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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai

Composite routes from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai

Cheapest
21 h 40 min
Car
1520 km.
from $83
Other
28 h 42 min
Bus, Train
1206 km.
from $66.38
24 h 10 min
1206 km.
from $44.78
7 h 55 min
Bus, Plane
1206 km.
from $82.24
8 h 3 min
Bus, Plane
1206 km.
from $75.30

Transport providers

Airlines

World Ticket

Website:
worldticket.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.26–$336.96
Plane from Krabi Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$47.83–$304.35

Thai Vietjet Air

Website:
vietjetair.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.91–$184.78
Plane from Krabi Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$250.00

Bangkok Airways

Website:
bangkokair.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$81.52–$239.13
Plane from Krabi Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 40m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$250.00
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Lampang
Ave. Duration:
4h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$293.48

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$48.91–$152.17
Plane from Krabi Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 56m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.39–$152.17
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Lampang
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$45.65–$130.43

Nok Air

Website:
nokair.com/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 38m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$53.26–$336.96
Plane from Krabi Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Tuesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$47.83–$304.35

Thai Lion Mentari

Website:
lionairthai.com/en/
Plane from Phuket International Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$86.96–$304.35
Plane from Krabi Airport to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
4h 2m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$103.26–$391.30

Bus operators

Phetprasert Tour

Phone:
+66 56 720 720
Email:
info@phetprasert.com
Website:
phetprasert.com/
Bus from Lampang to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$2.17–$3.37

Greenbus Thailand

Phone:
+66 5326 6480
Email:
servicecenter@greenbusthailand.com
Website:
greenbusthailand.com/website/
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 2 to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
24h 35m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$70.65

The Transport Company

Phone:
1490
Email:
borkorsor@transport.co.th
Website:
tcl99web.transport.co.th/Home
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Hua
Ave. Duration:
10h
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$13.04–$20.65

Local Minivan Thailand

Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal to Krabi
Ave. Duration:
3h
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$3.91–$7.61

Sombat Tour

Phone:
+66 2 936 3256
Website:
sombattour.com/
Bus from Hua Hin to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
13h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$20.65–$38.04

Phantip Travel

Phone:
+66 (0)77 272230
Email:
info@phantiptravel.com
Website:
phantiptravel.com/
Bus from Phuket Bus Terminal 1 to Surat
Ave. Duration:
4h 30m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$10.33–$21.74

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Email:
sarabanklang@railway.co.th
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Surat Thani Train Station to Krung
Ave. Duration:
10h 39m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$5.43–$44.57
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Chiang
Ave. Duration:
10h 25m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$5.98–$46.74

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai?

The cheapest way to get from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai is to bus via Hua Hin which costs $33.70 - $59.78 and takes 24h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai?

The fastest way to get from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $44.57 - $130.43 .

Is there a direct bus between Ko Phuket and Chiang Mai?

No, there is no direct bus from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai. However, there are services departing from Phuket Bus Terminal and arriving at Chiang Mai via Hua Hin. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 10m.

How far is it from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai?

The distance between Ko Phuket and Chiang Mai is 1229 km. The road distance is 1525 km.

How do I travel from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai without a car?

The best way to get from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai without a car is to bus via Hua Hin which takes 24h 10m and costs $33.70 - $59.78 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m to get from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai bus from?

Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by The Transport Company, depart from Phuket Bus Terminal station.

Bus or fly from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai?

The best way to get from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai is to fly which takes 4h 42m and costs $44.57 - $130.43 . Alternatively, you can bus via Hua Hin, which costs $33.70 - $59.78 and takes 24h 10m.

Where does the Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai bus arrive?

Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai bus services, operated by The Transport Company, arrive at Hua Hin station.

What is the time difference between Ko Phuket and Chiang Mai?

It is currently 14:16 at both, Ko Phuket and Chiang Mai.

Can I drive from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai?

Yes, the driving distance between Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai is 1525 km. It takes approximately 21h 39m to drive from Ko Phuket to Chiang Mai.

Where can I stay near Chiang Mai?

There are 2755+ hotels available in Chiang Mai. Prices start at $29.15 per night.
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