Phuket to Chiang Mai

Phuket to Chiang Mai

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Phuket to Chiang Mai Schedule

Phuket to Chiang Mai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Glassflower Comfort Car 3pax Any time฿ 17,197
Nok Air Economy 07:45 - 12:15฿ 4,028
Nok Air Economy 08:20 - 15:05฿ 4,328
Nok Air Economy 10:00 - 15:25฿ 4,028
Thai Lion Air Economy 13:00 - 20:50฿ 3,700
Nok Air Economy 15:25 - 21:25฿ 6,178
Thai Lion Air Economy 17:45 - 21:25฿ 3,500
Thai AirAsia Economy #FD316118:25 - 20:15฿ 2,539
Thai AirAsia Economy #FD316721:55 - 23:45฿ 2,655
Nok Air Economy 22:00 - 06:25฿ 6,178

Transportation from Phuket to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport$53
Fastest Transport1h 55m
Earliest Departure7:35 AM
Latest Departure4:15 PM
Departures per day9
Distance1229 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGlassflower, GreenBus, King Travel, Thai AirAsia, Thai Vietjet

Phuket to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

MA
The coach was very spacious, on time and they even stopped 2x for food
Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 25, 2023
DF
Very nice work and great organisation impressive job!
flight Economy, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Mar 23, 2023
TD
Really good !
taxi Premium Car 2pax, Glassflower (Glassflower), Aug 23, 2021
4.5
102 customer reviews
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How to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai

Travelling between Phuket and Chiang Mai 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 815.27 if you go by taxi; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a flight which will set you back mere USD 52.78.

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

It can take you anywhere between 2 and 25 hours to travel between Phuket and Chiang Mai depending on the means of transport you choose.

Flight is the fastest way to travel between Phuket and Chiang Mai. Flight will bring you to your destination in 1h 55m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 35m to reach Chiang Mai.

How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai?

Travelling between Phuket and Chiang Mai can be as cheap as USD 52.78 if you opt for a Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย) flight and as expensive as USD 815.27 if you buy a King Travel (บริษัท คิงบิซิเนส จำกัด) taxi ticket.

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

How many trips per day are there between Phuket and Chiang Mai ?

  • 4 from Phuket to Chiang Mai starting from 07:35 Phuket Airport until 16:15 Phuket Airport
  • 1 from Phuket to Chiang Mai starting from 13:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 13:00 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
  • 4 from Phuket to Chiang Mai starting from 00:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Phuket Town Hotel Transfer

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

What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?

Flights

Flying is the fastest and often the most expensive way to travel from Phuket to Chiang Mai, but with a bit of luck you can score very good deals for as little as USD 52.79.

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 Phuket and Chiang Mai

Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Bus

Travelling from Phuket to Chiang Mai 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 Phuket and Chiang Mai

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 Phuket and Chiang Mai

Glassflower, King Travel (บริษัท คิงบิซิเนส จำกัด)

What is the most popular transport to get from Phuket to Chiang Mai?

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

Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route

  • 71% decided to fly
  • 28% opted for a bus
  • 1% Other