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

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang Destination Reviews

Beate

Loved the way to travel. Sleeper compartment offers more space than Airline business class 😉 Linnen was clean and blanket sufficient. Bring ear plugs and a sleeping mask. Food in the Restaurant was nice- a bit pricier of cause but what do you expect?

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #52 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 27, 2026

Sadek H

The bus seems at least two decades old. I advised all foreigners to avoid booking this bus line. Takes nearly same money as modern and new bus for a ticket but the condition of the bus is extremely poor. Seats are very basic. Can’t properly stretch legs which is another pain for long trip like Bangkok to Chiang Mai.

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 27, 2026

Barry B

Not helpful and no possibility to choose what kind of ticket you want to buy.

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #52 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 25, 2026

Tine F

On time, comfortable bus, food voucher included. Minus that we got woken up at 2am for the food, would be nice to know in advance so we could decide for ourselves if we wanted to get out to eat

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 25, 2026

Alicia M

good driving. friendly assistant. thanks for snacks

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Gold Class, Nakhonchai Air (นครชัยแอร์), Mar 23, 2026

Crystal Q

The information given was incorrect. I was expected to arrive at 9:30 AM but arrived at 5 AM instead to the driver telling at all the foreigners left on the bus to get off. I was very confused and didn't even know we had shady arrived to Bangkok. The lady on the bus who is supposed to advise everyone (including foreigners) ahead of time did not. She also did not advise us when it was time for the free lunch and bathroom break. Please hire more PROPER English speakers. We deserve to know, too.

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Standard, Transport Co (บริษัท ขนส่ง จำกัด), Mar 15, 2026

Linda M

Great airline - check in process was simple.

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, flight Economy, Thai Airways, Mar 13, 2026

Roisin C

It was absolutely fine. Note that they do not dim the lights at all.

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 13, 2026

Sadia M

It was the bus bathroom. It was so hard to use with the massive bucket in the middle of the floor. That bucket touched the toilet, sink, and door all at the same time. I understand the purpose of the bucket, but I barely had space to enter and sit on the toilet. I think even a 43kg woman would struggle to get in there let alone a 60kg woman. I have a friend that wants to use your service because she saw all the really nice pictures I took, but her size would make impossible to get into the bathroom. I’d hate for her to have to suffer as she’s well over 100kgs

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Mar 13, 2026

Shervin

Bus broke down. No English speaking

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 12, 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	$24.07	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	$12.84	3.6
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	17:00	05:43	$25.29	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	$43.56	5.0
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:00	06:33	$31.36	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:00	06:32	$31.36	4.4
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	18:00	06:33	$49.64	5.0
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Ladies Only	18:00	06:32	$31.36	5.0
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:20	06:52	$31.36	4.4
Train	Thai Railways	2nd Class Ladies Only	18:20	06:52	$31.36	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 46.60. 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 46.60.

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 46.60;
Bus tickets - USD 20.16 to USD 30.84;
Plane tickets - USD 50.36 to USD 141.44;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 262.14 to USD 487.56.

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 50.36.

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 262.14.

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:

52% users enjoyed a train ride.
45% decided to go for a bus.
2% users took a plane.
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 早上
Latest Departure	10:30 晚上
Departures per day	9
Distance	669 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Jed Yord, Nok Air, Sombat Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway

Popular Routes

Chiang Mai to Don Mueang