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21 h 45 min
1525 km.
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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Phuket to Chiang Mai

Composite routes from Phuket to Chiang Mai

Cheapest
21 h 45 min
Car
1525 km.
from $83
Other
28 h 42 min
Bus, Train
1212 km.
from $66.24
7 h 58 min
Bus, Plane
1212 km.
from $75.17

Navigate from Phuket to Chiang Mai

Continue onto ถนนดำรง
1 km 928 m
Turn sharp right onto ถนนเทพกระษัตรี
7 km 788 m
Keep left onto ถนนเทพกระษัตรี
5 km 821 m
Turn right onto ถนนสิงหราช
198 m
Turn left
42 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$61.15–$394.90

Thai Vietjet Air

Website:
vietjetair.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$216.56

Bangkok Airways

Website:
bangkokair.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.54–$280.25
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Lampang
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$356.68

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$57.32–$178.34
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Lampang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$53.50–$140.12

Nok Air

Website:
nokair.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$61.15–$394.90

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$101.91–$356.68

Bus operators

Phetprasert Tour

Phone:
+66 56 720 720
Email:
Website:
phetprasert.com/
Bus from Lampang to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.42–$3.82

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Email:
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
24h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$56.05–$82.80

Phantip Travel

Phone:
+66 (0)77 272230
Email:
Website:
phantiptravel.com/
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 1 to Surat
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.10–$24.20

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Email:
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung
Ave. Duration:
10h 39m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$6.37–$50.95
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.01–$54.78

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai is to bus which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 24h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $44.57 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Phuket and Chiang Mai?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 and arriving at Chiang Mai. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24h 35m.

How far is it from Phuket to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Phuket and Chiang Mai is 1229 km. The road distance is 1525 km.

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

The best way to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai without a car is to bus which takes 24h 35m and costs $47.83 - $70.65 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

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

Phuket to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by Greenbus Thailand, depart from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 station.

Bus or fly from Phuket to Chiang Mai?

The best way to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 4h 37m and costs $44.57 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $47.83 - $70.65 and takes 24h 35m.

Where does the Phuket to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Phuket to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Phuket to Chiang Mai is 1525 km. It takes approximately 21h 39m to drive from Phuket to Chiang Mai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

There are 2753+ hotels available in Chiang Mai. Prices start at $28.88 per night.
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