Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai

Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai

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Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

BP
More than one hour delay. No more taxi left, we had to run about 2 km with more than 20kg baggage to catch the night train to BKK at Chiang Mai Railway Station
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Aug 16, 2025
SF
The toilet in the bus was stinking bad and the odor kept coming into the last seat. Seats were worn out and in bad shape.
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Aug 10, 2025
MF
The trip took over an hour longer than planned, way too much. In addition, the bus was far too beat up to be the VIP bus.
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Aug 9, 2025
DR
Generally was a good trip, wifi and tv were not working
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Aug 9, 2025
BR
Very good
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Aug 6, 2025
CE
the bathroom smelled of piss
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 29, 2025
SA
Places 1C 1D tooi much air conditionning at 12degrees We were really cold. Waited 1h1/2 to change of places and be warmer….
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 26, 2025
LR
We were quite delayed, but as is that was the day when extreme weather warning was issued, it is acceptable.
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 25, 2025
P
All good, turned up and left on time. Comfy bus for 3 hour ride
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 24, 2025
SS
Good and prident driver
Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, GreenBus (กรีนบัส (รถเขียว)), Jul 13, 2025
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Transportation from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport$12
Fastest Transport1h 15m
Earliest Departure6:20 ص
Latest Departure9:05 م
Departures per day25
Distance247 kilometers
Transport CompaniesJed Yord, Smart En Plus, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air

How to get from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai

When you want to get from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai, 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 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 239.05. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 11.90.

How far is Chiang Saen from Chiang Mai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai. Your trip will be a total of 154 miles (247 km). The flying distance is 127 miles (204 km).

How long does it take to get from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai?

The travel time from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 2 to 25 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai?

The cost of the trip from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai 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 11.90 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 239.05.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 11.90 to USD 11.90;
  • Plane tickets - USD 116.77 to USD 116.77;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 142.42 to USD 239.05.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 09:30 - you can also take a bus as late as 09:30. There are 1 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Chiang Rai to Chiang Mai 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 Rai 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 USD 116.77.

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 Chiang Mai

Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air (ไทยไลอ้อนแอร์), Thai Smile (ไทยสมายล์)

Buses

Taking a bus from Chiang Rai 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 Chiang Rai 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 USD 142.42.

Things to remember: It's a good idea to follow the route on Google Maps or any other GPS navigator..

The most popular transport from Chiang Saen to Chiang Mai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Chiang Saen 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:

  • 92% decided to go for a bus.
  • 8% decided to catch a taxi.