Facts about the transport from Phuket to Chiang Rai
| Cheapest Transport | $48 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 40m |
| Earliest Departure | 7:55 AM |
| Latest Departure | 4:40 PM |
| Departures per day | 16 |
| Distance | 1362 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | GreenBus, Thai AirAsia |
Phuket to Chiang Rai
Best Options
$48
$164
Other Options
Transportation from Phuket to Chiang Rai
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Buses$ 47.13
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Flights$ 163.51
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Taxis are not available
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Vans are not available
Phuket to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews
R
Ramona It was a Good flight. We arrived at the Right time.
flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Jan 10, 2022
Popular Routes
From Phuket
From Chiang Rai
Popular Routes in Thailand
How to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai
Travelling between Phuket and Chiang Rai is possible by Flight and bus. Flight guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 163.50 if you go by flight; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 47.13.
How long does it take to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 28 hours to travel between Phuket and Chiang Rai depending on the means of transport you choose.
Flight is the fastest way to travel between Phuket and Chiang Rai. Flight will bring you to your destination in 3h 40m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 1d 3h 15m to reach Chiang Rai.
How much does it cost to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai?
Travelling between Phuket and Chiang Rai can be as cheap as USD 47.13 if you opt for a GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)) bus and as expensive as USD 163.50 if you buy a Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย) flight 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 Rai ?
- 14 by flight from Phuket to Chiang Rai starting from 07:55 Phuket Airport until 16:40 Phuket Airport
- 2 from Phuket to Chiang Rai starting from 13:30 Phuket Bus Terminal 2 until 13:30 Phuket Bus Terminal 2
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Phuket to Chiang Rai.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Phuket to Chiang Rai 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 Rai
GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว))
What is the most popular transport to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai?
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
- 78% opted for a bus
- 22% chosen flight