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Surat Thani to Chiang Rai

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20 h 24 min
1425 km.
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Six ways to Travel from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai

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Cheapest
By car (1 425 km)
20 h 24 min
1425 km.
from $78
Other
Rideshare
20 h 24 min
1425 km.
from $18.59
Train, Bus
24 h 33 min
1198 km.
from $83
Bus via Bangkok
20 h 39 min
1198 km.
from $57.52
Train, bus via Phayao, Train, bus via Phayao
21 h 12 min
1198 km.
from $60.28
Bus
31 h 10 min
1198 km.
from $108.04

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Surat Thani to Mae
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$56.05–$356.68

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Surat Thani to Mae
Ave. Duration:
4h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$89.17–$267.51

Nok Air

Website:
nokair.com/
Plane from Surat Thani to Mae
Ave. Duration:
3h 20m
Frequency:
Friday to Sunday
Estimated price:
$56.05–$356.68

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Surat Thani to Mae
Ave. Duration:
4h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$82.80–$331.20

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–$52.23

Bus operators

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Email:
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
25h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$58.60–$89.17

Sombat Tour

Phone:
+66 2 936 3256
Website:
sombattour.com/
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Phayao
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$34.39
Bus from Phayao to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.03–$9.55
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.20–$45.86

Phantip Travel

Phone:
+66 (0)77 272230
Email:
Website:
phantiptravel.com/
Bus from Surathani Talad Kaset Station to Phuket
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.83–$25.48

Nakhonchai Air

Phone:
1624
Email:
Website:
nakhonchaiair.com/view/
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
11h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.66–$30.57

Krungsiam Tour

Phone:
+66 863036540
Email:
Website:
krungsiamtour.com/
Bus from Surat Thani Bus Station to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
11h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$24.20–$47.13

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai is to bus via Bangkok which costs $39.13 - $81.52 and takes 20h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 .

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

No, there is no direct bus from Surat Thani station to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Surat Thani Bus Station and arriving at Chiang Rai via Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and Phayao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 20h 39m.

How far is it from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Surat Thani and Chiang Rai is 1242 km. The road distance is 1428.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus via Bangkok which takes 20h 39m and costs $39.13 - $81.52 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 15m to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

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

Surat Thani to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Krungsiam Tour, depart from Surat Thani Bus Station.

Bus or fly from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 5h 15m and costs $65.22 - $206.52 . Alternatively, you can bus via Bangkok, which costs $39.13 - $81.52 and takes 20h 39m.

Where does the Surat Thani to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Surat Thani to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Krungsiam Tour, arrive at Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Surat Thani to Chiang Rai is 1429 km. It takes approximately 20h 25m to drive from Surat Thani to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 335+ hotels available in Chiang Rai. Prices start at $8.77 per night.
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