How to Travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai known as the rose of Northern Thailand is becoming a more and more popular destination for both locals and foreign tourists. For most foreign travelers, they may fly to Bangkok, stay there for a few days, then make their own way to Chiang Mai. There are a few ways to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. This article will help you to answer 4 popular questions about traveling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai.

Beautiful Chiang Mai

1. How far is it from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Chiang Mai is located in a verdant valley on the banks of the Ping River in the north of Bangkok. It is 700 kilometers (435 miles) from Bangkok to Chiang Mai.

2. How to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Three main kinds of transportation from Bangkok to Chiang Mai are by air, train, bus.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai by air:
It is the quickest way to fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. You can fly from both Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) in Bangkok to Chiang Mai International Airport (CNX). There are more than 50 flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai every day. Cheap airlines are Thai AirAsia, Nok Air, Thai Lion Air, Thai Smile, Bangkok Airways, Thai Airways, and Thai Vietjet Air.

Travelling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by air

Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train:
The train starts from Bangkok's Hua Lamphong Station and stops at Chiang Mai station. It is a long trip, so choose a comfortable seat. No matter how long the trip is, you'll get beautiful views of rice paddies and rainforest, plus snapshots of life in rural Thailand, along the way. If you are on a budget tour, you also have the option of traveling overnight in an inexpensive sleeper berth and saving on the cost of a hotel room for the night. There are 5 direct trains per day from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. 

Travelling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train

Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus:
It is popular in Thailand as bus service in Thailand is on the top among other countries in the religion. The bus starts from Bangkok's Mo Chit Bus Station, ends at the Arcade main bus station in Chiang Mai. You can book the bus ticket with Nakhorn Air, Siam First Tour, Sombat Tour in Thailand.

Travelling from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus

3. How long does it take from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Bangkok to Chiang Mai by air:
The flight from Bangkok to Chiang Mai takes around one hour and 15 minutes.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train:
By train, it takes between 11 and 14 hours to travel between Bangkok and Chiang Mai depending upon which train service you use.
Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus:
It takes about 10-11 hours to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus

4. How much does it cost from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?

Bangkok to Chiang Mai by air:
Flying can often cost the same as taking the train, especially if you book in advance. Budget flights start from around 1,000 THB (approximately 30 USD).
Bangkok to Chiang Mai by train:
The ticket starts at around 600 Baht and increases with the higher class. 
Bangkok to Chiang Mai by bus:
Travelers can choose between regular and VIP services, with the main differences being the price and comfort levels.
- Second-class government bus services: around 450 THB (approximately 13.50 USD)
-First-class government bus services (with toilets onboard & air conditioning): around 550 THB (approximately 16.50 USD)
- VIP buses (with reclining seats, an onboard toilet, a small pillow and blanket for night journeys, a light snack, and bottled water): around 900 THB (approximately 27 USD). Bangkok Busline is one of the most popular bus transportation company in Thailand.

Taking a bus to Chiang Mai

Traveling between these 2 biggest cities in Thailand is not much difficult. Each kind of transportation has its own advantages and disadvantages. After all, you will be able to reach Chiang Mai - a land of misty mountains, colorful hill tribes, wonderful cuisine, a paradise for shoppers, and a delight for adventurers, and much more. Book a trip to Chiang Mai with us. 

Jenny Tran

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