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

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

Aung M

It was great. We arrived to the destination on time. 👍-,-

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Cherdchai Tour North, Jul 22, 2025

Ariane H

The bus ride was delayed and it took us more than 13hrs to get to Chiang Mai from Bangkok. No information was given at any point about the delay during our trip. There was a beeping sound throughout the ride and the hostess when informed did not care at all. But the worst was the smell. It smelled like piss because the toilet was so dirty. Imagine 13 hours in a bus smelling piss…

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jul 22, 2025

Maya

So easy to use it. Thank 12.go

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Fan seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 22, 2025

Damiano

Great value, nice snacks and effective way to travel

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Bus Intercity, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Jul 21, 2025

Siegfrid L

Train is extremely cramped. Luggage space is extremely limited

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #13 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 20, 2025

Joort V

Train was great. Little discomfort because the office of 12GO is at an other station then the train to Chang Mai

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 20, 2025

Gabriel R

I've taken this trip a few times, and this last time was the worst. There was an overwhelming smell of diesel, and many people were uncomfortable uncomfortable. It was impossible to sleep.

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #13 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 20, 2025

Zoe H

Not so great to sleep & the toilet was horrible

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 20, 2025

Cyril F

Very good

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, Train #9 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jul 20, 2025

Alejandro V

Very bad service

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai, flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Jul 20, 2025

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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	€14.63	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	14:32	04:05	€19.92	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	14:32	04:05	€6.03	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	14:32	04:05	€10.13	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	18:57	07:15	€27.32	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	18:57	07:15	€43.25	4.0
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	20:22	08:40	€22.03	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	20:22	08:40	€8.15	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	20:22	08:40	€12.25	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	1st Class Sleeper AC	20:22	08:40	€37.96	4.0
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Sleeper AC	22:47	12:10	€20.98	4.3
Train	Thai Railway	Class 3 Fan	22:47	12:10	€7.09	3.9
Train	Thai Railway	2nd Class Fan seats only	22:47	12:10	€11.19	3.9

Transportation from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Don Mueang to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport	€8
Fastest Transport	1h 10m
Earliest Departure	6:05 AM
Latest Departure	10:47 PM
Departures per day	10
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

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 EUR 40.60. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as EUR 7.35.

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 EUR 7.35 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 EUR 40.60.

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

Train tickets - EUR 7.35 to EUR 40.60;
Bus tickets - EUR 15.39 to EUR 23.94;
taxi+Train price: EUR 81.76 - EUR 104.09. From Bangkok to Chiang Mai starting from 09:13 Chiang Mai until 20:23 Chiang Mai
Plane tickets - EUR 100.52 to EUR 125.09;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from EUR 261.87 to EUR 395.72.

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 EUR 100.52.

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 EUR 261.87.

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:

36% users enjoyed a train ride.
35% chosen taxi+Train
25% decided to go for a bus.
3% users took a plane.
1% Other

Don Mueang to Chiang Mai