Phuket to Chiang Rai

Phuket to Chiang Rai

Phuket
Chiang Rai
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Phuket to Chiang Rai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
01:30
14:25
$110.28
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
06:30
13:10
$183.91
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
07:20
19:40
$132.74
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
07:45
19:25
$162.44
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
08:15
10:20
$104.34
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Flight
Nok Air
Economy
08:35
14:25
$274.77
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
08:55
14:50
$167.04
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:20
15:00
$115.24
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
09:40
18:20
$127.51
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
10:00
16:35
$168.71
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
10:20
18:50
$164.96
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
10:45
19:20
$274.77
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
11:10
15:35
$205.07
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
11:30
18:15
$194.99
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
11:50
09:40
$156.48
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
12:10
18:15
$180.82
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
12:30
20:20
$153.08
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
13:00
18:20
$153.74
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
13:20
17:45
$188.21
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
13:40
18:20
$154.84

Transportation from Phuket to Chiang Rai

Facts about the transport from Phuket to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Transport$8
Fastest Transport20m
Earliest Departure6:00 AM
Latest Departure8:40 PM
Departures per day44
Distance17 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBest Sea Andaman, Call Me Taxi, Firstplan Transport Services, Freedom Tour Taxi Service, Glassflower, Go2Trip, GreenBus, Hahn Air Systems, Kanokwan Travel, Lanna Expert Driver, Smart En Plus, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet

Phuket to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews

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It was a Good flight. We arrived at the Right time.
Phuket to Chiang Rai, flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Jan 10, 2022
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How to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai

When you want to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai, 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 ticket.

The cost of travel will depend on the means of transport you choose for your trip. A flight ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 335.88. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 50.69.

How far is Phuket from Chiang Rai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Phuket to Chiang Rai. 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 Phuket to Chiang Rai?

The travel time from Phuket to Chiang Rai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 1 to 28 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Phuket to Chiang Rai 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 50.69 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a flight - a one-way flight ticket can cost as much as USD 335.88.

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

  • taxi+Van price: USD 7.42 - USD 26.71. From Phuket to Chiang Rai starting from 06:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 20:30 Phuket Airport
  • Van price : USD 7.42;
  • Bus tickets - USD 50.69 to USD 68.62;
  • Plane tickets - USD 154.75 to USD 335.88;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 11.96 to USD 177.48.

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

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

  • Flights from Phuket to Chiang Rai depart during the day - there are approximately 40 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 13:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 13:30. There are 4 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai. 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 154.75.

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 Phuket to Chiang Rai

Hahn Air Systems, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Phuket to Chiang Rai 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 Phuket to Chiang Rai. 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 11.96.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Phuket to Chiang Rai. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Phuket to Chiang Rai.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Phuket to Chiang Rai

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

  • 71% users took a plane.
  • 27% decided to go for a bus.
  • 2% decided to catch a taxi.