Khao San to Chiang Mai

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Khao San to Chiang Mai Destination Reviews

Sheena L

The toilets are not good

Khao San to Chiang Mai, Train #13 2nd Class Sleeper AC, Thai Railway (การรถไฟแห่งประเทศไทย), Mar 30, 2026

Maylee V

The bus was very uncomfortable, very bad smell the whole time because of the toilet. The lady working on the bus was very rude when speaking to passengers. 1000 baht is way to expensive for this bad ride. Won’t book it again.

Khao San to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP Bus, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 29, 2026

Paul M

A little delay on the flight but other than that I’m satisfied

Khao San to Chiang Mai, flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Mar 27, 2026

Micthell B

Air conditioned seats go back quite far and got a decent sleep. Would recommend for the money

Khao San to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Mar 23, 2026

Dia B

The ticket agent was awesome

Khao San to Chiang Mai, flight Economy, Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์), Mar 23, 2026

Alicia M

Excellent driving. Very kind assistant

Khao San to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Bangkok Busline (บางกอกบัสไลน์), Mar 20, 2026

Franck

Parfait. Repas offert.

Khao San to Chiang Mai, Bus Super VIP, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 19, 2026

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

Khao San 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!

Khao San 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.

Khao San to Chiang Mai, Bus Express, Sritawong Tour (Sritawong Tour), Mar 16, 2026

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How to get from Khao San to Chiang Mai

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

Bus
Train
Van
Taxi

If you’re looking for a quick trip, it’s recommended that you use Taxi. 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 456.99. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a train as a train ticket costs as low as USD 8.62.

How far is Khao San from Chiang Mai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Khao San to Chiang Mai. Your trip will be a total of 249 miles (400 km). The flying distance is 249 miles (400 km).

How long does it take to get from Khao San to Chiang Mai?

The travel time from Khao San to Chiang Mai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 8 to 14 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Khao San to Chiang Mai?

The cost of the trip from Khao San 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 8.62 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 456.99.

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

Train tickets - USD 8.62 to USD 60.10;
Bus tickets - USD 20.03 to USD 31.27;
Bus+Van price: USD 22.77 - USD 27.70. From Bangkok to Chiang Mai starting from 08:30 Chiang Mai Arcade 2 until 19:00 Chiang Mai Arcade 2

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 246.10 to USD 456.99.

How many trips per day are there between Khao San 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 21:59. There are 22 available bus trips every day.
Trains always run on a set schedule - there are 19 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?

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 246.10.

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 Khao San to Chiang Mai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Khao San 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:

86% decided to go for a bus.
10% users enjoyed a train ride.
2% chosen Bus+Van
2% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Khao San to Chiang Mai

Trains

$ 8.62
Buses

$ 20.03
Taxis

$ 246.10
Vans

$ 22.77
Ferries are not available
Flights are not available

Facts about the transport from Khao San to Chiang Mai

Cheapest Transport	$9
Fastest Transport	8h
Earliest Departure	6:00 AM
Latest Departure	10:24 PM
Departures per day	53
Distance	400 kilometers
Transport Companies	Bangkok Busline, BangkokTaxi24, Budsarakham Tour, Glassflower, MCC VAN, Smart En Plus, Sombat Tour, Tara Tour and Travel, Thai Railway, Thai Railways, Thailand Limo by Datum, Transport Co

Khao San to Chiang Mai