Koh Samui to Chiang Rai

Koh Samui to Chiang Rai

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Koh Samui to Chiang Rai Schedule

Koh Samui to Chiang Rai Schedule
Transport NameRoute TimePrice
Bangkok Air Economy 07:15 - 17:15฿ 7,853
Krungsiam Tour VIP 24 14:00 - 05:30฿ 1,211
Transport Co VIP 31 18:30 - 07:33฿ 633
Bangkok Air Economy 21:40 - 07:55฿ 7,926

Transportation from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai

Facts about the transport from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Transport$51
Fastest Transport10h
Earliest Departure7:15 AM
Latest Departure9:40 PM
Departures per day4
Distance1440 kilometers
Transport CompaniesBangkok Air, Krungsiam Tour, Thai Vietjet, Transport Co

How to get from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai

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

  • Flight
  • Bus
  • Ferry

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+ferry 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 215.27. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a flight as a flight ticket costs as low as USD 207.80.

How far is Koh Samui from Chiang Rai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai. Your trip will be a total of 895 miles (1440 km). The flying distance is 5284 miles (8501 km).

How long does it take to get from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai?

The travel time from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 10 to 29 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai?

The cost of the trip from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Bangkok Air (บางกอกแอร์เวย์ส), Thai Vietjet (ไทยเวียดเจ็ทแอร์): travelling by flight expect to pay as low as USD 207.80 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 215.27.

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

  • Bus+Ferry+Van price: USD 36.50. From Koh Samui to Chiang Rai starting from 11:30 Khao San until 11:30 Khao San
  • Bus+Van price: USD 48.67. From Koh Samui to Chiang Rai starting from 12:00 Mochit until 12:00 Mochit
  • Bus+Ferry price: USD 50.08. From Koh Samui to Chiang Rai starting from 14:00 Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier until 14:00 Na Thon Seatran Ferry Pier
  • flight price: USD 207.80 - USD 215.27. From Koh Samui to Chiang Rai starting from 07:15 Koh Samui Airport until 21:40 Koh Samui Airport
  • Bus+taxi+Ferry price: USD 319.07. From Koh Samui to Chiang Rai starting from 14:00 Southern Terminal Bangkok until 14:00 Southern Terminal Bangkok
  • Bus+taxi+Van price: USD 322.82. From Koh Samui to Chiang Rai starting from 12:00 Southern Terminal Bangkok until 12:00 Southern Terminal Bangkok

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

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

  • 4 by flight from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai starting from 07:15 Koh Samui Airport until 21:40 Koh Samui Airport

The most popular transport from Koh Samui to Chiang Rai

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

  • 66% chosen flight
  • 17% chosen Bus+taxi+Ferry
  • 17% chosen Bus+taxi+Van