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

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

Melek M

It was very confortable as long train vacation

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #9 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 22, 2026

Cris K

Cheating, charge me over the actual price. Avoid 12go.Asia. Shitty 💩

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #51 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 21, 2026

Sandra B

The seat was confirmation but tight. Hallway was tight too making it difficult to walk. The bathroom in the bus was absolutely not usable by women. There was a bucket with water on the side of the toilet. You could not when try to sit. If you cannot wait it would be terrible.

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), May 21, 2026

Victor T

Unique experience! Really enjoyed this train.

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 20, 2026

Helis S

It is probably one of the best bus rides you could get on the Bangkok-Chiang Mai route. Quite a bit of leg room and reclining seats. The bus felt a bit outdated, but it is still quite comfortable. There are a few simple things that would make this journey better. Like wifi in the bus, or at least one quick stop in the middle. Because the toilet gets quite stinky over the almost 11h bus ride, also the entertainment system/ screen was very old, there are movies but for watching you need your own earphones. Another thing what bother us was that the girl working as a server in the bus was racist against my partner.. Polite customer service would be something to think about..

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), May 20, 2026

Cara R

It was a smooth and mostly comfortable journey, however our second bus driver was quite rude and drove quite recklessly.

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), May 17, 2026

Wendy P

Such a great way to travel up to Chang Mai, would definitely do it again

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #13 1st Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 16, 2026

Bastien O

The journey was generally fine, and the staff were friendly, but we had booked comfortable buses and that wasn't the case at all; the seats were hard, with no legroom.But let's look on the bright side... It's the land of massage, so it's a great opportunity to discover the local culture.

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), May 15, 2026

Alex H

It was poor - average at best tbh. The bus left on time but it got incredibly hot on there in the middle of the day and the air-con wasn’t super reliable. Also there was a women on the bus who verified tickets and we were told we were going to be given free lunch coupons but then she disappeared and couldn’t be found when we actually got to the service station. There was only one stop over a 12 hour bus journey which only last for 20 minutes yet the bus driver pulled over every 30 minutes to pick up random boxes and stuff on the side of the road which delayed us by nearly an hour to Chiang mai. My partner was rudely spoken to by the women working on the bus when she asked if she could use the toilet during a stop at a bus station despite the fact we were there for 10 minutes … the toilets on the bus were pretty much inaccessible. Can’t comment on other buses but the one we got from Bangkok to Chiang mai wasn’t great and will probably spend a little bit more for a better experience next time. But on a budget it does the job and will get you there.. albeit an hour or so late

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), May 14, 2026

Yannick A

The bus was alright but a bit older. it was a bit warm and then too cold. The bus was also 1h late.

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), May 10, 2026

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Don Mueang to Chiang Mai Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class AC seats only	09:20	19:30	$16.94	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	14:32	04:05	$23.06	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	14:32	04:05	$6.98	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	14:32	04:05	$11.73	4.0
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:57	07:15	$31.64	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	18:57	07:15	$50.08	4.0
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	20:22	08:40	$25.51	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	20:22	08:40	$9.43	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	20:22	08:40	$14.18	4.0
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	20:22	08:40	$43.95	4.0
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	22:47	12:10	$24.29	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	22:47	12:10	$8.21	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	22:47	12:10	$12.96	4.0

How to get from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai

When you want to get from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, 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 Taxi+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 47.01. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.51.

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

The cost of the trip from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai 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 8.51 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 47.01.

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

Train tickets - USD 8.51 to USD 47.01;
Bus tickets - USD 17.83 to USD 27.72;
taxi+Train price: USD 94.67 - USD 120.52. From Bangkok to Chiang Mai starting from 09:13 Chiang Mai until 20:23 Chiang Mai
Plane tickets - USD 116.38 to USD 144.84;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 303.21 to USD 458.19.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Bangkok to Chiang Mai. 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 116.38.

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 Bangkok to Chiang Mai

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

Buses

Taking a bus from Bangkok to Chiang Mai 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 Bangkok to Chiang Mai. 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 303.21.

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 Don Mueang to Chiang Mai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai? 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:

37% users enjoyed a train ride.
35% chosen taxi+Train
27% decided to go for a bus.
1% Other

Transportation from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	1h 10m
Earliest Departure	6:05 오전
Latest Departure	10:47 오후
Departures per day	11
Distance	714 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Jed Yord, Nakhonchai Air, Nok Air, Sombat Tour, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Thailand Limo by Datum

Popular Routes

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai