to Butterworth

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Seven ways to Travel from Chiang Mai to Butterworth

Composite routes from Chiang Mai to Butterworth

Cheapest
Other

Transport providers

Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Website:
singaporeair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$420.37

Malindo Airways

Website:
malindoair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Alor
Ave. Duration:
8h 30m
Frequency:
Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$82.80–$229.29

Thai Vietjet Air

Website:
vietjetair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Hat
Ave. Duration:
4h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$267.51

Malaysia Airlines

Website:
malaysiaairlines.com/hq/en.html
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
7h 27m
Frequency:
Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$318.46–$407.64
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Alor
Ave. Duration:
7h 5m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$121.02–$318.46

AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
6h 12m
Frequency:
Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$140.12–$229.29
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Alor
Ave. Duration:
8h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$229.29

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$229.29
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Hat
Ave. Duration:
2h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$191.08

Nok Air

Website:
nokair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Hat
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Sunday
Estimated price:
$89.17–$242.03

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Hat
Ave. Duration:
3h 42m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$114.65–$280.25

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.82–$369.42
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Hat
Ave. Duration:
4h 35m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$127.39–$242.03

Scoot Tigerair

Website:
flyscoot.com/en
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$165.60–$420.37

Train operators

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 Komuter

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Website:
ktmb.com.my/Komuter.html
Train from Padang Besar to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.59–$5.48
Train from Anak Bukit to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.06–$3.69

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
Bus from Chiang Mai to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
24h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$57.32–$82.80

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

Sri Trang Tour

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/sri-trang?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMwODAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjJ8aG86MSwyMDI1MDMwODAwMDAsMDE5NTc1MmItYWFjMy03NTViLTk4MDctOWFjOGJlZGFlYTE1LA
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Hat
Ave. Duration:
7h 30m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$15.06

Ahlin Tour

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/ahlin-tour?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MSwyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgxNDktZmM4OC03MmVhLWI5MjQtMzEyNjFlMDZlMjFhLA
Bus from Hat Yai to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$21.91

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:
$0.50

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth is to train which costs $18.48 - $130.43 and takes 29h 36m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth is to fly and car ferry which takes 8h 7m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Butterworth?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Butterworth. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Butterworth via Chiang Rai and Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 36h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Chiang Mai and Butterworth?

No, there is no direct train from Chiang Mai to Butterworth. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Butterworth via Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal, Hat Yai and Padang Besar. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 29h 36m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Butterworth?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Butterworth is 1539 km. The road distance is 1820.6 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Mai to Butterworth without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth without a car is to train which takes 29h 36m and costs $18.48 - $130.43 .

How long does it take to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth?

It takes approximately 8h 7m to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Butterworth bus from?

Chiang Mai to Butterworth bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Where do I catch the Chiang Mai to Butterworth train from?

Chiang Mai to Butterworth train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, depart from Chiang Mai station.

Train or bus from Chiang Mai to Butterworth?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Butterworth is to train which takes 29h 36m and costs $18.48 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $76.09 - $86.96 and takes 36h 10m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Butterworth bus arrive?

Chiang Mai to Butterworth bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, arrive at Chiang Rai station.

What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Butterworth?

Butterworth is 1h ahead of Chiang Mai. It is currently 07:53 in Chiang Mai and 08:53 in Butterworth.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Butterworth train arrive?

Chiang Mai to Butterworth train services, operated by State Railway of Thailand, arrive at Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal station.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Butterworth?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Butterworth is 1821 km. It takes approximately 25h 17m to drive from Chiang Mai to Butterworth.

Where can I stay near Butterworth?

There are 2404+ hotels available in Butterworth. Prices start at $33.93 per night.
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