Mae Sot to Chiang Rai

Mae Sot to Chiang Rai

Mae Sot
Chiang Rai
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Mae Sot to Chiang Rai Schedule

TypeOperatorClassDeparture TimeArrival TimePriceRating
Taxi
Firstplan Transport Services
Economy 3pax
Any time
+8h
$227.70
Taxi
Firstplan Transport Services
Van 10pax
Any time
+8h 30m
$300.57
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
11:15
18:35
$133.81
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
14:25
09:45
$131.50
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
17:15
09:25
$164.95
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
17:30
18:40
$170.72
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
17:35
07:55
$179.37
Flight
Nok Air
Economy
17:40
08:10
$177.64

How to get from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai

When you want to get from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai, 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 Bus 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 403.08. If you want to save on transportation, it’s better to take a bus as a bus ticket costs as low as USD 28.49.

How far is Mae Sot from Chiang Rai?

If you’re traveling by land, it’s important to know the distance from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai. Your trip will be a total of 358 miles (575 km). The flying distance is 2378 miles (3826 km).

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

The travel time from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai can vary depending on the mode of transportation you choose. All things considered, the whole journey should take from 5 to 12 hours.

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

The cost of the trip from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai 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 28.49 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 403.08.

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

  • Bus tickets - USD 28.50 to USD 43.89;
  • flight price: USD 124.60 - USD 130.20. From Mae Sot to Chiang Rai starting from 10:55 Mae Sot Airport until 14:15 Mae Sot Airport

You can order a taxi, too - an estimated cost of the ride is from USD 209.97 to USD 403.08.

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

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

  • Buses start plying the route from 07:00 - you can also take a bus as late as 07:00. There are 2 available bus trips every day.
  • Taxis are a good option to consider for this route, too. Book a cab to take you from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai any time of the day.

Which means of transport is the best for the route?

Buses

Taking a bus from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai 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 Mae Sot 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 209.97.

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 Mae Sot to Chiang Rai

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

  • 97% decided to go for a bus.
  • 3% decided to catch a taxi.

Transportation from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai

Facts about the transport from Mae Sot to Chiang Rai

Cheapest Transport$29
Fastest Transport4h 30m
Earliest Departure7:00 AM
Latest Departure2:15 PM
Departures per day14
Distance575 kilometers
Transport CompaniesAEC 168 Transport and Travel, Gosafe Transport, GreenBus, Nok Air, Than Car Service