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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Chiang Rai to George Town

Composite routes from Chiang Rai to George Town

Cheapest
27 h 18 min
Car
1941 km.
from $106
Other
28 h 26 min
Bus, Train
1611 km.
from $55.70
30 h 45 min
1612 km.
from $101.93

Transport providers

Airlines

Thai AirAsia

Website:
airasia.com/en/home.page?cid=1
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
4h 33m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$70.06–$191.08

Thai Airways International

Website:
thaiairways.com/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
6h 27m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$140.12–$280.25

Firefly

Website:
fireflyz.com.my/
Plane from Mae Fah Luang-Chiang Rai International Airport to Penang
Ave. Duration:
4h 45m
Frequency:
Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$63.69–$178.34

Train operators

State Railway of Thailand

Phone:
1690
Email:
sarabanklang@railway.co.th
Website:
dticket.railway.co.th/DTicketPublicWeb/home/Home
Train from Krung Thep Aphiwat Central Terminal to Hat
Ave. Duration:
14h 15m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$8.28–$58.60
Train from Hat Yai to Padang
Ave. Duration:
45 min
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$1.53–$30.57

KTM Komuter

Phone:
+60 3 2267 1200
Email:
callcenter@ktmb.com.my
Website:
ktmb.com.my/Komuter.html
Train from Padang Besar to Butterworth
Ave. Duration:
1h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.46–$5.35

Other operators

Penang Port

Website:
penangport.com.my/Services/Ferry-Services
Other from Sultan Abdul Halim Ferry Terminal to Raja
Ave. Duration:
20 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.48

Bus operators

Piya Chai Patthana

Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/piya-chai-patthana?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjN8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTdmM2UtMDljYy03MGM0LTk1MzAtNTc3MmJlMWFiZDQ0LA
Bus from Chiang Rai to Hat
Ave. Duration:
25h 45m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$59.87–$63.69

Sombat Tour

Phone:
+66 2 936 3256
Website:
sombattour.com/
Bus from Chiang Rai to Phayao
Ave. Duration:
1h 12m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$2.90–$9.55
Bus from Phayao to Bangkok
Ave. Duration:
5h 47m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$19.11–$34.39

New Asian Travel

Phone:
+60 4-261 5558
Website:
12go.asia/en/operator/new-asian-travel?z=3481&sub_id=cjJyMDYsUlVYWFgyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAwMDAwMHVzb2QsZXAwMTp1OmE6azplLCxoMDoyfGhoOjJ8aG86MywyMDI1MDMxMDAwMDAsMDE5NTgyNGItZTU4Yi03NThiLWE4MGUtMGY0ZmJhYWEyNTdlLA
Bus from Hat Yai to Komtar
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$18.11

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to George Town?

The cheapest way to get from Chiang Rai to George Town is to bus and train and car ferry which costs $30.43 - $119.57 and takes 28h 26m.

What is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to George Town?

The fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to George Town is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 .

Is there a direct bus between Chiang Rai and George Town?

No, there is no direct bus from Chiang Rai to George Town. However, there are services departing from Chiang Rai and arriving at Komtar Bus Terminal via Hat Yai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 30h 45m.

How far is it from Chiang Rai to George Town?

The distance between Chiang Rai and George Town is 1667 km. The road distance is 1933.3 km.

How do I travel from Chiang Rai to George Town without a car?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to George Town without a car is to bus and train and car ferry which takes 28h 26m and costs $30.43 - $119.57 .

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to George Town?

It takes approximately 5h 5m to get from Chiang Rai to George Town, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chiang Rai to George Town bus from?

Chiang Rai to George Town bus services, operated by Piya Chai Patthana, depart from Chiang Rai station.

Bus or fly from Chiang Rai to George Town?

The best way to get from Chiang Rai to George Town is to fly which takes 5h 5m and costs $54.35 - $163.04 . Alternatively, you can bus and Mini Van, which costs $67.39 - $69.57 and takes 30h 45m.

Where does the Chiang Rai to George Town bus arrive?

Chiang Rai to George Town bus services, operated by Piya Chai Patthana, arrive at Hat Yai station.

What is the time difference between Chiang Rai and George Town?

George Town is 1h ahead of Chiang Rai. It is currently 15:57 in Chiang Rai and 16:57 in George Town.

Can I drive from Chiang Rai to George Town?

Yes, the driving distance between Chiang Rai to George Town is 1933 km. It takes approximately 27h 4m to drive from Chiang Rai to George Town.

Where can I stay near George Town?

There are 2398+ hotels available in George Town. Prices start at $32.97 per night.
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