Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong by bus, train, flight, taxi from THB 278

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong Destination Reviews

Htet W

The air condition is very cold and it’s blowing straight down your head

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Train #10 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 25, 2025

Nadege R

Train on time.

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 24, 2025

Lisa V

It was fairly easy to use the app, but I tried to change the end date within 48hrs by submitting a query. They didn't get back to me until after the 48hrs was up, so I was not able to get a refund and had to book another flight and paid for a flight that I didn't take.

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, flight Economy, Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Aug 23, 2025

Charles S

I booked a trip from Chiang Mai to Surat Thani, two 10 hour bus rides through 12go with 1.5 hours in between. They booked two busses that do not meet and leave at the same bus station and our first bus was over an hour late, meaning we had to scramble to take a taxi to a random hotel (where the second bus departed from) and call the bus operator and wait almost 20 minutes for us. Everyone at the bus station and the bus drivers were very kind but it was stressful.

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Bus VIP 33, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Aug 23, 2025

Paulina H

The train staff was very rude and unfriendly. He screamed multiple times at us for booking in upper bed

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Train #52 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 22, 2025

Noelia V

Easy and reliable!!!

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Train #14 1st Class Sleeper, Thai Railways (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 20, 2025

Donald A

I book 2!ticketsbme and my son and they split us up. Lucky a customer swap with us.

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Train #14 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Aug 20, 2025

Kyi P

Car's seat is not comfortable for night travel.

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Aug 19, 2025

Laurent

Had a great journey back. It was better than when we went to Chiang Mai

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Bus VIP 20, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Aug 18, 2025

Camille N

actually so much better than expected. the seats recline A LOT and there’s foot support. a lot of leg room. the bus wasn’t full so even better - there was no one next to me. one stop around 1:30 AM for bathroom and snack. my first time actually deep sleeping on any kind of transportation. the was a stewardess that brought snack and water

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, Bus Intercity, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Aug 18, 2025

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Transportation from Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong

Facts about the transport from Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	55m
Earliest Departure	6:05 AM
Latest Departure	11:50 PM
Departures per day	71
Distance	695 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Airways, Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Eva Air, Glassflower, Nakhonchai Air, Nok Air, Smart En Plus, Sombat Tour, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Thai Vietjet, Transport Co

Popular Routes

How to get from Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong

When you want to get from Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong, 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 Flight 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 521.52. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.58.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong 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 8.58 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 521.52.

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

Train tickets - USD 8.58 to USD 59.74;
Bus tickets - USD 20.09 to USD 31.35;
Plane tickets - USD 34.10 to USD 114.49;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 249.81 to USD 521.52.

How many trips per day are there between Chiang Mai and Hua Lamphong?

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

Buses start plying the route from 07:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 21:30. There are 33 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 27 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 34.10.

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), Eva Air, Korean Air, Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Airways, 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 249.81.

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 Hua Lamphong

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong? 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:

46% decided to go for a bus.
40% users enjoyed a train ride.
13% users took a plane.
1% Other

Chiang Mai to Hua Lamphong