Chiang Mai to Don Mueang by train, bus, flight, taxi from THB 278

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang Destination Reviews

Zin L

should not be labeled “super VIP”. it is average long haul bus experience. toilets is bad and looks like a regular toilet bowl poorly retrofitted on a bus. it has USB charger ports. plenty of leg room. the seats are probably the same as other non “VIP” buses. staff is not bad but not pleasant service either. rest stop meal is cold. there was nothing “vip” about it, just average. good thing is driving is smooth and safe.

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jun 9, 2026

Johannes V

We booked a coupé and pater , a few days later a message from u that seads were no longer available! U offer us 2e class instead . The offer was two upper beds!!!! We are 68 years old and my wife got a new hip So its not possible for her to climbe into the bed!!!!!!! Then we ask for a refund but u said we respond to late. But we are on a holliday and not on the screen allday, and now u refuse us to pay back!!!!! Shame on u

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 8, 2026

Katharina

felt like the train was derrailing all the time so very bumpy, the ac stopped working halfway through the ride.. but still a life experience since you saw so much

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #8 2nd Class AC seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 6, 2026

Dana S

You get what you paid for. And honestly it wasn't that bad. The staff in the train was nice There was a constant air flow because the windows were down and there was soo much too see! Beautiful surroundings! We actually liked it

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #102 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 1, 2026

Natasha I

It was just basic and average, it didn’t feel very first class or anything special. For the price you’d pay you expect food to be included or at least for the food to be good. The prices were ridiculous for food and they never collected it at all so it stunk out the cabin all night. They also come around to make the beds but it’s obvious the bedding isn’t clean it had dark hairs all over, especially the duvet. Wouldn’t recommend, we were super excited but it was disappointing.

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #10 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 1, 2026

Ethan Y

Comfortable van with a good luggage allowance. free meal also included with the ticket

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), May 31, 2026

Andrew S

So very well organised, clean and lovely experience

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #10 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 28, 2026

Nurul T

First time riding the sleeper train . It was an experience . Smooth departure and very friendly staffs . Overall a very good first experience !

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #10 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 24, 2026

Michael H

Overall clean, nice and comfy. I had long sleeves and pants + socks to.cope with the cold (not that bad), and a mask for the eyes and I slept well !

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 17, 2026

Dan C

Can’t really complain it was as expected

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 8, 2026

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Chiang Mai to Don Mueang Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	06:30	19:13	$6.92	4.1
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	06:30	19:13	$11.63	3.6
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class AC seats only	08:50	18:40	$16.79	3.4
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	15:30	04:53	$24.08	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	15:30	04:53	$8.14	4.1
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	15:30	04:53	$12.85	3.6
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	17:00	05:43	$25.30	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	17:00	05:43	$9.35	4.1
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	17:00	05:43	$14.06	3.6
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	17:00	05:43	$43.58	5.0
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:00	06:33	$31.37	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:00	06:32	$31.37	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	18:00	06:33	$49.65	5.0
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Ladies Only	18:00	06:32	$31.37	5.0
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:20	06:52	$31.37	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Ladies Only	18:20	06:52	$31.37	5.0

How to get from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang

When you want to get from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

Flight
Bus
Train
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Flight. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A Train ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 46.61. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.44.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย): travelling by train expect to pay as low as USD 8.44 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a Train - a one-way Train ticket can cost as much as USD 46.61.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang:

Train tickets - USD 8.44 to USD 46.61;
Bus tickets - USD 20.16 to USD 30.85;
Plane tickets - USD 50.38 to USD 141.48;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 262.22 to USD 487.69.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. While it’s often the most expensive option, tool, occasionally you can grab promotional tickets for more or less the price of a train or a ferry ticket. Normally, the minimum you need to pay for a Plane ticket is USD 50.38.

Things to remember before boarding a plane:

It’s recommended to book a ticket in advance and check-in online. This way, you can save over 2 hours at the airport, and if your seat selection is on a first come first served basis you will have more options to choose from.
Getting through security checks may take some time - it’s recommended to get to the airport at least 1.5 hours in advance.

Airlines flying from Chiang Mai to Bangkok

Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Mai to Bangkok is cheaper than flying. Quite often, a long-distance bus is the cheapest transportation option. Buses normally make bathroom and/or lunch stops along the way.

Things to remember before opting for a bus ride:

If possible, make sure to choose higher-class buses for a more comfortable travel experience. Such buses often have an air conditioning system, soft reclining seats, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, etc.
As with plane tickets, buses are better booked in advance so that you can secure a good seat.
While booking a bus, keep in mind that delays are possible. Yet it still pays to get to the bus station at least 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure.

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Chiang Mai to Bangkok. It allows you to tailor-make your trip, plan all the detours and see all the places you want. You can choose the type and the size of your car as well to be as comfortable as you'd like to.

Depending on the route, it might cost as much as USD 262.22.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator.

Trains

Things to remember while choosing a train ticket:
Consider everything carefully while choosing the class of your train travel. In most cases, the second class is comfortable enough – it features 2 or 4 berths in each compartment and is often air-conditioned.

If you’re in for a premium experience, consider getting a first class ticket. The price of first class tickets may include Wifi, and a choice of snacks and drinks..

The most popular transport from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang? In order to make your choice of transportation easier, we asked 1000 users to range their preferences for this route. Here are the results of the poll:

64% users enjoyed a train ride.
34% decided to go for a bus.
1% Other

Transportation from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai to Don Mueang

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	1h 5m
Earliest Departure	6:25 AM
Latest Departure	10:30 PM
Departures per day	10
Distance	669 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Jed Yord, Nok Air, Sombat Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways

Popular Routes

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang