Phuket to Chiang Rai

Phuket to Chiang Rai

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Chiang Rai
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Phuket to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews

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Phuket to Chiang Rai, flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Jan 10, 2022
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Phuket to Chiang Rai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Easyride Services
SUV 4pax
Any time
+23h
$581.91
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
06:30
13:10
$61.27
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
07:30
18:20
$95.34
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
07:55
12:40
$86.56
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
08:15
10:20
$138.55
  4.3
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
08:45
10:55
$177.09
  4.3
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
09:05
14:00
$120.34
Flight
Thai AirAsia
Economy
09:30
15:35
$89.64
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
09:50
18:20
$95.44
Flight
Thai Airways
Economy
10:15
13:10
$99.34
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
10:35
18:55
$105.85
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
11:15
18:40
$72.25
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
11:35
20:25
$79.43
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
12:00
21:00
$214.23
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
12:20
19:25
$116.84
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
12:55
19:40
$224.54
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
13:15
20:25
$79.43
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
13:35
19:25
$126.34
Flight
Thai Vietjet
Economy
14:05
07:55
$198.26
Flight
Thai Lion Air
Economy
14:30
19:00
$78.08

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 Departure10:05 PM
Departures per day44
Distance17 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBest Sea Andaman, Call Me Taxi, Firstplan Transport Services, Freedom Tour Taxi Service, Glassflower, Go2Trip, Kanokwan Travel, Lanna Expert Driver, Nok Air, Smart En Plus, Thai AirAsia, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air

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 Flight 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 215.72. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 78.77.

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 27 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 Thai AirAsia: travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 78.77 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 215.72.

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

  • taxi+Van price: USD 7.70 - USD 27.71. From Phuket to Chiang Rai starting from 06:00 Phuket Town Transfer until 20:30 Phuket Airport
  • Van price : USD 7.70;
  • Bus tickets - USD 52.59 to USD 68.87;
  • flight price: USD 78.76 - USD 215.71. From Phuket to Chiang Rai starting from 07:30 Phuket Airport until 22:05 Phuket Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 12.41 to USD 184.12.

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

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

  • 44 by flight from Phuket to Chiang Rai starting from 07:30 Phuket Airport until 22:05 Phuket Airport

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

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 12.41.

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:

  • 48% decided to go for a bus.
  • 38% decided to catch a taxi.
  • 8% chosen taxi+Van
  • 3% chosen flight
  • 3% opted for a van.