Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Bangkok (BKK) by bus, train, flight, taxi from THB 278

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok Destination Reviews

Gilad T

Good sleeper..food could be better..hot drinks could be alot better..try starting from zero sugar..

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #10 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 12, 2026

Zin L

should not be labeled “super VIP”. it is average long haul bus experience. toilets is bad and looks like a regular toilet bowl poorly retrofitted on a bus. it has USB charger ports. plenty of leg room. the seats are probably the same as other non “VIP” buses. staff is not bad but not pleasant service either. rest stop meal is cold. there was nothing “vip” about it, just average. good thing is driving is smooth and safe.

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Jun 9, 2026

Katharina

felt like the train was derrailing all the time so very bumpy, the ac stopped working halfway through the ride.. but still a life experience since you saw so much

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #8 2nd Class AC seats only, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 6, 2026

Dana S

You get what you paid for. And honestly it wasn't that bad. The staff in the train was nice There was a constant air flow because the windows were down and there was soo much too see! Beautiful surroundings! We actually liked it

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #102 Class 3 Fan, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 1, 2026

Natasha I

It was just basic and average, it didn’t feel very first class or anything special. For the price you’d pay you expect food to be included or at least for the food to be good. The prices were ridiculous for food and they never collected it at all so it stunk out the cabin all night. They also come around to make the beds but it’s obvious the bedding isn’t clean it had dark hairs all over, especially the duvet. Wouldn’t recommend, we were super excited but it was disappointing.

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #10 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Jun 1, 2026

Ethan Y

Comfortable van with a good luggage allowance. free meal also included with the ticket

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), May 31, 2026

Andrew S

So very well organised, clean and lovely experience

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #10 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 28, 2026

Nurul T

First time riding the sleeper train . It was an experience . Smooth departure and very friendly staffs . Overall a very good first experience !

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #10 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 24, 2026

Michael H

Overall clean, nice and comfy. I had long sleeves and pants + socks to.cope with the cold (not that bad), and a mask for the eyes and I slept well !

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 17, 2026

Dan C

Can’t really complain it was as expected

Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), May 8, 2026

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Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok Schedule

Type	Operator	Class	Departure Time	Arrival Time	Price	Rating
Flight	Cebu Pacific	Economy	00:00	01:50	$333.45
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	00:35	01:55	$44.86
Flight	Cebu Pacific	Economy	01:20	01:50	$258.76
Flight	Thai AirAsia	Economy	06:30	07:55	$37.21	4.4
Flight	Thai AirAsia	Economy	07:05	08:20	$87.75	4.4
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	08:00	09:25	$26.77	4.5
Flight	Spring Airlines	Economy	08:45	01:35	$234.44
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	09:05	10:30	$42.34	4.5
Flight	Thai Airways	Economy	09:25	10:50	$77.81	4.7
Flight	China Eastern Airlines	Economy	10:05	22:15	$348.98
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	10:45	23:30	$166.04
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	11:15	12:40	$78.02	4.5
Flight	Bangkok Airways	Economy	11:35	20:45	$153.98	4.7
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	11:55	13:20	$33.26	4.5
Flight	Thai Airways	Economy	12:15	13:35	$82.87	4.7
Flight	Thai AirAsia	Economy	12:35	14:05	$73.30	4.4
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	13:00	14:25	$179.86
Flight	Myanmar Airways Intl	Economy	13:30	18:15	$190.74
Flight	Thai AirAsia	Economy	13:50	15:10	$91.69	4.4
Flight	Thai Vietjet	Economy	14:10	15:30	$37.80	4.5

How to get from Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok

When you want to get from Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok, 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 taxi ticket is the most expensive option - it will cost you about USD 728.19. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.43.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok 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 8.43 for your ticket.

However, if you’re after more upscale travel . The most expensive variant is to opt for a taxi - a one-way taxi ticket can cost as much as USD 728.19.

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

Train tickets - USD 8.43 to USD 58.68;
Bus tickets - USD 19.73 to USD 30.80;
Plane tickets - USD 38.40 to USD 71.90;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 589.49 to USD 728.19.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai Airport and Bangkok?

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

Flights from Chiang Mai to Bangkok depart during the day - there are approximately 38 departures a day.
Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:30. There are 34 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 17 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Mai to Bangkok any time of the day.

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 38.40.

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

Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

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 589.49.

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 Airport to Bangkok

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok? 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:

73% decided to go for a bus.
22% users took a plane.
5% users enjoyed a train ride.

Transportation from Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai Airport to Bangkok

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	1h 5m
Earliest Departure	6:30 утра
Latest Departure	11:40 вечера
Departures per day	95
Distance	684 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Airways, Bangkok Busline, Budsarakham Tour, Jed Yord, Nakhonchai Air, Nok Air, Sombat Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Thai Vietjet, Transport Co

Popular Routes

Chiang Mai Airport (CNX) to Bangkok (BKK)