Looking for train, flight, taxi fare, bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai? Compare prices from 53 verified operators offering 38 vehicle types. Prices start from $8 (฿278) for private door-to-door service with meet & greet.
Average travel time is approximately 555 minutes. (by car)
By Train
Train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai takes approximately 743 minutes. Scenic and budget-friendly option with various class options from basic seats to sleeper cabins.
Vehicle
Price (USD)
Operators
Seats
Class 3 Fan
~743 min
$8 – $10
• Thai Railway
1-4
2nd Class Fan seats only
~743 min
$13 – $16
• Thai Railway
1-4
2nd Class AC seats only
~605 min
$18
• Thai Railway
1-4
2nd Class Sleeper AC
~743 min
$24 – $32
• Thai Railway
1-4
1st Class Sleeper AC
~743 min
$43 – $49
• Thai Railway
1-4
By Flight
Fly from Bangkok to Chiang Mai in just 75 minutes. Fastest option for long distances with prices starting from $45.
Vehicle
Price (USD)
Operators
Seats
Economy
~75 min
$45 – $324
• Thai AirAsia
• Thai Lion Air
• Thai Lion Air
1-4
Private Jet
~120 min
$7844
• Siam Scenic
1-4
Private Transfer
Door-to-door private car service from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Comfortable ride with meet & greet, ideal for families and groups.
Vehicle
Price (USD)
Operators
Seats
Economy Sedan
Economy 3pax
~555 min
$203 – $589
• Torch
• Than Car Service
• Than Car Service
1-3
Economy Sedan
Economy 2pax
~480 min
$206 – $264
• Khamkhun Tour And Travel
• N and T Travel
• N and T Travel
1-2
SUV
SUV 4pax
~480 min
$225 – $657
• Khamkhun Tour And Travel
• Torch
• Torch
1-4
Comfort Sedan
Comfort 3pax
~565 min
$258 – $415
• BangkokTaxi24
• N and T Travel
• N and T Travel
1-3
Comfort Car 3pax
~540 min
$277
• Glassflower
1-3
Van / Minibus
Van 9pax
~480 min
$305 – $703
• Khamkhun Tour And Travel
• Torch
• Torch
1-9
Van / Minibus
Van 8pax
~540 min
$319 – $415
• Easyride Services
1-8
VIP Van
VIP Van 9pax
~565 min
$338 – $390
• BangkokTaxi24
• Smart En Plus
• Smart En Plus
1-9
Premium Car
Luxury SUV 4pax
~540 min
$353
• Glassflower
1-4
Private Charter Van 10pax
~600 min
$370
• TravelBusAsia
1-10
Luxury Van
Luxury VIP Van 9pax
~540 min
$372
• Glassflower
1-9
Van / Minibus
Van 10pax
~570 min
$412 – $423
• Firstplan Transport Services
1-10
By Bus
Bus service from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. Affordable option with various comfort levels from standard to VIP coaches.
Vehicle
Price (USD)
Operators
Seats
Express
~675 min
$18 – $25
• Sritawong Tour
• Tara Tour and Travel
• Tara Tour and Travel
1-4
Express 44
~630 min
$18 – $21
• Sombat Tour
1-4
Standard
~1041 min
$18 – $28
• Transport Co
• Tara Tour and Travel
• Tara Tour and Travel
1-4
Gold Class
~580 min
$21
• Nakhonchai Air
1-4
VIP
~600 min
$21
• Bangkok Busline
• Budsarakham Tour
• Budsarakham Tour
1-4
Express 40
~610 min
$23
• Tour with Thai
1-4
Bus Standard
~720 min
$24
• Next Step Journey
1-4
Bus + Van
~720 min
$26
• Next Step Journey
4-9
Premium Bus
~600 min
$26 – $30
• Next Step Journey
1-4
Super VIP
~625 min
$26
• Sritawong Tour
1-4
Bus
~720 min
$26 – $32
• The Nine Travel
• The Twin 2000
• The Twin 2000
1-4
First Class
~587 min
$27
• Nakhonchai Air
1-4
Super VIP Bus
~620 min
$28
• Sritawong Tour
1-4
Minivan + Bus
~750 min
$28
• Tara Tour and Travel
4-9
VIP 20
~630 min
$28
• Sombat Tour
1-4
VIP 33
~630 min
$28
• Sombat Tour
1-4
VIP 24
~600 min
$28
• Bangkok Busline
1-4
VIP Bus
~610 min
$34
• Tour with Thai
1-4
Bus VIP24
~720 min
$38 – $39
• Next Step Journey
1-4
Other routes from Bangkok
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to travel from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
Prices start from $8. There are 38 travel options available across 4 transport types.
How long does the train from Bangkok to Chiang Mai take?
The train journey takes approximately 743 minutes. Multiple class options are available from basic seats ($8) to comfortable sleeper cabins.
Are there flights from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
Yes, flights take only 75 minutes. Prices start from $45 with Thai AirAsia.
What private transfer options are available?
Private door-to-door transfers include sedans, SUVs, and vans for groups. All prices include driver, meet & greet, and luggage. Journey takes approximately 555 minutes.
Are there buses from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
Yes, bus services are available with various comfort levels from standard to VIP coaches. Prices start from $18.
How much is the taxi fare from Bangkok to Chiang Mai?
Taxi fare prices: Sedan (1-3 pax): from $203, SUV (1-4 pax): from $225, Van/Minibus (1-9 pax): from $305. All prices are for private door-to-door transfer with driver and luggage included.
Travel tips
Book in advance
Book at least 24 hours ahead to ensure availability and the best rates.
Payment options
Pay securely online by card. No cash needed on arrival.
Luggage included
Standard luggage is included. Contact operator for extra large items.