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

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

Evi H

have taken sleeping 2nd class, went off at time and arrived, very friendly and helpful steward, good price, could even sleep. would take train again next time

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Train #109 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 18, 2026

Graciela M

Everything was great except there was so instructions or information given out. Like when we stopped I had no idea how long we had and apparently you could also use your ticket at the gas station for a meal? Also didn’t know that until after it was too late. This information definitely needs to be better communicated otherwise everything else was great!

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 17, 2026

Grant A

Not set up for people visiting this Amazing Country ! No communication on the trip, other than with Thais ( due to language barriers ) Tourists asking one and other, What are we stopping for and how long ? ? Toilet break - meal break ? ? or just picking up passengers ? A COUPLE OF SIGNS THAT COULD BE DISPLAYED WHEN STOPPING ( would be nice ) and how much further and how much longer to the destination from major stops would also be appreciated.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 16, 2026

Sadia M

The bus left 30 minutes late. It was well after midnight when we arrived. The reason behind my low scores are because…. 1. They stopped for food and let no one else off. 2. I went to the bathroom, flushed the toilet, and ALL of the toilet water came out of the bowl and on to the floor and my shoes. 3. Instead of fixing the broken AC unit above my seat, someone thought it best to zip tie it together. I couldn’t adjust the direction of the air blowing on me. And because I am a woman of a certain age, I experienced a HOT FLASH, and could not cool myself off. I had to lean over my daughter to try to get any air I could. So I had to sit on the bus smelling like toilet water and hot as all literal hell as the flames of hades radiated out of my body.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour, Mar 16, 2026

Nikkie B

Bus was very old, chargers were not good. Lights weren’t working. Not what we expected for a ‘Super VIP Bus’

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour, Mar 16, 2026

Daniel S

The food not great at all

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour, Mar 14, 2026

Briana M

The trip was great, bus was cozy. We received drinks and snacks on the bus. There was also a meal ticket included with bus ticket. You use this ticket when you stop at this food/restaurant place, the food was not that great, it was cold. Other than that the bus ride was fine, we arrived an hour early.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus VIP 20, Sombat Tour (สมบัติ ทัวร์), Mar 13, 2026

Robert R

Service was on time and professional. Staff was on duty, present, and helpful. Bunk was quite adequate and linens impeccably clean. However, instead of a food car there were roaming people yelling out, with a limited section. The train was rickety, in very poor condition, and loud making it impossible to rest. No alcohol. No alcohol allowed. No good coffee. For an eleven hour trip these things are a must for adult human beings. I’d gladly pay extra for these things to improve.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Train #109 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 11, 2026

Johnny R

Everything Ok.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 6, 2026

Alexander K

It was extremes cold in the bus and even though it wasn’t completely full, the Bus attendant told me he can’t give me another blanket, because just one was to small for me. Unfortunately the ac was kind of broken. So first you can’t turn of the ac over your head and second even if you try to turn the direction it kinda still goes to your head. And I got a headache for the rest of the day. So it actually was a pretty terrible drive. Plus I couldn’t really sleep in the bus because it really hurt on my head.

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour, Mar 5, 2026

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How to get from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

When you want to get from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai, 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 535.82. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.52.

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

The cost of the trip from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai 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 8.52 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 535.82.

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

Train tickets - USD 8.52 to USD 46.87;
Bus tickets - USD 19.94 to USD 31.13;
Plane tickets - USD 26.71 to USD 78.49;
taxi+Train price: USD 94.70 - USD 121.10. From Bangkok to Chiang Mai starting from 08:30 Chiang Mai until 19:35 Chiang Mai

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 248.00 to USD 535.82.

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

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

Buses start plying the route from 06:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 22:35. There are 40 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 24 trains per day.
Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Bangkok 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 Bangkok 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 26.71.

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 Bangkok to Chiang Mai

Asiana Airlines, Bangkok Airways (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, 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 Bangkok 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 Bangkok 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 248.00.

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 Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

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

45% users enjoyed a train ride.
33% chosen taxi+Train
17% decided to go for a bus.
4% users took a plane.
1% Other

Transportation from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

Facts about the transport from Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	1h
Earliest Departure	2:15 AM
Latest Departure	11:55 PM
Departures per day	80
Distance	680 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Airways, Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Cathay Pacific, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Emirates, Firstplan Transport Services, Glassflower, Jed Yord, MCC VAN, Nakhonchai Air, Nok Air, Smart En Plus, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai AirAsia, Thai Airways, Thai Lion Air, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Thai Vietjet, Thailand Limo by Datum, Transport Co

Popular Routes

Hua Lamphong to Chiang Mai