Chiang Mai to Kayin

Travelling between Chiang Mai and Kayin is possible by Flight, bus and taxi. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.

The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 192.30 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 10.67.

It can take you anywhere between 5 and 7 hours to travel between Chiang Mai and Kayin depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Chiang Mai and Kayin. Flight will bring you to your destination in 4h 35m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 6h 45m to reach Kayin.

Travelling between Chiang Mai and Kayin can be as cheap as USD 10.67 if you opt for a GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)) bus and as expensive as USD 192.30 if you buy a Glassflower taxi ticket.

Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.

• 4 from Chiang Mai to Kayin starting from 09:30 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3 until 14:00 Chiang Mai Bus Terminal 3
• 3 from Chiang Mai to Kayin starting from 08:40 Chiang Mai Airport until 10:50 Chiang Mai Airport
• 2 from Chiang Mai to Kayin starting from 00:00 Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer

Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Chiang Mai to Kayin.

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Chiang Mai to Kayin, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 109.41.

Things to remember: Note that some of the airlines may have restrictions on checked luggage weight or require paying extra for check-in, choosing seats or transportation of oversized luggage.

If opting for a flight, calculate the time you will spend getting to and from the airports as well as the waiting time before your flight, getting through immigration in case of an international flight and recovering your checked luggage.

In certain cases all these procedures can add no less than 5 hours to your total travel time.

Airlines flying between Chiang Mai and Kayin

Nok Air (นกแอร์)

Bus

Travelling from Chiang Mai to Kayin overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.

Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.

They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.

Companies operating bus routes between Chiang Mai and Kayin

GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว))

Taxi

Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.

Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.

Companies offering charters between Chiang Mai and Kayin

Glassflower

There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

• 100% opted for a bus