Chiang Rai to Lampang

Chiang Rai to Lampang

Chiang Rai
Lampang
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Chiang Rai to Lampang Destination Reviews

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Old bus. Driver was tipping on his smartphone while driving.
Chiang Rai to Lampang, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Mar 17, 2025
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Green Bus is excellent so far. One time they even waited 15 minutes because we got stuck in traffic on our way to the bus. Friendly drivers and attendants.
Chiang Rai to Lampang, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Apr 4, 2023
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Chiang Rai to Lampang Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
Van 9pax
Any time
+4h
$148.35
Taxi
BangkokTaxi24
Economy 3pax
Any time
+4h
$121.10
Bus
GreenBus
Express
08:00
12:50
$5.66
  4.0
Bus
GreenBus
Express
09:30
14:20
$7.08
  4.9
Bus
GreenBus
Express
09:30
14:20
$5.66
  4.1
Bus
GreenBus
Express
09:35
14:25
$7.08
  4.8
Bus
GreenBus
Express
11:30
16:20
$7.08
  4.9
Bus
GreenBus
Express
11:30
16:20
$5.66
  4.0
Bus
GreenBus
Express
13:30
18:10
$7.08
  4.9
Bus
GreenBus
Express
13:30
18:10
$5.66
  4.0
Bus
Kasemthara Tour
VIP
17:30
20:15
$21.10
Bus
Kasemthara Tour
Intercity
17:30
20:15
$18.04

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Lampang

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Lampang

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport3h 55m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure8:45 PM
Departures per day27
Distance196 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Airways, BangkokTaxi24, Glassflower, Jed Yord, Thai Airways, Thai Railway, Than Car Service, Transport Co

How to get from Chiang Rai to Lampang

When you want to get from Chiang Rai to Lampang, 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 Taxi. However, if you’d rather take your time with a slower, more affordable travel option, you can book a Flight+train ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 208.90. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 7.93.

How far is Chiang Rai from Lampang?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Rai to Lampang. Your trip will be a total of 122 miles (196 km). The flying distance is 122 miles (196 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Lampang?

The travel time from Chiang Rai to Lampang can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 4 to 26 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rai to Lampang?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Rai to Lampang varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 7.93 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 208.90.

Here is a chart of the average ticket prices and transportation options available from Chiang Rai to Lampang:

  • Bus tickets - USD 7.93 to USD 9.36;
  • Bus+Train price: USD 16.62. From Chiang Rai to Lampang starting from 13:00 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1 until 13:00 Chiang Rai Bus Terminal 1
  • taxi+Train price: USD 93.40 - USD 213.80. From Chiang Rai to Lampang starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
  • flight+Train price: USD 96.79 - USD 201.42. From Chiang Rai to Lampang starting from 09:50 Chiang Mai Airport until 20:45 Chiang Mai Airport
  • Bus+taxi price: USD 120.68 - USD 185.98. From Chiang Rai to Lampang starting from 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Rai Hotel Transfer
  • flight price: USD 217.13. From Chiang Rai to Lampang starting from 10:25 Chiang Rai Airport until 10:25 Chiang Rai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 139.27 to USD 208.90.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Rai and Lampang?

Depending on your choice of transportation, the number of daily trips varies.

  • Buses start plying the route from 08:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:30. There are 3 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Rai to Lampang any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Rai to Lampang 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 Rai to Lampang. 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 139.27.

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

The most popular transport from Chiang Rai to Lampang

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Rai to Lampang? 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:

  • 50% chosen Bus+Train
  • 49% decided to go for a bus.
  • 1% Other