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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai

Composite routes from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai

Cheapest
19 h 40 min
Car
1340 km.
from $73
Fastest
2 h
Plane
Other
26 h 56 min
1074 km.
from $59.65
22 h 14 min
1074 km.
from $58.61
22 h 59 min
1074 km.
from $75.46
26 h
1074 km.
from $75.93

Transport providers

Airlines

Thai Vietjet Air

Website:
vietjetair.com/
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
4h 15m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$203.26

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
3h 52m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$95.28–$279.48

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Phnom Penh International Airport to Mae
Ave. Duration:
4h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$203.26–$381.11

Bus operators

Virak Buntham

Phone:
081 911 911
Email:
support@virakbuntham.com
Website:
vireakbuntham.com/
Bus from Phnom Penh Virak Buntham Express to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
12h 30m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$22.87–$41.92
Bus from Phnom Penh to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
14h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$22.87–$41.92

Sombat Tour

Phone:
+66 2 936 3256
Website:
sombattour.com/
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Phayao
Ave. Duration:
5h 46m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.06–$34.30
Bus from Phayao to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.02–$9.53
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
11h
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$24.14–$45.73

Nakhonchai Air

Phone:
1624
Email:
customerservice@nakhonchaiair.com
Website:
nakhonchaiair.com/view/
Bus from Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
11h 49m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$21.60–$30.49
Bus from Bangkok Nakhonchai Air Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
12h 4m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.06–$30.49

K.S.O Transport Co. Ltd

Phone:
0236913601
Email:
ksotransport@gmail.com
Website:
bookmebus.com/kso?r=Ap5LyRDNzFCai92qFN62dqxL
Bus from Phnom Penh KSO Transport to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$22.97

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai?

The cheapest way to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai is to bus which costs $35.87 - $46.74 and takes 26h 56m.

What is the fastest way to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai?

The fastest way to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 .

Is there a direct bus between Phnom Penh and Chiang Rai?

No, there is no direct bus from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai. However, there are services departing from Phnom Penh Virak Buntham Express and arriving at Chiang Rai via Ratchathewi District Office, Wat Phaiton, Bangkok Mochit Bus Terminal and Phayao. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 22h 14m.

How far is it from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai?

The distance between Phnom Penh and Chiang Rai is 1099 km. The road distance is 1342.8 km.

How do I travel from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai without a car?

The best way to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai without a car is to bus via Bangkok which takes 22h 14m and costs $39.13 - $76.09 .

How long does it take to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai?

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai bus from?

Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Virak Buntham, depart from Phnom Penh Virak Buntham Express station.

Bus or fly from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai?

The best way to get from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai is to fly which takes 6h 16m and costs $81.52 - $184.78 . Alternatively, you can bus via Bangkok, which costs $39.13 - $76.09 and takes 22h 14m.

Where does the Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai bus arrive?

Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai bus services, operated by Virak Buntham, arrive at Bangkok station.

Can I drive from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai?

Yes, the driving distance between Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai is 1343 km. It takes approximately 19h 42m to drive from Phnom Penh to Chiang Rai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Rai?

There are 335+ hotels available in Chiang Rai. Prices start at $8.77 per night.
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