Chiang Rai to Siem Reap

Chiang Rai to Siem Reap

Chiang Rai
Siem Reap
Thu, May 16
One Way
NaN Passengers

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$3
 
 
$157

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Chiang Rai to Siem Reap Schedule

Chiang Rai to Siem Reap Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
K Buddy Taxi + Bus + Bus + Van 05:00 - 05:00฿ 4,300
Thai AirAsia Economy 08:50 - 21:10฿ 6,328
Thai Airways Economy 12:05 - 08:45฿ 7,481
Thai Airways Economy 14:05 - 08:45฿ 6,065
Thai AirAsia Economy 16:00 - 21:10฿ 6,328
Thai Airways Economy 20:50 - 08:45฿ 5,931

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap

Cheapest Transport$3
Fastest Transport20m
Earliest Departure5:00 AM
Latest Departure9:30 PM
Departures per day43
Distance17 kilometers
Transport CompaniesFirstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, K Buddy, Lanna Expert Driver, Smart En Plus, Thai AirAsia, Transport Co

How to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Van
  • 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 Bus+taxi+van 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 156.03. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 2.21.

How far is Chiang Rai from Siem Reap?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap. Your trip will be a total of 11 miles (17 km). The flying distance is 11 miles (17 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap?

The travel time from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 48 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 2.21 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 156.03.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 2.21 to USD 2.21;
  • Bus+taxi+Van price: USD 117.29. From Chiang Rai to Siem Reap starting from 05:00 Chiang Rai Transfer until 05:00 Chiang Rai Transfer
  • flight price: USD 138.41 - USD 196.10. From Chiang Rai to Siem Reap starting from 09:00 Chiang Rai Airport until 21:30 Chiang Rai Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 12.27 to USD 156.03.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 16:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 16:30. There are 1 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 Siem Reap any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Rai to Siem Reap 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 Siem Reap. 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 12.27.

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 Siem Reap

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

  • 86% chosen flight
  • 10% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 4% decided to go for a bus.