Chiang Rai to Phuket

Chiang Rai to Phuket

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Chiang Rai to Phuket Schedule

Chiang Rai to Phuket Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Thai Lion Air Economy 09:10 - 15:20฿ 4,700
Nok Air Economy 11:35 - 18:40฿ 4,698
GreenBus VIP Combo 12:00 - 15:40฿ 2,292
Nok Air Economy 15:15 - 21:40฿ 4,348
Thai AirAsia Economy 16:00 - 22:40฿ 5,220
Thai AirAsia Economy 18:15 - 23:25฿ 5,220
Thai Smile Economy 20:45 - 21:55฿ 4,334

Transportation from Chiang Rai to Phuket

Facts about the transport from Chiang Rai to Phuket

Cheapest Transport$48
Fastest Transport2h 10m
Earliest Departure12:00 AM
Latest Departure6:15 PM
Departures per day19
Distance1383 kilometers
Transport CompaniesGlassflower, GreenBus, Hahn Air Systems, Jed Yord, Nok Air, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Vietjet

How to get from Chiang Rai to Phuket

When you want to get from Chiang Rai to Phuket, you have a few options to consider. Traveling between these destinations is possible by different means of transport:

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • 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 Bus 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 153.92. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 47.34.

How far is Chiang Rai from Phuket?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Rai to Phuket. Your trip will be a total of 860 miles (1383 km). The flying distance is 1145 miles (1842 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Rai to Phuket?

The travel time from Chiang Rai to Phuket can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 3 to 28 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Rai to Phuket?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Rai to Phuket varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)): travelling by bus expect to pay as low as USD 47.34 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 153.92.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 47.34 to USD 62.22;
  • Plane tickets - USD 100.30 to USD 153.91;
  • flight+taxi price: USD 118.40 - USD 181.22. From Chiang Rai to Phuket starting from 00:00 Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer until 00:00 Chiang Mai Town Hotel Transfer

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

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

  • Flights from Chiang Rai to Phuket depart during the day - there are approximately 17 departures a day.
  • Buses start plying the route from 12:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 12:00. There are 2 available bus trips every day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Flights

Traveling by plane is the fastest way to get from Chiang Rai to Phuket. 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 100.30.

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 Rai to Phuket

Hahn Air Systems, Nok Air (นกแอร์), Thai AirAsia (แอร์เอเชีย), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Rai to Phuket 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.
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The most popular transport from Chiang Rai to Phuket

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Rai to Phuket? 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:

  • 83% users took a plane.
  • 17% decided to go for a bus.