Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai

Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai

Mae Hong Son
Chiang Rai
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Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai Destination Reviews

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Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai, taxi Economy 2pax, Easyride Services, Dec 3, 2025
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Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Easyride Services
SUV 4pax
Any time
+8h
$242.82
  5.0
Taxi
Than Car Service
Van 10pax
Any time
+8h 35m
$389.96
Taxi
Than Car Service
SUV 6pax
Any time
+8h 35m
$256.56
Taxi
Than Car Service
Economy 3pax
Any time
+8h 35m
$229.85
Taxi
Easyride Services
Economy 2pax
Any time
+8h
$212.08
Taxi
Easyride Services
Van 8pax
Any time
+8h
$335.03
Taxi
Easyride Services
Van 8pax
Any time
+8h 30m
$304.29
Taxi
Easyride Services
Economy 2pax
Any time
+8h 30m
$212.08
Taxi
Easyride Services
SUV 4pax
Any time
+8h 30m
$242.82
Taxi
Than Car Service
Economy 3pax
Any time
+9h 35m
$240.30
Taxi
Than Car Service
Van 10pax
Any time
+9h 35m
$400.65
Taxi
Than Car Service
SUV 6pax
Any time
+9h 35m
$267.01

How to get from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai

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

  • 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 Van 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 265.10. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a van as a van ticket costs as low as USD 19.95.

How far is Mae Hong Son from Chiang Rai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai. Your trip will be a total of 171 miles (275 km). The flying distance is 171 miles (275 km).

How long does it take to get from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai?

The travel time from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 6 to 7 hours.

How much does it cost to get from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai?

The cost of the trip from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai varies according to what means of transport you choose for your journey. The most affordable operator is Terminal Green Pai: travelling by van expect to pay as low as USD 19.95 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 265.10.

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

  • Van price : USD 19.95 - USD 47.86;

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 133.77 to USD 265.10.

How many trips per day are there between Mae Hong Son and Chiang Rai?

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

  • Vans from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai depart during the day - there are approximately 4 departures a day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Taxi

Catching a cab is the easiest way to get from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai. 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 133.77.

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

Vans

A shared van is another means of transport for traveling from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai. As far as travel time is concerned, it’s basically equal to a taxi ride, while price-wise it’s way more affordable. The majority of tourists book a van online in advance.

Sometimes, when trains or buses aren’t available, a van is your only way to get from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai.

Things to remember: while traveling by van, you might not have as much space for luggage as you would on a train or a plane. It’s a good idea to pack only the most useful things for a van trip and put them in a backpack that will be easy to carry around..

The most popular transport from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai

How to choose the most convenient way of travel from Mae Hong Son 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:

  • 90% opted for a van.
  • 10% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai

Facts about the transport from Mae Hong Son to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Transport$20
Fastest Transport5h 30m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure11:30 AM
Departures per day42
Distance275 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAEC 168 Transport and Travel, Aya Service, BangkokTaxi24, Easyride Services, Firstplan Transport Services, Freedom Tour Taxi Service, Glassflower, Gosafe Transport, Khamkhun Tour And Travel, Pai Friendly Tour, Terminal Green Pai, Than Car Service, Torch, Zhanzhao Tour