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How to Travel from

Chiang Mai to Penang

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Airlines

Singapore Airlines

Website:
singaporeair.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
7h
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$358.70

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:
$271.74–$347.83

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:
$119.57–$195.65

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:
$76.09–$195.65

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$173.91–$315.22
Plane from Lampang to Penang
Ave. Duration:
8h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$130.43–$250.00

Scoot Tigerair

Website:
flyscoot.com/en
Plane from Chiang Mai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
8h 10m
Frequency:
Tuesday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$141.30–$358.70

Bus operators

Phetprasert Tour

Phone:
+66 56 720 720
Website:
phetprasert.com/
Bus from Chiang Mai to Lampang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.07–$3.26

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Chiang Mai to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 45m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$5.43–$11.96
Bus from Chiang Mai to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
24h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$70.65

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:
$53.26–$56.52

Beh Travel & Tour Sdn

Phone:
019 - 545 3888
Website:
behtravelandtour.com/
Bus from Hat Yai to Prangin
Ave. Duration:
4h 23m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.32

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:
$12.85

New Asian Travel

Phone:
+60 4-261 5558
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/new-asian-travel?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjJ8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgyNGItZTU4Yi03NThiLWE4MGUtMGY0ZmJhYWEyNTdlLA
Bus from Hat Yai to Komtar
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$16.10

Sukhothai Wintour

Website:
busonlineticket.co.th/bus/sukhothai-wintour-chiang-mai
Bus from Chiang Mai to Lampang
Ave. Duration:
1h 30m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.70

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:
$5.98–$46.74
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat
Ave. Duration:
14h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.61–$52.17
Train from Hat Yai to Padang
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.30–$27.17

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:
$3.91–$4.67

Other operators

Penang Port

Website:
penangport.com.my/Services/Ferry-Services
Other from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.42

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Mai to Penang is to train and car ferry which costs $19.57 - $130.43 and takes 30h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Penang is to fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 .

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Mai and Penang?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Mai to Penang. However, there are services departing from Chiang Mai and arriving at Komtar Bus Terminal via Chiang Rai and Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 30m.

How far is it from Chiang Mai to Penang?

The distance between Chiang Mai and Penang is 1510 km. The road distance is 1835.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Penang without a car is to train and car ferry which takes 30h 17m and costs $19.57 - $130.43 .

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

It takes approximately 6h 6m to get from Chiang Mai to Penang, including transfers.

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

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

Bus or fly from Chiang Mai to Penang?

The best way to get from Chiang Mai to Penang is to fly which takes 6h 6m and costs $76.09 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus and Mini Van, which costs $70.65 - $86.96 and takes 35h 30m.

Where does the Chiang Mai to Penang bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Chiang Mai and Penang?

Penang is 1h ahead of Chiang Mai. It is currently 11:11 in Chiang Mai and 12:11 in Penang.

Can I drive from Chiang Mai to Penang?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Mai to Penang is 1836 km. It takes approximately 25h 29m to drive from Chiang Mai to Penang.

Where can I stay near Penang?

There are 2344+ hotels available in Penang. Prices start at $33.93 per night.
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